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Description

Electrical Takeoff Software is a web-based service designed for electrical contractors and estimators to facilitate the takeoff and estimation process from electrical drawings. Users can upload either vector files or scanned PDFs of their plan sets, which encompass power, lighting, systems layouts, one-line diagrams, schedules, and notes. The platform efficiently identifies and highlights electrical devices on each sheet, tracks branch circuits and homerun paths, and calculates wire and conduit lengths. It then transforms these counts and measurements into material and labor estimates, categorized by CSI sections, while utilizing customer-specific rates and job-cost configurations. Furthermore, counts are validated against available panel and fixture schedules for accuracy. The software streamlines the workflow by flagging any ambiguities in the drawings and addressing open scope questions that might affect the bids, ultimately providing a comprehensive bid recap, along with exports for counts and lengths, RFI letters, and an evidence sheet for documentation. Users can conveniently review their results directly in the browser and export the data in various formats, such as XLSX, CSV, or PDF, to integrate seamlessly with their existing estimating processes. This ensures that estimators have all the necessary tools to create accurate and competitive bids.

Description

ZapSketch is an online tool designed specifically for electricians, electrical contractors, and estimators to facilitate the planning of electrical home runs. It allows users to import floor-plan PDFs, draw walls on a blank canvas, or start from a quick sketch, enabling them to place panels, junction boxes, and devices while routing circuits and raceways efficiently. As users modify their layouts, the application automatically measures run lengths and offers insights on preliminary conductor sizing, ampacity, voltage drop, and conduit fill based on the NEC 2023 standards. Users can also access circuit schedules and export their marked-up plan PDFs along with raceway pull schedules for purposes such as estimating, review, and transitioning to the field; however, some export options and unmarked reports necessitate a Pro subscription. Additionally, there are free standalone calculators available for voltage drop, wire sizing, and conduit fill. While ZapSketch serves as a valuable preliminary planning tool, it is essential to note that it should not replace thorough code reviews, engineering judgment, or the verification of actual project conditions. This tool enhances workflow efficiency and supports better project management for electrical professionals.

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Pricing Details

$49 one-time
Each drawing-set takeoff is a one-time purchase priced at $0.02 per square foot of floor area, with a $49 minimum and a cap of $2 per device counted. The project page shows the price before payment; there is no subscription.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$19/month
Free includes the planning workflow and preliminary checks; PDF exports are watermarked and redact commercial pull and calculation details. Pro is $19 per month, or $190 per year, and adds unwatermarked PDF exports, full raceway pull schedules, complete preliminary calculation reports, and commercial-use output. Standalone voltage-drop, conduit-fill, and wire-size calculators are available without signup.
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Electrical Takeoff Software

Founded

2026

Website

www.electricaltakeoffsoftware.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

ZapSketch

Founded

2025

Country

Canada

Website

zapsketch.com

Product Features

Electrical Estimating

Billing & Invoicing No 
Change Orders No 
Cost Database No 
Project Management No 
Quotes / Proposals No 
Takeoff No 

Takeoff

3D View No 
Assembly Takeoff No 
Cross Section Creation No 
Electronic Plans No 
Elevation Checking No 
Error Checking No 
Site Balancing No 
Slope Routines No 
Subcontractor Management No 

Product Features

Electrical Design

CAD Tools No 
Change Management No 
Collaboration No 
Compliance Management Yes 
Document Generation Yes 
Drag & Drop Yes 
Electrical Parts Catalog Yes 
Functions / Calculations Yes 
One Line Diagram No 
PLC Tools No 
Reusable Designs Yes 
Symbol Library Yes 

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