Makeoff is electrical estimating software that automates takeoffs, checks against NEC and local codes, and value-engineers materials so your bids are faster and more competitive. Many contractors search for us as “Makeoff Electrical Estimating” or “MakeOff.”

MakeOff - Electrical Estimating | AI Spec Review & Value-Engineered Bids

Q: How is Makeoff Electrical Estimating different from traditional software?

Traditional tools are manual and slow. Makeoff uses AI to read blueprints, apply NEC rules, and recommend equal-grade replacements with current vendor pricing—turning multi-hour estimates into ~20-minute bids.

Q: Who should use Makeoff for electrical estimating?

Commercial and industrial electrical contractors, estimators, and project managers who want to bid more projects, reduce change orders, and protect margins with code-checked, value-engineered takeoffs.

Commercial Electric Bidding Is Full of Risk

Estimating shouldn’t feel like guesswork or firefighting.

You’re stuck winning only what your overstretched estimators can get out the door. Manual reviews drag on, mistakes slip through, and the bids you don’t submit quietly kill your growth.

You Can’t Catch Every Hidden Note by Hand

Drawings are inconsistent, notes are buried, and contradictions hide across pages. Scope slips through even the sharpest reviews, exposing you to disputes, missed items, and embarrassing corrections on bid day.

Too Many Bids, Not Enough Hours

Manual takeoff, handwritten sheets, vendor emails, and proposal rewrites pile up fast. With 20–30 bids a month, burnout becomes normal and high-value opportunities get skipped because there’s no time left to pursue them.

Bad Numbers Blow Up Good Bids

One wrong price, misaligned labor factor, or OFCI oversight can ruin credibility and force hours of rework. Estimators spend more time validating numbers than actually estimating because software can’t be trusted out of the box.

Your Workflow Is Scattered Across Too Many Tools

PDFs, spreadsheets, takeoff apps, handwritten notes, Word proposals, and email chains create chaos. Every handoff introduces risk, slows you down, and makes it impossible to build bids with consistency.

Sharper, Safer Alternates With Makeoff

Never Miss Scope
or Conflicts Again

Bid with confidence, avoid expensive mistakes, and walk into every review knowing nothing slipped through the cracks.

Never Miss a Critical Detail Again

Makeoff reads the whole plan set and flags contradictions, gaps, and risk items automatically.

Your Entire Estimate, Organized Automatically

Makeoff processes drawings fast, handles the grunt work, and keeps everything organized in one place.

Full-Scope Visibility Without Manual Hunting

Makeoff handles OFCI items automatically and pulls hidden scope directly from notes, symbols, and callouts.

Numbers You Can Defend Every Time

Makeoff delivers stable pricing, consistent labor standards, and instant benchmarking against past jobs.

Makeoff Electrical Estimating software Dashboard for commercial takeoffs

What We Do

Better Commercial Electric Bids

We help electrical teams eliminate the uncertainty that slows estimating and creates risk. Unlike tools that just speed up takeoff, Makeoff actually understands your drawings and specs — catching hidden scope, contradictions, and code issues so your bids are right the first time.

Makeoff Electrical Estimating software UI for commercial takeoffs

Use Makeoff Software to Bid Electrical Jobs with Confidence

Eliminate the Uncertainty That Puts Your Bids at Risk

Never Miss Scope or Conflicts Again

Makeoff reads the entire plan set and surfaces hidden notes, contradictions, OFCI, and underground items automatically so you can submit a complete, defensible bid without fearing what you might have missed.

Pricing and Labor You Can Defend

Makeoff stabilizes your numbers by flagging outlier prices, aligning labor units with real standards, and benchmarking against your past jobs—so every estimate you send looks right, stands up to review, and protects your credibility.

Faster, Cleaner Bids Without the Burnout

Makeoff handles the grunt work—processing drawings, organizing sheets, and preparing bid-ready insights—so you can produce more accurate bids in a fraction of the time without late nights or skipped opportunities.

Protect Your Bid Before It Goes Out

Submit estimates you can stand behind.

Soon to be $299!

$149/mo.

FEATURES

Plan-Set Risk Scanner

Alternate-Bid Blueprinting

Scope Integrity Engine

NEC Delta Highlighting

Defensible Pricing Guardrails

Responsibility & OFCI Tracker

Estimator Workflow Organizer

Issue-Free Export Prep

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Makeoff Commercial Electric Bid Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Makeoff?

Makeoff is electrical estimating software that removes the uncertainty from bidding.
It reads your entire plan set, catches hidden scope and contradictions, aligns your pricing and labor with trusted standards, and prepares a complete, defensible estimate — before you ever export a bid.

Designed for contractors who want fewer surprises, fewer disputes, and bids they can stand behind.

Who should use Makeoff for electrical estimating?

Makeoff is built for commercial and industrial electrical estimators, senior estimators, and project leaders who want to avoid missed scope, reduce rework, and eliminate preventable risk in their bids.

If you handle complex projects, tight deadlines, or high-volume bidding — or if you’ve ever caught an issue too late — Makeoff gives you the safety net you’ve been missing.

What types of projects does Makeoff electrical estimating support?

Our platform is designed for electrical and general contractors working on commercial and industrial including new builds, renovations, and retrofits.

Can I customize my material takeoff with Makeoff electrical bids?

Yes! You can adjust materials, labor units, and vendor preferences before finalizing your takeoff. Our Value Engineer feature helps optimize cost-effective alternatives.

Can I compare material costs from different vendors?

Absolutely. The Material Shopping feature allows you to source components from multiple suppliers and find the best prices—all within the platform.

How is Makeoff Electrical Estimating different from traditional software?

While older platforms focus on digitized takeoff, Makeoff:
- Scans your full plan set for conflicts, gaps, and buried notes
- Validates pricing and labor against real standards
- Flags OFCI and hidden scope that manual review often misses
- Highlights code changes and spec contradictions early

The result isn’t a faster takeoff — it’s a bid with far fewer expensive mistakes.

How accurate are the AI-generated takeoffs with Makeoff?

Makeoff’s AI cross-references blueprints with NEC codes and material databases to ensure high accuracy. Contractors report increased bid precision and fewer costly errors.

How does Makeoff handle NEC code compliance?

Our AI automatically checks takeoffs against the latest National Electrical Code (NEC) updates and cites relevant sections, helping you stay compliant with regulations.

How much time does Makeoff save compared to traditional electrical estimating software?

Makeoff reduces estimating time by 9x, turning multi-hour bids into 20-minute processes, allowing you to bid on more projects and increase profitability

No more missed scope hidden in blueprints.
No more costly surprises.

“Before Makeoff, it was guesswork. Now, our projects run smoother, my crews are happier, and we’re growing faster than ever. "