Turn Construction Takeoffs Into Professional Proposals in 60 Seconds
Import CSV & Excel sheets directly from Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or Trimble. Auto-calculate trench volumes, production labor hours, and client proposals with digital signatures.
| Item | Qty | Unit | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trench excavation | 277.8 CY | $18.00 | $5,000.40 |
| 8" PVC pipe | 500 LF | $14.50 | $7,250.00 |
| Pipe bedding | 62.0 CY | $38.00 | $2,356.00 |
| Backfill & compaction | 271.3 CY | $11.00 | $2,984.30 |
Import
CSV & Excel sheets from Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or Trimble.
Map
Column headers matched automatically with intelligent aliases.
Calculate
Trench volumes, production math, and labor hours.
Send
Branded PDF proposal, signed digitally by your client.
Capabilities
Every estimating step, in one workspace
From the spreadsheet your estimator already has to the signed proposal in your client's inbox - without leaving the browser.
Import any takeoff sheet
Bluebeam, PlanSwift or Trimble exports land as a clean multi-line takeoff, with headers matched by intelligent aliases.
Client-ready proposals in 60 seconds
Every line becomes a branded document with quantities, unit rates and a live total your client can accept.
Trench & earthwork math built in
Excavation volume, backfill and crew production recalculate as you type.
Multi-line takeoff grid
Edit quantities, units and rates in a keyboard-first grid backed by reusable rate libraries.
One-click PDF export
One click exports the exact numbers your client signed.
Public portal & e-signature acceptance
Send a read-only link. Your client reviews the takeoff and signs digitally, so the signed total is recorded on the proposal.
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Instant Trench Excavation & Earthwork Calculator
Test our estimation engine right now without signing up. Adjust pipe dimensions and see instant cubic yardage, backfill volume, and crew labor projections.
Trench & Utility Parameters
Calculated OutputLive Sync
| Total Excavation Volume | 277.8CY |
|---|---|
| Net Backfill Volume | 271.3CY |
| Excavation Machine Cost | $5,000.00 |
| Crew Production Labor (11.1 hrs) | $722.22 |
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Comparison
Why Contractors Choose Takeoff Engine
Stop building fragile Excel macros or overpaying $3,000/yr for bloated desktop software.
| Capability | Takeoff Engine | Manual Excel Spreadsheets | Enterprise Heavy Estimators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing / Commitment | Free to start / Plans starting at $29.99/mo | Free (High time cost) | $3,000 - $10,000/year upfront |
| Auto Column Header Mapping | Intelligent Aliases | Manual copy-pasting | Complex setup required |
| One-Click Client Proposal & PDF Export | Branded PDF | Manual document formatting | Clunky reports |
| Public Portal & Client E-Signature | Included | None (Requires DocuSign) | None |
| Reusable Rate & Material Libraries | 1-Click Library Switcher | Broken formula links | Database included |
Simple Transparent Pricing
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Every plan includes full calculating features, exports, and instant cloud saves.
Base catalog prices in USD. Checkout confirms applicable taxes, discounts, and prorations.
Free Trial
Perfect for evaluating your first job bids.
- 5 Free Takeoff Exports
- CSV & Excel column mapper
- Full trench & production math
- 1 Custom Rate Library
Starter Tier
Great for solo estimators bidding jobs weekly.
- 1 Estimator Seat
- Unlimited Calculations
- Standard PDF Export
- 2 Custom Rate Libraries
- Cloud Save & Project Dashboard
Pro TierMost Popular
Unlimited power & full PDF report layouts.
- 3 Estimator Seats Included
- All 17+ Advanced PDF Formats
- Custom Branding & Logos
- Client Portal & E-Signatures
- Unlimited Custom Rate Libraries
Enterprise
Extra seats and team member management for growing companies.
- 8 Base Team Seats Included
- +$29.99/mo per extra seat (+ tax)
- All 17+ Advanced PDF Formats
- Team Workspaces & Member Roles
- All Pro features + priority support