Square & Level / HVAC & mechanical estimating
Division 23 · HVAC & mechanical
HVAC & mechanical estimating services
Send your mechanical sheets and get ductwork, equipment, air devices and piping counted and priced by people who have run jobs. Fixed quote in 2 hours, bid-ready takeoff in 24–48 hours, for HVAC and mechanical contractors in any state.
What's in the takeoff
Every piece of the mechanical scope, counted.
23 74 13Rooftop units, split systems, air handlers and condensers by tonnage and type23 31 13Rectangular and round duct by size, in LF and pounds, with fittings23 33 46Flex duct and connections in LF23 37 13Supply diffusers, return and exhaust grilles by type and size23 33 00Volume dampers, fire/smoke dampers and access doors23 07 13Duct insulation and wrap in SF23 23 00Refrigerant line sets and condensate drain piping in LF23 34 00Exhaust fans and kitchen or restroom exhaust23 09 00Thermostats and basic controls23 05 93Test & balance, startup and crane or curb allowances
Every takeoff comes with marked-up plan sheets so you can check each count, an editable Excel file with live formulas, and written assumptions and exclusions. Reviewed by our in-house general contractor, estimator and engineers before delivery.
Pricing
Single HVAC takeoff
$99
Order one takeoffBidding every week? Monthly plans from $299 for 4 takeoffs. Unused takeoffs roll over.
Join Bid Desk · $549/mo · 8 takeoffs See all plansFull estimates with pricing: $249 residential or remodel, $499 custom home or commercial. Large projects are quoted.
Who it's for
Built for the shops that bid mechanical work.
FAQ
HVAC & mechanical estimating: common questions
What do you need from me for an HVAC takeoff?
The mechanical sheets (M-series), the architectural floor plans and reflected ceiling plans, equipment schedules, specs if available, and your bid date.
Do you count duct by weight or by length?
Both. Rectangular duct is listed by size in LF and converted to pounds by gauge so you can price it either way. Fittings are counted separately.
Can you include my material and labor pricing?
Yes. Send your supplier prices, labor rates and markup and we build them into the Excel file. Otherwise we use current market pricing for your area.
Do you do residential HVAC changeouts?
Yes. Single-system changeouts are a single takeoff. Full new-construction homes and multi-system jobs are quoted.
How much does an HVAC takeoff cost?
A single-trade takeoff is $99. Full priced estimates are $249 for residential or remodel and $499 for custom homes or commercial. Monthly plans start at $299 for 4 takeoffs.
Request a quote
Have a bid coming up? Send the plans.
Include the project address or city, the drawings, and your bid due date. You'll get a fixed quote within 2 hours during business hours.
See the format before you order. Each sample has marked-up plan sheets, a quantity takeoff by CSI section and a priced estimate:
Need another trade? Email us and we'll send a sample.