Union Estimating LLC
Residential Services

Residential Quantity Takeoff Services

Precise material quantities for every residential trade — framing, drywall, roofing, concrete, MEP, and more. Delivered in 48–72 hours so your subs can bid fast and accurately.

48–72 Hr Turnaround
All Residential Trades
Excel + PDF Delivery
Waste Factors Included
All 50 States

Residential Takeoff Services

Accurate material counts across every residential trade — so your bids are tight, your procurement is efficient, and your margins are protected.

01

Framing & Structural Takeoffs

Complete material quantification for wood and metal stud framing, floor systems, roof framing, sheathing, and all structural components in residential construction.

  • Lumber Board Foot & Linear Foot Counts
  • Metal Stud & Track Quantities
  • Sheathing & Decking Square Footage
  • Roof Framing Member Counts
  • Hardware & Fastener Schedules
  • Engineered Wood & LVL Quantities
02

Drywall & Interior Finish Takeoffs

Precise drywall, insulation, and interior finish quantities for residential projects — including waste factors, board counts, and joint compound calculations.

  • Drywall Board Count & Square Footage
  • Insulation R-Value & Square Footage
  • Joint Compound & Tape Quantities
  • Trim & Molding Linear Footage
  • Paint & Primer Coverage Calculations
  • Ceiling Tile & Grid Quantities
03

Roofing Takeoffs

Detailed roofing material quantities for all residential roofing systems — shingles, tile, metal, flat roofs, and underlayment — with pitch and waste factor adjustments.

  • Shingle Square & Bundle Counts
  • Underlayment & Ice & Water Shield
  • Ridge Cap & Hip Material
  • Flashing & Drip Edge Linear Footage
  • Decking & Sheathing Quantities
  • Skylight & Penetration Flashing
04

Concrete & Foundation Takeoffs

Accurate concrete volume calculations and foundation material quantities for slabs, footings, stem walls, basements, and flatwork.

  • Concrete Volume (CY) Calculations
  • Rebar & Wire Mesh Quantities
  • Formwork & Shoring Estimates
  • Vapor Barrier & Waterproofing
  • Anchor Bolt & Hardware Schedules
  • Flatwork & Driveway Quantities
05

MEP Rough-In Takeoffs

Residential mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rough-in quantities — pipe lengths, wire runs, duct footage, and fixture counts for accurate sub bids.

  • Plumbing Pipe & Fitting Counts
  • Electrical Wire & Conduit Footage
  • HVAC Duct & Equipment Schedules
  • Fixture & Device Counts
  • Rough-In Penetration Schedules
  • Equipment & Appliance Lists
06

Site Work & Exterior Takeoffs

Earthwork, grading, landscaping, and exterior material quantities for residential sites — including driveways, walkways, fencing, and drainage.

  • Cut & Fill Earthwork Volumes
  • Grading & Compaction Areas
  • Driveway & Walkway Square Footage
  • Fencing Linear Footage & Post Counts
  • Drainage Pipe & Inlet Quantities
  • Landscaping & Irrigation Material Lists

Frequently Asked Questions

What residential trades do you cover in your takeoffs?

We cover all residential trades — framing, drywall, roofing, concrete, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation, flooring, painting, tile, cabinetry, site work, and more.

What format are residential takeoff reports delivered in?

Takeoffs are delivered in Excel with organized CSI-division tabs, PDF summary reports, and on-screen takeoff markups. We can match your preferred format on request.

Can you do takeoffs from PDF plans?

Yes. We work from PDF, CAD, Bluebeam, and paper scan plans. For residential projects, even basic floor plans and elevations are sufficient for most trades.

How is your pricing data sourced for residential takeoffs?

We use our proprietary pricing database built from real project history, supplemented by live quotes from our contracted suppliers and vendors. RSMeans is used only for government and DOB reports.

Do you include waste factors in your residential takeoffs?

Yes. All takeoffs include trade-standard waste factors — typically 5–15% depending on the material and installation method — clearly noted in the report.

Need a Residential Takeoff Fast?

Send us your plans and get precise material quantities in 48–72 hours.