Calibrate
Each sheet is calibrated from a known dimension and checked.
Software-based takeoff
Bluebeam takeoff services
Quantities measured in Bluebeam Revu with colour-coded markups and a markups list, exported to Excel and priced for your project.
ToolBluebeamDelivered asExcel + PDF markupsTradesEvery CSI division
Outsourced Bluebeam takeoffs
Bluebeam Revu is the PDF tool most contractors already use to review drawings. Its measurement tools capture areas, lengths, perimeters, volumes and counts directly on the plans, and every markup is listed in a table that can be exported.
We use Bluebeam for takeoffs where visible, shareable markups matter: device counts for electrical and fire alarm, finish areas, wall lengths and revision comparisons when addenda change the drawings.
You receive the marked-up PDF, which opens in Bluebeam or any PDF reader, together with an Excel estimate organized by CSI division.
What we measure
- Device and fixture counts
- Finish and flooring areas
- Wall and partition lengths
- Roof areas and perimeters
- Revision comparisons for addenda
- Markups summary by sheet and trade
Workflow
How we run a Bluebeam takeoff
Tool sets
Measurement tools are set up per material or device so markups stay consistent across sheets.
Measure
Areas, lengths and counts are drawn on the plans with clear colours and labels.
Compare revisions
Overlay and compare tools highlight changes between drawing revisions for addenda pricing.
Summarize
The markups list is exported and rolled up by trade and CSI section.
Price and deliver
Quantities are priced in Excel and delivered with the marked-up PDF.
FAQ
Bluebeam takeoffs: common questions
Can't find your answer? Call (850) 343-4090 or email info@premiumestimatings.com.
Will I get the marked-up PDF?
Yes. Every takeoff includes the marked-up PDF.
Can you compare drawing revisions?
Yes. We highlight changes between revisions and update quantities for addenda.
Do you use Bluebeam for every trade?
We use Bluebeam or PlanSwift depending on the scope; the deliverable format is the same.
What does it cost?
Single-trade takeoffs start from $150; your quote confirms the price.