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Material Takeoff

We offer fast and reliable Material Takeoff services.
Material takeoff is a list of materials and quantities you can take to your supplier to quote a job.

Material takeoff is a critical process that involves quantifying all the materials required for a project based on the plans and specifications.

This method enables project managers, estimators, and other stakeholders to compile detailed lists of required materials such as pipes, ducts, insulation, and fixtures pertinent to HVAC systems.

By meticulously identifying the required quantities and types of materials, professionals can create more accurate budgets and timelines, minimizing the risk of unexpected costs and delays during construction.

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Pricing

Our transparent pricing structure caters to homeowners and businesses of all sizes.

Material Takeoff

Report Includes

●Material Takeoff
-Material list (Brand & Model number)
-Quantity of materials
●Near boiler piping diagram (For Radiant Design)

☆ Manually prepared report for the Highest Accuracy
☆ACCA Approved software “Wrightsoft”

*Can be purchased only when we’re doing/have done a Manual JDS/Radiant Design, as I can’t trust the quality/accuracy of someone else’s work.

$150

Delivery Time:
Adds a day to the project


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Extras

Extra Systems over 3500sqft: $50 each

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What's needed?

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What information is needed for Material Takeoff?

In order to create a Material Takeoff, I’ll need floor plans of the house that include the measurements of all walls and the size and location of all windows and exterior doors.

If you don’t have official floor plans, you can always create a hand drawing (as shown on this drawing), but I urge you to double-check all measurements as people often miscalculate the measurements. In this case, Graph paper will be your best friend.

I’ll also need to know the Insulation values of the ceiling, walls, and floors, ceiling hight, what type of system you’re installing, the type of windows,and the preferred brand of equipment

If you don’t know this information or don’t have a preference, I’ll make an educated guess or give you a recommendation.

B&B System Design LLC Example floor plan drawing that is required to perform a Manual JDS
B&B System Design LLC Example floor plan drawing that is required to perform a Manual JDS
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Questions & Answers

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What’s included in the Material Takeoff package?

Manual JDS Material Takeoff: Includes a Material list you can take to a supplier to quote the job.

Radiant Design Material Takeoff: This includes a near-boiler piping diagram with takeoff and material list required to go from the boiler to the loop manifolds.

What information is needed to start?

A drawing of the house with the dimensions of all walls, size, and location of all windows (WxH) and exterior doors, as well as a filled Price Quote form.

What's the delivery time?

A Material takeoff can be purchased only if we're performing a Manual JDS or Radiant design or have done one together in the past. The Material takeoff adds a day to the project.

Where can I use the Material Takeoff?
You can take the material list to a supplier to provide a quote for the job.
What software do you use?
I use the ACCA-certified Wrightsoft program to design the house. Instead of trusting plugins with a large margin of error, I do every Material list by hand.
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Price Quote

Ready to work with us?
Send us your floor plans and we will review them and send you a price quote.