Framing takeoff software for PDF plans
Upload PDF plans, framing schedules and specs. Review walls, plates, headers and sheathing with their source sheets, then export quantities to Excel for the estimator to check and price.
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See the workflow
Illustrative demo, not a framing project. It shows the general EstimatorAI workflow; no real project quantities.
What gets measured
| Item | Typical unit |
|---|---|
| Walls by wall type | Linear feet (LF) and wall square feet (SF) |
| Top, double top and bottom plates | Linear feet (LF) |
| Studs by spacing, with extras for corners, intersections and openings set by the estimator | Each (EA) |
| Headers and beams by opening, with size from the header schedule | Each (EA) |
| Sheathing and subfloor | Square feet (SF) or sheets |
| Floor joists, rafters and trusses from framing plans and truss layouts | Each (EA) or linear feet (LF) |
| Blocking, hardware and connectors | Linear feet (LF) for blocking; each (EA) for hardware and connectors |
| Lumber conversions where needed | Board feet, using dimensions and lengths checked by the estimator |
Common pitfalls
- Missing wall types defined only in the wall-type legend.
- Assuming plate heights stay the same between levels.
- Overlooking shear wall schedules and nailing requirements.
- Treating engineered lumber such as LVL and I-joists as dimensional lumber.
- Counting trusses without checking whether the layouts are deferred submittals.
- Missing openings not included in the header schedule.
How EstimatorAI handles it
Upload the architectural and structural PDF plans, framing schedules and specs. Ask about wall types, headers, sheathing and connections, and review the quantities and their source sheets before exporting to Excel. The estimator sets stud spacing and extras for corners, intersections and openings. Waste and lumber length optimization are the estimator's call. Questions you can ask:
- How many LF of 2x6 exterior wall are on the second floor plan?
- List the headers in the header schedule with sizes
- What sheathing and nailing does the shear wall schedule call for?
Frequently asked questions
Can AI do a framing takeoff?
An AI framing takeoff reads the uploaded plans and gives quantities with sources for the estimator to check. It does not replace the estimator's judgment about assemblies, spacing, waste or scope.
Does it read header and shear wall schedules?
Ask about header sizes, shear wall sheathing and nailing from the uploaded schedules, then check the cited sheets and any missing openings.
Who sets stud spacing and waste?
The estimator sets spacing, extras for corners, intersections and openings, waste and lumber length optimization. Check plan notes and assembly requirements before ordering.
Do I still need to review the takeoff?
Yes. Review quantities and assumptions against the framing plans, schedules and specifications before pricing.
Can I export the takeoff to Excel?
Yes. Export quantities to Excel and keep pricing and ordering decisions in your own workflow.
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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