For Electrical Contractors

Bid more electrical work.

Keep control of the details.

PlanSwift counts your devices and prices the job in the same pass, so nothing gets lost chasing quantities across a spreadsheet.

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BUILT FOR ELECTRICAL ESTIMATORS

Everything you need to build a better electrical bid.

PlanSwift counts and prices your devices, runs, and labor in one place. No separate spreadsheet to reconcile before bid day.

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AI-Assisted Takeoff

Get a reviewable first pass on repetitive plan work. Then use your expertise to confirm quantities and correct the details before they affect the bid.

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Assembly-Based Estimating

Group fixture, device, conduit, and installation requirements into assemblies that reflect how your team prices different systems and job conditions.

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Custom Formulas

Build the math behind labor units, material costs, waste, and markups into the takeoff so estimates reflect your actual approach instead of a one-size-fits-all calculation.

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Reusable Templates

Start with proven setups for recurring project types and estimating standards, giving every estimator a consistent place to begin.

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Plan Comparison

Review revised drawings against earlier plans to see what changed, update affected quantities, and reduce the risk of pricing an outdated scope.

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Live Excel Integration

Move organized quantities into the Excel pricing sheets your team already uses while keeping takeoff data connected as the estimate evolves.

Find Every Device Faster. Submit Stronger Bids Sooner.AI

Takeoff BOOST is the AI takeoff suite from ConstructConnect built directly into PlanSwift. It handles the manual measuring, counting, scaling, and navigating that used to slow estimators down, so you can focus on what actually wins bids: the estimate.

Auto Count

Pick one symbol; PlanSwift finds and counts every match across up to 10 pages at once.

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Auto Takeoff

Detects walls, areas, lengths and counts across a page automatically — a full first pass in under a minute.

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Auto Scale

Reads and sets the right scale across a whole plan set — no manual setup per page.

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Auto Bookmark

Builds smart links between plans, details and sections so you jump straight to the view.

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These features use Artificial Intelligence to provide results. It is your responsibility to verify results to ensure accuracy.

Takeoff & ESTIMATING

Which Software is Best for Estimation and Editing?

Electrical Takeoff Example

Electrical estimating programs, like PlanSwift® by ConstructConnect®, are the best tools to tackle electrical projects because they reduce redundant tasks and provide accurate calculations.

PlanSwift is one of the most trusted brands of electrical construction estimating software. Electrical contractors across North America swear by it because PlanSwift allows you to:

  • Tailor it to your unique work. Enjoy customizable takeoff templates.
  • Get started quickly. Perform basic material and labor calculations, assemblies, and reports.
  • Save more time. Import plans and specs directly from ConstructConnect Project Intelligence.

You can now try PlanSwift’s leading electrical estimating software free, with no credit card required.

Which method is best for estimating electrical items?

Using digital takeoff software is the best method for estimating electrical items, and PlanSwift is a preferred electrical estimate app because it’s designed with customization in mind. For the busy electrician, estimate apps need to handle the unique aspects of their trade. That’s where PlanSwift shines. It can:

  • Measure lengths of conduit and wire quickly and accurately.
  • Count wiring devices with ease.
  • Automatically calculate materials and costs.
  • Create reports quickly.

All that saves you time, money, and effort. Whether you’re in need of a free electrical estimate, or looking for the best commercial electrical estimating software, PlanSwift delivers unparalleled results.

How does electrical estimating software work?

Electrical cost estimating software like PlanSwift works by taking uploaded building plans and helps you perform the following:

  • Precise Measurements. PlanSwift can calculate the exact length of wiring needed, even runs that can snake around corners and drop down walls.
  • Detailed Counts. PlanSwift helps determine the exact number of fixtures required.
  • Custom Estimates. Planswift tailors your estimates to your unique materials costs and labor requirements.

Reasons like those are why PlanSwift is the electrical estimate software many contractors trust to contain costs and create accurate estimates.

If you’re looking for free electrical estimating software or the best electrical estimating software, PlanSwift stands as a top choice. With our free trial offer, you’ll have the opportunity to see if it’s the best commercial electrical estimating software for your business.

BUILT FOR ELECTRICAL ESTIMATORS
Everything you need to build a better electrical bid.

PlanSwift counts your devices and prices the job in the same pass, so nothing gets lost chasing quantities across a spreadsheet.

"The fact that it costs about a third of the other company’s product helped my decision to purchase PlanSwift, but I have to tell you that the TUTORIAL is what won me over. Excellent customer support and a better price. What more can I say? It’s a great product, with a great foundation that can be built upon to grow and become better and better for years to come."

Kyong Chang
Logic Electric
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do electrical contractors update material, labor, and cost estimates in PlanSwift?

PlanSwift lets electrical contractors connect takeoff quantities to custom assemblies and parts that reflect their materials, labor needs, and costs. As you take off the work, PlanSwift can calculate material and cost requirements and help create reports for estimate review. When measurements, pricing, or project assumptions change, your team can update the setup and review the effect in the same workflow.

What is electrical takeoff and estimating software?

Electrical takeoff and estimating software helps contractors measure electrical work from digital plans and turn those quantities into a priced bid. PlanSwift combines takeoff and estimating in one platform, so electrical contractors can measure conduit, wire, devices, fixtures, and other electrical scope. They can connect those quantities to assemblies, material and labor calculations, and costs. Takeoff BOOST is a suite of AI tools built into PlanSwift that can help speed up supported first-pass takeoff work. Estimators review and adjust the quantities before finalizing the bid.

Can PlanSwift handle electrical devices, conduit, wire, and custom assemblies?

Yes. The PlanSwift Electrical Starter Pack includes electrical assemblies, parts, and symbols for boxes, conduit, connectors, fire alarm, lighting, audio and visual communication, power distribution, receptacles, switches, wire, and conduit fittings. Users can also add their own electrical symbols. Contractors can customize and reuse electrical assemblies and parts to match their estimating process.

How does PlanSwift help electrical contractors measure and price jobs?

PlanSwift gives electrical estimators one workflow for measuring and pricing electrical scope. You can measure lengths of conduit and wire, count wiring devices and fixtures, and connect measured quantities to electrical assemblies and parts. PlanSwift can use those assemblies to calculate material, labor, and cost estimates and create reports for review. Your estimator still checks the plans, quantities, assemblies, and project requirements before approving the bid.

What does Takeoff BOOST do for electrical takeoffs in PlanSwift?

Takeoff BOOST is a suite of AI tools built into PlanSwift:

Auto Takeoff creates a preliminary page takeoff with supported area, linear, and count measurements.

Auto Count finds matching electrical symbols or objects across selected pages after you choose what to count.

Auto Scale detects and applies page scale across selected pages.

Auto Bookmark helps create bookmarks and links to related plan pages, details, and sections.

These tools can reduce repetitive measuring, counting, scale setup, and plan navigation. Electrical estimators can review and refine the AI-assisted first pass in PlanSwift before connecting quantities to electrical assemblies and cost calculations. The results are a starting point, not a finished bid.

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