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FOR SUBCONTRACTORS

Specialized takeoffs for specialized trades.

You don't need a whole-building estimate. You need pinpoint accuracy for your specific division. We provide exact material counts and labor hours so you can bid faster and win more jobs.

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THE SUBCONTRACTOR EDGE

Stop doing your takeoffs at night.

You shouldn't have to choose between managing your crews during the day and estimating new projects at night. Outsource your takeoffs to us and reclaim your time.

01

Bid on More Projects

Our standard 2-3 day turnaround means you can significantly increase your bidding volume. The math is simple: more bids submitted equals more contracts won.

02

Stop Guessing Waste

We apply exact, industry-standard waste factors for your specific materials, ensuring you don't over-order and bleed profit, or under-order and delay the site.

03

Independent Verification

Already have an in-house estimator? Use our numbers as an objective second opinion on large, complex, or high-risk bids before you submit your final number.

"I was spending my nights and weekends measuring blueprints just to keep the pipeline full. Now I send the plans to Accord Estimates on Monday and submit my bid on Thursday."
Commercial Drywall Contractor Saved 15+ hours per week
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SUPPORTED TRADES

We speak your trade's language.

Our estimating team consists of specialists who understand the distinct nuances, labor factors, and material types for your specific division.

DIV 03 & 04

Concrete & Masonry

Exact calculations for slab-on-grade, footings, rebar tonnage, formwork, CMU block counts, and mortar quantities.

DIV 06

Lumber & Framing

Detailed cut lists, stick-by-stick counts, structural timber, sheathing, and hardware down to the last fastener.

DIV 09

Drywall & Finishes

Precise square footage for board types, linear footage for metal studs and track, plus insulation, tape, and mud factors.

DIV 22, 23 & 26

MEP Subcontractors

Extremely accurate linear runs for conduit and piping, plus automated symbol counts for all fixtures, valves, and devices.

DIV 07

Roofing & Siding

Area calculations including pitch factors, underlayment, flashing lengths, ridge caps, and custom architectural panels.

DIV 05

Structural Steel

Tonnage reports, column and beam breakdowns, metal decking areas, and miscellaneous iron detailing parameters.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Subcontractor Takeoff FAQs

Yes. Along with your Excel spreadsheet, we deliver marked-up PDF blueprints. Every square foot, linear run, and counted item is color-coded so you can visually verify our work instantly.

Absolutely. We provide a standardized template by default, but if you have a specific format your lumber yard, electrical house, or drywall supplier prefers, send it to us and we will match it.

If we find discrepancies or missing information in the plans, our estimators will issue a formal Request for Information (RFI) document outlining exactly what is missing so you can forward it to the GC.

Our standard "Material Takeoff" provides just the quantities. If you need localized labor rates and estimated man-hours applied to those quantities, please request our "Full Cost Estimate" service when uploading your plans.

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Submit your next bid with total confidence.

Let Accord Estimates handle the heavy lifting of quantity takeoffs and pricing. Get your exact numbers and submit your next bid with absolute confidence.