PlanSwift has become a cornerstone of digital estimating in construction. Whether you’re a general contractor, subcontractor, or estimator, PlanSwift allows you to measure plans, calculate quantities, and organize takeoffs with precision and speed.
At True Bid Data, PlanSwift is the foundation of our takeoff process. We use it to transform architectural drawings into clean, structured data that powers fast, accurate, and scalable estimates for projects of every size.
What Is PlanSwift and Why Does It Matter?
PlanSwift is an advanced takeoff software that enables users to extract quantities directly from PDF or CAD drawings. With just a few clicks, estimators can:
- Measure lengths, areas, and volumes
- Count fixtures, assemblies, and symbols
- Apply formulas and multipliers for labor and material
- Export results to Excel or estimating software
PlanSwift eliminates manual errors and allows for real-time updates when drawings or scope changes—making it essential for teams who value efficiency and precision.
How True Bid Data Uses PlanSwift for Clients
We use PlanSwift not just as a measurement tool, but as a data-generation engine that supports structured estimating. Here’s how:
Quick and Accurate Digital Takeoffs
- Walls, slabs, piping, lighting, and finishes
- Multi-trade support: Division 03–33
- Supports phased drawings, alternates, and revisions
Assembly-Based Quantities
- Prebuilt assemblies for framing, drywall, electrical, and plumbing
- Real-time cost calculation per component
- Consistency across similar project types
Clean Data Output
- Delivered in CSI format for budgeting, scheduling, or bidding
- PDF markups for scope clarity
- Excel formats for fast editing and internal use
We turn complex drawings into organized quantities and costs you can build from.
Where We Apply PlanSwift in Real Projects
Our team uses PlanSwift across a wide range of commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects, including:
Commercial Interiors
- Partition systems, flooring, ceilings, casework
- MEP layout takeoffs for lighting, wiring, HVAC
- Custom millwork and finish schedules
Custom Residential & Multi-Unit
- Wall framing, roofing, window and door schedules
- Kitchen and bath fixture counts
- Room-by-room finish material estimates
Sitework & Civil
- Sidewalks, curbs, paving, grading areas
- Utility trenching, drainage, and stormwater systems
- Excavation cut/fill volumes
Each takeoff is customized to meet the scope and sequencing of your project.
Mistakes That PlanSwift Helps You Avoid
Manual takeoffs are time-consuming and error-prone. PlanSwift helps prevent:
- Miscalculations due to scale issues
- Missed scope on multi-page plans
- Inconsistent assemblies across projects
- Lost time rewriting quantities into spreadsheets
We apply consistent processes within PlanSwift to save hours and prevent costly errors in estimating.
Why PlanSwift Makes a Difference for Contractors
Time is money, especially during bid season. PlanSwift allows you to:
- Turn around estimates in hours, not days
- Reuse assemblies and templates for repetitive scopes
- Improve quantity tracking and budget visibility
- Create clean documentation for teams, clients, and consultants
At True Bid Data, we integrate PlanSwift into a broader workflow that includes RSMeans pricing, CSI formatting, and trade-specific cost structures—so you get more than just quantities. You get clarity.
What’s Included in Our PlanSwift-Driven Services
When you partner with True Bid Data, your PlanSwift-based package includes:
- Color-coded PDF takeoffs by trade
- Excel-based breakdowns per CSI division
- Labor and material pricing from RSMeans or your supplier
- Revisions and scope alternates as needed
Our goal is to provide estimating support you can rely on, backed by a tool that’s built for speed and scale.
Use PlanSwift with True Bid Data for Fast, Accurate Estimating
Whether you’re quoting a 5,000 SF fit-out or a 500,000 SF campus, PlanSwift lets us extract exactly what you need—accurately, quickly, and in the right format for your estimating team.
With True Bid Data, you get:
- Precision takeoffs across all CSI divisions
- Smart estimating workflows backed by data
- Proposal-ready deliverables for fast submission
- Reliable turnaround that keeps your pipeline moving
Want to see how PlanSwift can improve your next bid? Visit TrueBidData and let us help you unlock the full power of PlanSwift estimating.