Announcing the Release of Our Manual Takeoff Tool
We’re excited to announce the public release of our Manual Takeoff Tool, the same professional-grade platform our team has used internally. Designed for contractors who want full control and real-time collaboration, it’s a cloud-based solution that’s powerful, precise, and easy to use from any browser.
At CivilTakeoff.ai, we’ve always been committed to building tools that match the way contractors actually work in the field and office. Until now, our manual takeoff tool has been an internal solution — used daily by our own team to deliver professional, accurate results.
Today, we’re opening it up to everyone.
Why We Built It
Over the past year, we’ve spoken with hundreds of contractors, estimators, and project managers. One theme came up again and again: many contractors prefer to have direct control over their take-offs. They want to work at their own pace, make adjustments on the fly, and ensure every measurement reflects their own expertise.
We also heard another common need — collaboration. Estimating isn’t always a solo task. You might have multiple team members reviewing a project at the same time, sharing insights, and updating quantities together. Most tools make this clunky or impossible without exporting files back and forth.
Our response? Release our internal tool to the public and make it even better.
What’s Different About Our Approach
Most manual takeoff software on the market today comes with two big problems:
They’re not truly cloud-based. You end up emailing files back and forth or setting up clunky file-sharing systems. They require heavy software installs and expensive machines. If your laptop isn’t loaded with RAM and a dedicated graphics card, you’re in for a frustrating time.
Our manual takeoff tool changes that.
100% cloud-based — All you need is a browser. No installs. No IT headaches.
Real-time collaboration — Multiple team members can view and edit the same project at the same time.
Access anywhere — Whether you’re in the office, at home, or on-site, your projects are ready when you are.
Built for Professionals, Made Simple
We designed this tool to deliver top-tier accuracy and performance without the steep learning curve. Some of the key features include:
Snap-to-lines for perfect, precise measurements.
Auto-trace to speed up repetitive linework.
Custom class creation so you can organize and label your takeoffs exactly how you want.
Built-in worksheets for converting measurements into tons, cubic yards, or other units.
It’s the kind of tool that’s powerful enough for pros — but approachable enough that anyone on your team can pick it up quickly.
Ready to Try It?
The Manual Takeoff Tool is now available to all CivilTakeoff.ai users. If you’re ready to take control of your own takeoffs, collaborate seamlessly with your team, and work from anywhere, give it a try today.
We can’t wait to see the projects you’ll complete with it.
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