Drywall takeoff software for PDF plans

Upload the architectural plans, partition schedules, reflected ceiling plans and specs. EstimatorAI helps identify wall types, board areas and assembly requirements so you can review the assumptions before pricing.

7-day free trial. Card required. Then $79/month, $149/quarter, or $499/year.

See the workflow

This is EstimatorAI's general product walkthrough: upload plans, ask and review, export to Excel. It's an illustrative demo, not a drywall project, and it doesn't show real project quantities.

What gets measured

Common pitfalls

• Missing wall types or partition legends that define board, framing and insulation.
• Assuming one wall height when rooms differ or walls extend to deck rather than ceiling.
• Double-counting both sides or failing to separate layers per side.
• Applying opening deductions without stating which openings and deduction rules were used.
• Missing rated assemblies, multiple layers and moisture-resistant board requirements.
• Overlooking soffits and bulkheads shown only in reflected ceiling plans or sections.
• Leaving waste, sheet size and board layout assumptions unstated.

How EstimatorAI handles it

Upload the PDF plan set and specs together. EstimatorAI reads wall types and schedules, helps identify heights and assembly requirements, and asks clarifying questions when those details are unclear. Review its assumptions, calculations and cited sheets against the source before pricing. Questions you can ask:

• What wall types are on A-501 and which are fire-rated?
• Estimate board SF for type A partitions on level 2 at 10 ft height
• Which rooms have soffits per the RCP?
• List finish level requirements in the specs

Frequently asked questions

Can AI do a drywall takeoff?

Drywall takeoff AI can help read PDF wall types, schedules and specs and organize a first pass. EstimatorAI helps you review board areas and assembly requirements, but you should check heights, sides, layers and openings against the drawings.

How is wall board area worked out?

Start with wall length and height for each partition type, then account for board sides, layers and the stated opening deductions. Keep waste and sheet-size assumptions separate so you can review the calculation.

Can it review ceilings and finish requirements?

Upload reflected ceiling plans, sections and specs with the floor plans. Ask about soffits, bulkheads, finish levels, rated assemblies and moisture-resistant board, then check the cited requirements.

Do I still need to review the takeoff?

Yes. Check wall types, heights, openings and layers against the source sheets before you price or order materials.

Can I export the takeoff to Excel?

Yes. Export your quantities to Excel and keep pricing in the spreadsheets you already use.

How much does EstimatorAI cost?

Every plan starts with a 7-day free trial (card required). After the trial, EstimatorAI is $79/month, $149/quarter, or $499/year.

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