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No# 1 Lumber Takeoff Company in the USA!
Never miss a bidding opportunity with us! A recent industry study shows that nearly 75% of lumber contractors are not able to bid on more projects due to their busy schedules. To fill this gap, we offer accurate lumber takeoff services in the United States of America to busy contractors like yourself. You can bid confidently, knowing your bid proposals are backed by precision. Moreover, you can increase your chances of winning more bids by 97%.
Our certified lumber estimators provide a detailed lumber list with complete material information, like total length, dimensions, grades, cuts, and lumber required. With a turnaround time of 8-16 hours, you can obtain spot-on lumber takeoffs tailored to the unique needs of your project. End your search for the best “lumber takeoff services near me” in the United States with us. Call us today and get a free quote in 5-10 minutes!
Comprehensive Lumber Takeoff & Estimating Services
Residential Lumber Takeoff
Bid on more projects and win bigger with precision lumber takeoffs for residential projects. Our team delivers accurate and dependable lumber cut lists that ensure your bid proposals are competitive and compelling. Each residential lumber estimate is calculated to comply with the local building codes.
Commercial Lumber Takeoff
Convert your bids into wins with precision. Our team of expert estimators provides detailed takeoffs that help you ensure proper material usage, leading to minimum waste. We provide lumber estimates for commercial projects, like retail stores, motels, office buildings, and restaurants.
Industrial Lumber Takeoff
Elevate your bidding process with leading industrial lumber takeoff services. We know the challenges of estimating material and quantity takeoffs for large industrial ventures. Thus, we can deliver accurate takeoffs for industrial projects of all sizes and complexities. Some of these projects include factories, bridges, and distribution centers.
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Accurate Lumber Estimating Services
Gain an edge in the competitive lumber industry with premier lumber cost estimate services. These estimating services cater to millwork contractors and framing contractors. Our lumber estimator reads project blueprints and structural plans thoroughly to determine the project scope. This careful analysis ensures no detail is overlooked in the given lumber takeoffs. We specialize in:
Why Outsource Your Lumber Takeoffs?
Creating detailed and accurate lumber cost estimates can be time-consuming. So outsource your takeoff needs to us and save time. This way, you can get bid-winning and quality framing takeoffs and bid on multiple projects at the same time. Furthermore, you can cut costs by having an in-house estimator. Our services cover all sub-trades of CSI Division 6, including sheathing, window opening, roof decking, framing materials, rough carpentry, wood decking, floor decking, and wood stairs. Below are some main benefits of outsourcing your lumber takeoff needs to our professional estimators:
Boost Bid-Winning Rate By 97%
Fast Turnaround Time of 6-14 Hours
Profit Percentage Growth of 12-15%
Experience Cost-savings of Up To 60%
90% of Estimates Are Provided Within 12 Hours
65+ Certified Lumber Estimators
24/7 Available Via Chat, Email, and Phone
100% Ratio of Satisfied Clients
Project Deliverables You Will Receive
Our skilled lumber estimators provide competitive and precise commercial and residential framing. According to company statistics, 9 out of 10 lumber contractors win more profitable projects with our takeoffs. This high winning ratio shows the company’s commitment to delivering complete and precise lumber takeoffs to clients across the USA. The deliverables for lumber projects include:
Lumber Parts & Their Common Measurements
You can win more bids by utilizing premier lumber estimating services in the USA. Our dedicated team of skilled estimators can provide lumber estimates and detailed material takeoffs for different types of lumber projects. These professionals can calculate the quantities for columns, flashing, bolts, corner braces, vapor barriers, gutters, downspouts, furring strips, bargeboards, finish materials., trim and molding, insulation, king posts, footings, foundation walls, graded lumber., ridge vents, gable ends, shearwalls, soffit, subflooring, collar ties, lintels, cantilevers, and collar beams. All of these parts are measured using Cubic feet (cu ft), Board feet (bd ft), Linear feet, Square feet (sq ft), and in pieces. We can quantify the exact quantity of takeoff for the following lumber components.
Lumber:
2×4, 2×6, 4×4 are commonly used dimensions.
Wood Beams:
4×6, 12×12 or larger sizes
Sill Plates:
2×4 and 2×6, equal to the width of wall studs.
Headers :
The team measures the header dimensions according to load-bearing and span requirements.
Joists:
2×6, 2×8, 2×10, and 2×12, spacing based on load requirements.
Wall Plates:
2×4 and 2×6.
Rafters:
Typical lumber dimensions consist of 2×6 to 2×12.
Trusses:
The common size used in lumber construction is 2×4, as it provides stability against lateral forces.
Bracing:
1×4 or 2×4, and the lengths vary based on project needs.
Sheathing:
4×8 sheets of plywood or OSB, thicknesses of 3/8 or ⅝ inches.
Nails, Fasteners, and Screws:
All of these parts have different sizes, and their usage varies according to the lumber project’s requirements.
Wood Framing Takeoff Services For Busy Contractors
Our crew of seasoned lumber estimators delivers spot-on wood framing house estimates to various contractors with busy schedules in the US. The given detailed estimates and takeoffs help you win more lumber bid proposals. We provide exact quantity takeoffs and material lists for:
Wall Framing Parts
Studs
The team provides exact quantities of jack studs, king studs, and cripple studs.
Headers
4×6, 4×8, 4×10, and 4×12, depending on lead requirements.
Noggins (Blocking)
Cut to fit between studs, generally 2×4 inches.
Interior Wall Framing
Wooden studs in 2×4, 2×6 inches with spacing of 16 -24 inches.
Exterior Wall Framing
Wooden studs in 2×6 and 2×8 inches.
Top and Bottom Plates
Usually 2×4 and 2×6 inches for load-bearing walls.
Shear Walls
Typically constructed using plywood or oriented strand board (OSB) panels, with thicknesses ranging from 3/8 inch to 3/4 inch, based on total wall length.
Wooden Posts
Common sizes include 4×4, 6×6, and 8×8, important structural lumber components.
Ceiling Framing Parts
Ceiling Joists
Normally 2×4 and 2×6, 2×8, 2×10, and 2×12 inches.
Collar Ties
Commonly 2×4 and 2×6 inches, positioned near the upper third of the roof space.
Roof Framing Takeoffs
Rafters
Usually 2×6, 2×8, and 2×10 dimensional lumber, depending on roof pitch and span.
Hip Rafters
Typically longer than common rafters as they carry additional loads.
Valley Rafters
Similar to common rafters, but are fit to cut the valley intersections.
Ridge Boards
Larger than common rafters, depending on the load and span.
Quantities For Floor Framing
Joists
2×6, 2×8, 2×10, and 2×12, with spacing between 16 and 24 inches on center.
Sub Flooring
3/4 or 5/8 inch thick Plywood and Oriented Strand Boards.
Rim Joists
Same size as joists, placed at the ends of the floor framing that provide support and a finished edge for the subfloor.
Bridging
Typically, 1×3 and 2×3 cross-bracing is installed between joists to provide additional stability.
Stair Framing Elements
Stringers
2×12 inches for residential and commercial projects.
Risers
Typical height of 7 to 8 inches
Wooden Treads
Depth of 10 to 12 inches
Lumber Hardware Takeoffs
Certified Lumber Framing Estimators
With over 65 lumber estimators, you can get quick and accurate takeoffs for your lumber construction projects. These experts can be your full-time or freelance estimators, whether you require a long-term partnership or project-wise takeoff services. Our estimators strictly follow the regulations of:
Lumber Quantity Takeoffs For These Components
Clients We Have Worked With
We provide accurate lumber estimates and takeoffs to carpenters, woodwork contractors, lumber suppliers, and builders. These takeoffs help make sure the clients do not overspend during the material procurement phase. Our lumber estimator delivers precise cut lists for lumber projects using linear foot-to-board foot conversions for clients’ clear understanding. We serve:
Bid-Winning Lumber Estimation Process
Project Plan Submission
Send us your project specifications via [email protected] using these file formats: PLN, PDF, JPEG, TIF, TIFF, CPC, JPG, CAL, OSX, DWF, DJVU, DWG, DXF.
Receive Quotation
After the crew has reviewed your drawing plans to assess the scope, we will send you a quote with the delivery time and prices. You can pay using PayPal, bank transfers, and credit/debit cards.
Get Winning Takeoff
We will provide you with an accurate lumber takeoff. This takeoff is provided in editable Excel spreadsheets along with the color-coded marked-up drawings.
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