Lumber Takeoff Services
Are you a lumber contractor or builder struggling with material takeoffs? Losing bids or up to 30%–40% of your revenue due to inaccurate estimates? Bekan Estimating, has the solution! Let us take the stress out of estimating so you can win more projects.
Get 30% OFF your first lumber takeoff service with Bekan Estimating. Call us at or upload your plans. We’ll review them and send a quote within 10 minutes.
Lumber takeoff and estimating services
At Bekan Estimating, we specialize in providing precise lumber takeoff services for residential homes, industrial projects, commercial buildings, civil and retail projects. Our expert estimators review project plans to calculate accurate quantities for all wood framing materials. With years of experience and advanced software tools, we deliver comprehensive material lists that include dimensions, grades, and cuts, ensuring you have everything needed for bidding or ordering.
Lumber Takeoff Clients
At Bekan Estimating, we proudly serve a wide range of clients in the construction and lumber industries. Here are some of the clients we work with:
- Architects & Designers
- Developers
- Framing Contractors
- Carpenters
- General Contractors
- Lumber Wholesale Supply Companies
- Lumber Retailers
- Woodwork Contractors
Our Deliverables
At Bekan Estimating, our lumber takeoff services give you everything you need to bid accurately. Here’s what you’ll get:
- Excel Spreadsheet of Lumber Takeoff
- Lumber Cut List
- Marked up Drawing Plans
- Labor and Material Costs
- Man Hours & Labor Rates
- Total Bid
- Inclusions & Exclusions
Why Choose Bekan Estimating?
At Bekan Estimating, we offer the right solutions with accurate and detailed lumber takeoffs to improve your bid wins and at the same time realize the mainest profits. Below are the reasons why our clients trust in us:
- Accuracy Guaranteed: We give exact material and labor estimates, which in turn, reduce the errors and increase the chances of success in the bids.
- Quick Turnaround: Your extensive estimations will be sent to you from 4 to 16 hours, punctual every time.
- Low Priced & Cost-Efficient: You get value-for-money deals that match your budget.
- Expert Team: Our specialized estimators in lumber takeoffs will contribute to top-quality results only.
- Bid-Winning Success: Our success metric of 92% bid-hit ratio will help you win more projects.
- 24/7 Support: We are available at all times through live chat or email for quick responses and assistance.
- Bid Filing Help: We are known for our experts who offer professional advice on bid filing and network profiles management.
Why Outsource Lumber Takeoffs?
The construction industry is highly competitive, with each minute detail playing an important role. Much experience is needed for the preparation of lumber takeoffs and construction estimates, and it is so time-consuming-the time one needs to build his or her business or work on projects.
That is where Bekan Estimating comes in, our certified framing estimators handle your takeoff needs by providing you with detailed, precise estimates that truly help you win more jobs and make the most from your projects. Lumber takeoff and estimation is complex and time-consuming, requiring a great deal of expertise in framing materials, their applications, specifications, quality, labor costs, material costs, and so much more. A small mistake can make a person either lose that project or simply not stay within the set budget. By outsourcing your lumber takeoffs to us, you can avoid these issues and focus on what you do best.
What Materials Do We Quantify for Lumber Takeoffs?
At Bekan Estimating, our expert estimators ensure that every material required is calculated accurately for your project’s needs. Here’s a breakdown of the materials we quantify:
- Wood Framing
- Wall Studs: We calculate the number of studs needed for your walls, including both standard and custom sizes (2×4, 2×6, etc.), based on the layout and spacing.
- Floor Joists: We measure the lengths of floor joists, ensuring correct spacing and quantity to support the flooring structure.
- Roof Rafters: We count and measure the rafters for your roofing structure, taking into account angles and pitch.
- Beams and Posts: We estimate the required number of beams and posts for support in both interior and exterior framing.
- Wooden Joists & Beams: These are crucial for structural support in floors and roofs, and we calculate them precisely.
- Structural Timber
- We measure large pieces of timber used for structural purposes, ensuring that they are cut and placed in the correct positions for load-bearing capacity.
- Sheathing
- Plywood and OSB: We calculate the amount of plywood or OSB required for wall, roof, and floor sheathing based on the square footage of each area.
- Decking & Trim
- Wood Decking: We calculate the amount of decking material needed for exterior decks, ensuring correct lengths and widths.
- Trim & Siding: We estimate the quantity of trim and siding for both interior and exterior finishes.
- Stair Components
- We estimate the materials needed for staircases, including treads, risers, stringers, and handrails.
- Millwork
- Cabinets & Countertops: We calculate the materials for custom cabinetry and countertops, ensuring accurate measurements for your design.
- Woodwork: We also estimate other decorative wood items like moldings and trims.
- Wood Paneling & Veneers
- We estimate the materials required for wall paneling, wood veneers, and other finishing touches that provide both aesthetic appeal and functionality.
- Specialty Items
- We also handle specialty wood items like Timber, Paver Stands, and Fiberglass Gratings, estimating their quantities for unique applications.
By quantifying these materials with care and attention to detail, we help ensure that your project stays on track and within budget, with no surprises down the road.
Wood Framing Takeoff Components We Measure
Our expert estimators measure and list a wide range of Wood materials to provide you with an accurate and detailed takeoff that helps you win bids. Here’s a breakdown of what we measure:
- Wall Framing
- Interior Walls: 2×4 and 2×6 studs with spacing from 16” to 24”.
- Exterior Walls: 2×6 or 2×8 studs for strength.
- Shear Walls: 3/8” to 3/4” thick plywood or OSB panels.
- Headers and Plates: Sized according to load requirements.
- Ceiling Framing
- Ceiling Joists: 2×4 or 2×6 lumber, spaced 16” or 24” apart.
- Collar Ties: 2×4 or 2×6 lumber placed in the upper third of the roof.
- Roof Framing
- Rafters: 2×6 to 2×10 lumber, depending on load.
- Ridge and Hip Rafters: Larger for additional load support.
- Eaves: Overhangs from 12” to 24”.
- Floor Framing
- Joists: 2×6 to 2×12 lumber, spaced from 16” to 24”.
- Subflooring: 3/4” plywood or OSB.
- Rim Joists and Bridging: Around the perimeter, using 2×6 or 2×8 lumber.
- Stair Framing
- Stringers: Typically 2×12 lumber.
- Treads and Risers: Standard 10-11” depth and 7-8” height.
- Units of Measurement We Use
- Pieces
- Linear feet
- Square feet (sq ft)
- Cubic feet (cu ft)
- Board feet (bd ft)
Let us handle your lumber takeoffs with precision and detail, so you can focus on winning bids!
How We Handle Lumber Takeoffs
- At Bekan Estimating, we follow a clear, efficient process to ensure precise lumber takeoffs:
- Review Plans: We look at the project plans and scale the structural layouts for walls, floors, ceilings and roofs in our software.
- Measure Wall Studs: We calculate the number of studs by dividing the wall length by the stud spacing.
- Calculate Framing: We measure the lengths of floor joists, roof rafters and ceiling joists and round to standard sizes (6’, 8’, 10’, 12’) for accuracy. We then count the pieces for each length. Measure
- Miscellaneous Framing: We calculate blocking, bracing and stair components from the plans.
- Estimate Plywood Sheathing: For walls we multiply the wall length by the height to get the square footage (e.g. 100’ x 10’ = 1,000 sq ft). Divide by the sheet size (e.g. 4’x8’) to get the number of sheets (1,000 / 32 = 32 sheets).
- Include Hardware: We count hardware like nails, screws, joist hangers and connectors (e.g. Simpson ties) from the plans and calculate the quantities.
- Takeoff Sheet: All the calculated materials are listed in an Excel sheet with dimensions, quantities and references to project drawings. We also include a PDF with marked up plans for your review.
How to Get Your Winning Estimate
Submit Your Plans
Simply upload your project plans in any format, including PDF, JPEG, DWG, DXF, TIF, and more. You can send them to us via at plans.bekanestimating@gmail.com or through our contact form.
Receive a Quote
Once we review your plans, we’ll send you a free quote within 10 minutes. After you approve, we’ll provide an invoice with a payment link. You can pay via credit card, debit card, bank transfer, or PayPal.
Get Your Estimate
After payment is confirmed, our expert estimators will get to work and deliver your accurate estimate in Excel format within the agreed-upon time. You can choose the format that suits you best, like CSI MasterFormat or your custom cost codes.
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FAQs for Lumber Takeoff Services
1. What File Formats Do You Accept for Lumber Takeoffs?
We accept all kinds of file formats such as PDF, DWG, DXF, JPG, PNG, etc. You can forward your plans from your email or upload them to our contact us form.
2. How Long Does It Take to Receive My Lumber Takeoff Estimate?
We provide a precise lumber list in 4-16 hours to keep time and not rush through the process
3. How Specific Are Your Lumber Takeoffs?
Our takeoffs are the ultimate in detail with everything that is needed on the list, from the exact lumber, nails, joists, etc. that have been requested for your particular project.
4. What Factors Do You Consider when Estimating Lumber Costs?
Among the factors that we consider in the estimation of the costs are the kind and size of materials, labor costs, project location, and any other specific requirements to ensure an accurate estimate.
5. Can I Use Your Lumber Estimates for Insurance Claims?
Of course, you can! Our composed and accurate lumber estimates can be used for insurance claims, allowing you to claim the costs of the project.
6. How Do You Ensure Confidentiality of My Project Information?
We take privacy seriously and follow strict confidentiality practices to ensure your project details are secure.
7. Can I Get a Lumber Material List Even if The Drawings Are Incomplete?
Yes, even with incomplete drawings, we can provide a preliminary lumber material list based on available information.