💻 Module 9: Software & Digital Estimating Tools

Explore powerful software options that streamline your estimating workflow, reduce errors, and speed up takeoffs.

🎯 Learning Objectives

This module gives you an overview of essential tools for digital estimating, from plan reading to cost tracking.

📌 Identify Popular Estimating Software Options

We review industry-leading tools like Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift, and On-Screen Takeoff, covering their best features for electrical estimators.

📌 Learn How to Digitally Measure and Count Items

You’ll see how to measure distances and areas using digital rulers and markup tools, plus how to count fixtures and devices using symbol recognition.

📌 Track Changes and Revisions in Real Time

Change orders and addenda are common. This section shows you how to document revisions and update estimates efficiently using digital layers and markups.

📌 Export Quantities and Costs to Estimating Spreadsheets

Once your takeoff is done, you’ll need to transfer data into pricing templates. Learn how to export quantities and integrate your takeoff with Excel-based systems or specialized cost software.

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