--- title: "Construction Takeoff Software – Digital Blueprint Takeoffs for Easy Estimating" url: "https://pro.houzz.com/for-pros/takeoffs-construction" datePublished: "2026-09-25T09:48:38+0000" --- CONSTRUCTION TAKEOFFS # Construction Takeoff Software with AI to Take Back Your Nights and Weekends Measure plans, automate your calculations, and convert it all into an Estimate in a few clicks—with AI reading the plans for you. Skip the printer and calculator, and start bidding jobs up to 10x faster with our construction takeoff software. PRECISE TAKEOFFS ## Our Construction Takeoff Software in Action Measure almost any space, complete complex calculations, and build client-ready bids before the competition. See how our takeoff software takes it all on. [https://www.youtube.com/embed/gzacdPtFmAE?si=qBoXIpCno8_tPX8W](https://www.youtube.com/embed/gzacdPtFmAE?si=qBoXIpCno8_tPX8W) [Demo Takeoffs (No login or sign up required)](https://pro.houzz.com/manage/tjp/demo/canvas/page/1.0) ## Trusted by 3 Million+ Contractors and Design Pros [Capterra: 4.3 out of 5 stars, 1,081 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/) [Software Advice: 4.3 out of 5 stars, 1,081 reviews](https://www.softwareadvice.com/construction/houzz-pro-profile/) [GetApp: 4.3 out of 5 stars, 1,080 reviews](https://www.getapp.com/construction-software/a/houzz-pro/reviews/) [App Store: 4.6 out of 5 stars, 4.2K reviews](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/houzz-pro/id1488002482) ## High-Speed Construction Takeoffs. High-Quality Results. ### More Accurate than Pen & Paper Leave manual takeoffs behind. With our construction takeoff and estimating software, you can streamline calculations to remove manual error, reduce change orders and eliminate billing mistakes. ### Submit Bids Before Competitors Churn out more estimates in less time without sacrificing quality. Gain a leg up on competitors who are still doing construction takeoffs with a pen and paper. ### Streamline Approvals & Payment Go from takeoff to estimate in a click, then keep the momentum going—prompt clients to approve from their phone and accept online payments to get paid even faster with our construction takeoff software. UP-TO-DATE TAKEOFFS ## Keep Takeoffs Current as Plans Change When drawings get updated, adjust your measurements without starting over. Re-scale plans, edit quantities, and keep your totals current so your estimate reflects the latest set. - Edit and update measurements as plans change - Re-scale plans in a click - Totals update automatically - Skip re-doing the takeoff from scratch Lucky for you, there's no extra software download required. [Get Started](https://www.houzz.com/houzz-pro/pricing) COMPLEX MEASUREMENTS ## Measure It Once, Bid It Right. Efficient and easy to use, our residential construction takeoff software completes complex calculations in minutes and turns them into detailed, professional estimates. - Upload plans or input measurements - Markup on screen with ease - Add material and labor costs in from the get-go - Convert your takeoff into an estimate with a click [Get Started](https://www.houzz.com/houzz-pro/pricing) > “In literally an hour, you can have all your measurements, put it into an estimate, and have it sent out the same day, so it saves you a lot of time and makes you look good.” > > Carlos Navarro, Top Notch Tile > “Houzz Pro Takeoffs cut my time spent estimating in half. It gives me more time to run my business and be with my family.” > > Kory Robison, Robison Home Builders > “I really love that tool when it comes down to estimating the plans. I'm able to get everything extremely accurately and done quicker.” > > Diego Meyer, G. Meyer Construction TIME-SAVING TAKEOFFS ## The Construction Takeoff Software That Can Calculate Anything Houzz Pro's construction takeoff and estimating software can calculate anything a contractor or sub needs to estimate. - Calculate the total area of floors or number of outlets needed - Determine any materials needed for a roof - Use the polygon tool to determine foundation volumes - Auto-calculate grouped items to calculate the total cost [Get Started](https://www.houzz.com/houzz-pro/pricing) AUTOMATIC ESTIMATES ## Turn Takeoffs Into Client-Ready Estimates Convert your measurements into a professional, branded estimate in one click—complete with your logo, letterhead, and every detail your client needs to say yes. - Turn measurements into professional quotes - Add your logo and letterhead - Include all information your client needs - Skip downloading any additional software [Get Started](https://www.houzz.com/houzz-pro/pricing) ## Pro Success Stories Hear from real home professionals who've used our construction takeoff software or other Houzz Pro tools to better their business. Faster estimating means more bids out the door—and steadier growth for the whole business. [How Legacy Builders Scaled Up Its Construction Business](https://pro.houzz.com/pro-learn/blog/how-legacy-builders-scaled-up-their-construction-business) [Integrated Estimates Save This Construction Firm Hours a Week](https://pro.houzz.com/pro-learn/blog/holland-brothers-construction-thriving-success-story) [How Houzz Pro Helped This Remodeling Firm Set up to Grow](https://pro.houzz.com/pro-learn/blog/how-tech-put-guthrie-construction-on-a-growth-path) HOUZZ PRO INTEGRATIONS ## Ready to Connect With Your Favorite Tools Stop entering the same information twice. Collaboration isn't just for pros and clients. Our construction takeoff software for Mac and Windows works with tons of the tools you already use, cutting the double work. Autosave financial details in QuickBooks Online, manage leads directly from Gmail, sync your calendars (iCloud, Gmail, Exchange, Office 365, Outlook), and so much more. [Get Started](https://www.houzz.com/houzz-pro/pricing) AWARD-WINNING SUPPORT ## Here to Help—However You Need It. ### Got questions? Our experts have answers. For anything our self-guided resources can't solve, just reach out for assistance and we'll take it from there. #### Online Chat The fastest, most convenient way to get your questions answered. #### Email Troubleshooting and other assistance are just a help ticket away. #### Phone Our support team is standing by Monday to Friday, 6am to 5pm PT. #### Help Center Articles, video tutorials, webinars, and more—all accessible 24/7. ## Help Yourself to On-Demand Answers Get to know our best-in-class software through curated video tutorials, how-to walkthroughs, and beyond. [The top 8 exterior trends defining curb appeal in 2026](https://pro.houzz.com/pro-learn/blog/the-top-exterior-trends-defining-curb-appeal-in-2026) [The 5 stages of a remodel: Keys to a successful project](https://pro.houzz.com/pro-learn/blog/the-5-stages-of-a-remodel) [Page Settings in Takeoffs](https://pro.houzz.com/pro-help/r/thumbnail-settings) ## Why Go With Houzz Pro? ### All-In-One Solution As the leading online platform for home renovation and design, Houzz proudly offers the only true all-in-one design software for construction professionals like you—combining best-in-class tools with access to our growing network of hiring homeowners. ### Tailored to Your Trade Built specifically for home remodeling and design professionals, our construction takeoff and estimating software has the exact tools your business needs. Simply put, we know what it takes to win and manage projects while collaborating with your team and clients. ### Largest Online Community For over a decade, Houzz has been a trusted home remodeling resource and has grown to become a global community for over 65 million homeowners and home design enthusiasts, and over 3 million home remodeling and design professionals. ## One System From Takeoff to Payment Your takeoffs, estimates, client details, and payments all live in Houzz Pro, so your team spends less time re-entering data and more time winning work. > "This accurate takeoff system has increased my turnaround rate by 70%. Previously I was losing time printing plans and spending money to employ a guy to bid 4 jobs a day. Now, I do it all myself." > > - Cruz Hernandez, Cruz Hernandez Concrete Construction, LLC ## Construction Pros, Get Ahead With These Top 4 Tools From Houzz Pro - [Estimates](/for-pros/software-construction-estimating) - [eSignatures & Approvals](/for-pros/feature-e-signature-approvals) - [Invoicing](/for-pros/software-construction-billing-invoicing) - [Online Payments](/for-pros/feature-online-payment) ## Construction Takeoff Software Features Review all features included in our takeoff software | Feature | Description | | --- | --- | | **AI & Automation** | | | AI Takeoffs | Use AI to automatically read plans and generate area, length, and count measurements with one click. | | AI-assisted measurement | Use AI to automatically measure elevation plans | | AI symbol recognition | Use AI Symbol Recognition or OCR to automatically detect all instances of a symbol across a page or whole plan | | **Data Management** | | | Export Takeoffs to Excel | Export takeoff summaries and quantities to Excel for reporting or additional analysis. | | **Estimate Integration** | | | Convert Takeoffs to Estimates | Turn takeoff measurements into estimate line items to continue the estimating workflow. | | **Measurement Management** | | | Edit & Update Measurements | Modify measurements easily as plans change, with totals updating automatically. | | Measurement Summary | Review all measurements in a centralized summary for quick validation. | | Measurement Groups | Organize measurements into folders or groups to structure takeoff data by scope or trade. | | Duplicate Measurements | Duplicate existing measurements or groups to reuse them for similar plan areas. | | Additional Measurement Dimensions | Add height, depth, pitch, or multipliers to measurements for more accurate quantity calculations. | | Convert Area to Perimeter | Convert an area measurement into a perimeter measurement for things like trim or baseboards. | | **Measurements** | | | Area Measurements | Measure square footage for spaces, rooms, or defined areas directly on the plan. | | Linear Measurements | Measure lengths such as walls, edges, or runs using linear takeoff tools. | | Count Measurements | Count items such as fixtures, doors, windows, or symbols directly from plans. | | Volume Measurements | Calculate cubic measurements for use cases that require volume-based quantities. | | Polygon & Shape Tools | Measure irregular or custom shapes using flexible polygon and drawing tools. | | Item-Linked Measurements | Create measurements tied directly to items/materials/products from your houzz pro catalog | | **Plan Markups** | | | Plan Annotations | Add notes, labels, and visual markups directly on plans for clarity and reference. | | Color-Coded Measurements | Visually distinguish measurement types using color coding on the plan. | | Hide / Show Measurement Layers | Hide or reveal measurement layers on the canvas to reduce clutter while working. | | **Plan Setup** | | | Upload Floor Plans | Upload PDF floor plans to perform digital takeoffs directly on screen. | | Plan Scaling & Calibration | Set or adjust plan scale to ensure accurate measurements across the entire drawing. | | Multi-Page Plan Support | Perform takeoffs across multiple plan pages within the same project, pin pages for convenience | | **Review & Accuracy** | | | Visual Plan Review | View measurements directly on the plan to verify accuracy before estimating. | | Custom Takeoff Summary Views | Customize takeoff summary views to organize measurements by plan, page, or project scope. | | **Workflow Integration** | | | Convert 3D Floor Plans to Takeoffs | Generate takeoff measurements from a Houzz Pro 3D floor plan in a few quick step | ## Residential Construction Takeoff Software FAQs ### What is takeoff software in construction? Construction takeoff software is an estimating system that calculates the amount of all materials needed to complete a task or job. It may also be referred to as construction quantity or material takeoff software. ### How to do a construction takeoff? To do a construction takeoff, follow these steps: 1. Manually upload measurements or import plans 1. Mark plans up on-screen by measuring relevant lengths, widths, and heights 1. Calculate quantities of volumes or areas 1. Convert takeoffs to an estimate of total costs ### How does construction quantity takeoff software work? Houzz Pro’s construction takeoff software works in minutes, allowing construction pros to manually upload measurements or import plans. From there, you can mark plans up on screen, measure lengths, widths, and heights and calculate volumes or areas. Because Houzz Pro’s construction takeoff and estimating software also comes with a built-in estimate tool, you can quickly turn your takeoffs into professional estimates to get your bid in first. ### Does Houzz Pro’s offer a construction takeoff software for Mac? Yes, Houzz Pro’s construction on screen takeoff software is compatible with both Mac and Windows computers. ### What are the key features of Houzz Pro construction takeoff software? Key features of Houzz Pro construction takeoffs are: **AI & Automation** - AI Takeoffs – Use AI to automatically generate area, length, and count measurements from uploaded construction plans. **Plan Setup** - Upload & scale floor plans – Upload PDF construction plans and set scale to ensure accurate measurements. - Re-scale plans – Adjust plan scale if drawings change or need correction. - Multi-page plan support – Perform takeoffs across multiple plan pages within a project. **Takeoff Types** - Area takeoffs – Measure square footage for flooring, roofing, drywall, insulation, and concrete. - Linear takeoffs – Measure linear footage for framing, trim, plumbing, electrical runs, and fencing. - Count takeoffs – Count items such as windows, doors, fixtures, or outlets directly on plans. - Volume takeoffs – Calculate cubic measurements for concrete, excavation, or fill materials. **Takeoff Management** - Multiple measurements per plan – Create and manage multiple measurement types on the same plan without overwriting data (only Custom and Enterprise). - Edit & update measurements – Modify measurements as plans are revised or clarified. - Plan Markups - Plan annotations & color coding – Add notes, labels, and color-coded measurements directly on plans. **Review & Accuracy** - Measurement summary & live updates – Review all measurements in one place, with quantities updating automatically as changes are made (only Custom and Enterprise). - Visual plan review – View measurements directly on plans for easier verification. **Estimate Integration** - Takeoffs to Estimates – Turn takeoff quantities into estimate line items and continue estimating from the same data. - Works with Assemblies – Use takeoff quantities when creating estimates with assemblies. ### Which features are included with a membership of Houzz Pro’s construction material takeoff software? Because Takeoffs is part of our Pro plan, a membership also includes Bid Management, Change Orders, Budget Management, Contracts, Project Schedule, and Daily Logs—plus everything in our Design plan, like CRM, Estimates, 3D Floor Plans, and Online Payments. ### What support is included with a membership of Houzz Pro’s construction takeoffs tool? When you subscribe to Houzz Pro’s construction takeoffs tool, you gain premium access to our [support team](/pro-learn/blog/how-to-reach-houzz-pro-customer-service). That means you get an exclusive phone number that directs you to an onshore team member and you get pushed to the top of the queue. You also get personalized on-demand onboarding support, showing you how to properly use the specific features you want, when you want, to help get your business up and running with Houzz Pro. We also have a wide variety of help articles available in our [Help Center](/pro-help) and in-depth how-to videos on our [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@HouzzPro). READY TO GET STARTED? ## Schedule Your Free Demo Have questions? Give us a call at [(888) 372-2851](tel:8883722851) [Schedule Demo](https://www.houzz.com/houzz-pro/schedule-demo?utm_campaign=7015c000001NeVVAA0&sourceCommandName=HouzzProCMSLanding) Last updated: September 2026 · Reviewed by the Houzz Pro product team