Accurate Lumber Takeoffs & Construction Estimation
Helping contractors, builders, and developers across the USA & Canada win more bids with precise, fast, and reliable Division 6 material takeoffs — delivered in 24–48 hours.
Division 06 – Wood
Our takeoffs follow CSI MasterFormat Division 06 sub-divisions, giving you organized, bid-ready quantities that match how GCs and suppliers think.
Rough Framing
- Sill plates & bottom plates (LF)
- Single & double top plates (LF)
- Wall studs – 2×4, 2×6 (PC count + LF)
- King studs, jack studs, cripples
- Headers over openings (LF + BF)
- Ridge board, hip & valley rafters (LF)
- Common rafters & collar ties (LF)
- Ceiling joists (LF + BF)
- Treated lumber – PT callout separate
Floor Systems & Engineered Lumber
- Floor joists & rim / band joists (LF)
- Blocking & bridging (LF + PC)
- LVL beams & headers (LF + BF)
- Glulam beams (LF + BF)
- I-joists / TJI (LF + PC)
- Ledger boards (LF)
- Posts & columns (LF + PC)
- Sub-flooring – OSB / Plywood by thickness (SF)
Sheathing, Trusses & Roofing
- Roof sheathing – OSB / Plywood 7/16", 1/2", 5/8" (SF)
- Wall sheathing – OSB / Zip System (SF)
- Roof trusses – supply count & spacing (PC)
- Floor trusses (PC)
- Fascia & soffit boards (LF)
- Nailers & backing boards (LF)
- Furring strips (LF)
- Blocking for fixtures / handrails (LF + PC)
Rough Carpentry Hardware
- Joist hangers (PC)
- Post base & post cap connectors (PC)
- Hurricane / seismic straps (PC)
- Structural screws & nails (LB)
- Anchor bolts & hold-downs (PC)
- Beam pockets & bearing plates (PC)
Finish Carpentry
- Interior door casing & window trim (LF)
- Baseboard & crown moulding (LF)
- Stair stringers, treads & risers (PC)
- Handrail & baluster systems (LF + PC)
- Closet shelving & rods (LF)
- Exterior trim boards (LF)
Architectural Woodwork
- Kitchen & bath cabinet counts (PC + LF)
- Countertop linear footage (LF)
- Millwork & custom woodwork (LF + SF)
- Paneling & wainscoting (SF)
- Built-in shelving & case work (LF + SF)
Our Estimation Services
Full-scope takeoff and estimation services for residential and commercial construction — from single-family homes to large commercial builds.
Lumber Material Takeoff
Comprehensive Division 06 lumber lists with piece counts, lineal footage, board footage, and sheet counts — organized by CSI sub-division and ready for supplier quotes.
- Studs, plates, rafters, joists, beams
- LVL, glulam & engineered lumber
- Wall & roof sheathing (OSB/PLY)
- Blocking, nailers & PT lumber called out
- 10–15% waste factor included
Residential Estimation
Detailed labor and material cost estimates for all residential project types — from custom single-family homes to multi-family complexes.
- Single-family & custom homes
- Multi-family, apartments, townhouses
- Additions, renovations & ADUs
- Regional pricing for USA & Canada
Commercial Estimation
Expert takeoff and cost estimation for commercial builds of any scale, from retail fit-outs to large industrial and mixed-use developments.
- Office buildings & retail stores
- Warehouses & industrial
- Mixed-use & institutional
- Bid preparation & budget support
Material Takeoff Reports
Marked-up drawings, detailed quantity reports, and bid-ready material lists delivered as Excel or PDF — formatted for direct use with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Marked-up plan drawings (PDF)
- Itemized quantity reports (Excel)
- Organized by CSI Division & trade
- BF, LF, SF, PC & sheet count units
Cost Estimation & Bid Support
Comprehensive labor and material cost estimates using current regional pricing, helping you submit competitive and profitable bids every time.
- Labor & material cost breakdowns
- Budget estimation & value engineering
- Bid preparation & cover sheets
- Regional RSMeans-aligned pricing
Rush 24-Hour Delivery
Tight bid deadlines? Our rush service guarantees turnaround in under 24 hours for most residential projects, so you never miss a bid window.
- Standard delivery: 24–48 hours
- Rush delivery: under 24 hours
- Available 6 days a week
- Direct estimator communication
5 Steps to Your Lumber Takeoff
A streamlined process that gets you accurate quantities fast — from plan upload to bid-ready deliverable.
Upload Plans
Send us your architectural and structural drawings in PDF, DWG, or image format.
Scope Review
We confirm project scope, Division 06 sub-divisions required, and delivery timeline.
Takeoff & Count
Digital takeoff using PlanSwift or On-Screen Takeoff with CSI-structured line items.
QC Check
Senior estimator quality review for accuracy, waste factors, and unit consistency.
Deliver
Excel + marked-up PDF delivered within 24–48 hours, ready for supplier quotes.
Software We Use
PlanSwift
Digital on-screen takeoff with automatic area, length, and count calculations. Used for residential framing plans and material lists.
On-Screen Takeoff
Industry-standard takeoff software for commercial projects with advanced condition tracking and CSI-structured reporting.
MiTek Sapphire
Specialized structural software for roof truss and floor truss package takeoffs, providing accurate count and placement data.
Over 10 Years of Division 6 Expertise
We're a professional construction estimation team focused exclusively on lumber, framing, and Division 06 material takeoffs for contractors, builders, and developers across North America.
- Specialized in CSI Division 06 – Wood
- Residential and commercial projects of all sizes
- Deliverables formatted for supplier RFQs and bid packages
- Regional pricing for USA and Canada markets
- Direct estimator communication — no ticket queues
- Confidential handling of all project drawings
Request a Free Quote
Upload your plans or describe your project and we'll get back to you within a few hours with a quote and estimated turnaround time.