PlusEstimate - 3D BIM VDC Estimating Software - Coming Soon - PlusSpec
3D BIM VDC Estimating Software

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The PlusEstimate Process

Easy to Implement 3D Estimating Software - PlusEstimate by PlusSpec

1. Import

Import a PDF, IFC, CAD (DWG, DXF) or image file ready to trace. Choose to import Pricing, Vendors, Cost Codes, Recipes & Preliminary items.

3D BIM VDC Construction Estimating Program - PlusEstimate by PlusSpec

2. Trace

Trace your plan in 2D or 3D with PlusEstimate user-friendly tools that automate your build-ups.

Bill of Quantities from 3D Models - PlusEstimate by PlusSpec

3. Estimate

Produce a complete and customisable BOQ from your model in the click of a button. Create additional price build-ups fast and associate additional purchase info from imported lists.

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4. Visually Cross-Check

Use the Find in Model tool to locate items from your takeoff in your model and visually detect & eliminate costly error

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WORK SMARTER, NOT HARDER

Redefine Efficiency with a Visual BOQ

Work the way you think – in 3D. Eliminate the guesswork with a Virtual Design & Construction Model you can produce without having any previous CAD experience

WORK SMARTER, NOT HARDER

Automatic Build Ups

Waive the hours spent setting up templates with automatic item attribution. Simply choose a construction type and select the materials you’d like to use from our library of thousands of real localised materials (or easily create your own), then trace your plan.

Once you’ve clicked the takeoff button, you’ll have all of your quantities organised in an easy to navigate BOQ.

Additionally, you can manually add price build ups in your takeoff and choose to link them to the quantities from your model.

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“The takeoffs from PlusEstimate are accurate & so much more efficient than using conventional estimating methods. We’re Up to approx. $30 million worth of projects where we’ve used the PlusSpec tools & we love it.”

EOIN MCLOUGHLIN, ESTIMATOR

Material list from PlusDesignBuild software

MAXIMISE YOUR PRODUCTIVITY

Estimate Efficiently

Getting started is as simple as importing a plan and tracing. Click the takeoff button, and within seconds, you’ll have a detailed Bill of Quantities ready for price association. All of the prices you associate will be saved for next time, so you can keep your workflow as efficient as possible.

100% CONFIDENCE ON EVERY JOB

Pinpoint Precise Estimating

With a model that is an exact virtual replica of the project to be built, you can be certain nothing is over or under quantified. Every detail in your model can be located directly from your takeoff so you can be sure nothing is missed.

“With PlusEstimate, you get the best of both worlds, speed and accuracy, and I know the software will only get better and better.”

KEVIN LUGG, ESTIMATOR

100% CONFIDENCE ON EVERY JOB

Compare & Revise Faster than Ever Before

Making edits to your model is quick and easy, and estimating the changes is only a matter of clicking the takeoff button. You can copy or save versions of your model to takeoff and compare prices.

100% CONFIDENCE ON EVERY JOB

Get a new Level of Understanding

If they say a picture tells a thousand words, then a 3D VDC Model tells a million. By having a virtual representation of the project, you can get a much better understanding of what’s required to actually build the project. Additionally, it allows you to instil extra trust with your clients so they know exactly where costs lie and that what you’re delivering is accurate.

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SPEND LESS TIME LEARNING & MORE TIME EARNING

Intuitive Estimodeling

What’s the point of having great software if it’s too hard to learn and use? We’ve made it so you can hit a button and go from 3D to 2D and trace PDF’s, DWG’s, IFC files & image files without worrying about an extra dimension. No need for any previous CAD experience! Best of all, free tutorials & help are built into every tool!

Maximum Efficiency, Minimal Error

PlusDesignBuild combines everything you need into one organised package of power. 5D BIM

Cover all the BIM bases with intelligent materials and model elements you can associate important information with.

 Virtual Design & Construction

Visually detect clashes & completely understand the project with your Virtual Design & Construction model. Never miss a detail.

 3D Cross Referencing

Click items in your takeoff and locate them in your 3D BIM model to be certain of your quantities

trace icon One Entry System

Never waste time in re-entering information. Simply import cost details & supplier information to PlusEstimate and you’ll be set for all of your projects.

 Instant Contractor Comparisons

Compare contractor prices in seconds and ensure you get the best price every time

 Quick to Learn

With tutorials and help built into every tool, you can be up and running within 14 days of downloading.

Work in 2D & 3D

Forget the extra dimension and work in 2D mode for simple tracing of 2D Plans. Switch back to 3D in the click of a button to detail and zoom about your model.

 Easy Revisions

Everything in your model can be edited in seconds and an updated takeoff can be produced in one click. Save different model versions to keep track of revisions.

Easy to Implement Software for Builders - PlusDesignBuild Export Quantities to .CSV

Export quantities and reports to .csv files for additional customisation and sharing.

It’s Different, It’s Better

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