The point of a material takeoff is to quantify the materials needed for the project. To do this, review the plans, organize the materials and measure quantities to ensure you have what you need throughout the project.This can be updated throughout the project if needed, and it helps more effectively manage project costs.
A
quantity takeoff
helps improve project planning and cost management. It quantifies the materials,
labor and resources needed for a project. The goal is to measure the material quantities, labor
requirements, cost estimates and documentation for better resource planning and project budgeting.
As the project progresses, revise the takeoff to reflect any price changes.