Roofing Takeoff Service – Commercial & Residential
Roofing Division CSI Code 07 – Thermal and Moisture Protection
As a roofing contractor, you handle a wide array of projects, from residential homes to commercial buildings. Your work spans various materials like metal, aluminum, wood, shingles, tiles, slate, and steel. Whether it’s repairs, replacements, or new installations, your responsibilities are diverse and demanding. Let’s explore the roofing industry, the estimating process, and how Unity Estimating LLC can streamline your operations.
The Roofing Trade
In addition to installing roofing materials, your daily tasks include pre-inspections, material measurement and cutting, managing labor shortages, and overseeing site setup and cleanup. While the job can be rewarding, it’s no secret that the roofing industry is complex, and improving profitability requires hard work.
The demand for residential and commercial properties continues to rise, but so does competition. New contractors are entering the market, making it essential to stay informed about industry trends, adapt to market changes, and meet customer needs. One of the most effective ways to stay competitive is by adopting software tools. Many contractors are already using estimating and bidding software to streamline their processes and avoid the setbacks of traditional systems. In such a competitive environment, leveraging technology and automation is crucial to managing costs, winning more business, and improving efficiency.
To stand out, accurate and cost-effective bids are key. Higher accuracy leads to higher close rates, happier customers, and more business through referrals.
Residential Roofing Estimating Process
Gone are the days of climbing ladders and using tape measures for residential estimates. Modern techniques, such as EagleView’s aerial measurements, allow you to measure roofs accurately, saving time and money even before materials are ordered.
Simply provide EagleView with the property’s address, and their technicians will generate detailed reports from high-resolution images, showing measurements like length, pitch, and area. Their mobile app’s interactive photo editor tool allows you to mark areas of roof damage and combine multiple reports online.
Additionally, drone technology has revolutionized roof measurement and estimation. With a drone and estimating software, you no longer need to ascend a ladder, significantly improving safety and efficiency. More precise estimates and lower liability costs mean you can close more deals and generate more leads.
General Commercial Roofing Estimating Process
Commercial roofing is all about estimating, selling, and installing work. To improve efficiency in securing jobs, refining your estimating process is essential. For commercial projects, you may need to take measurements from blueprints or existing structures. Using digital estimating tools and software can help speed up the process and manage frequent change orders and addendums. However, reviewing all project specifications in detail remains necessary.
Using Planswift Estimation Software for Roofing Estimates
Planswift is a powerful tool that simplifies the roofing estimation process. Capable of reading most plan types, including PDFs, it allows you to complete estimates quickly and accurately. With an in-built pitch tool, there’s no need to climb onto the roof; just click a mouse. Planswift automates roof estimation, even for complex projects, without manual calculations.
Unity Estimating LLC is proud to be a Planswift Partner!
We Help Roofing Contractors Save Time & Win More Bids!
While technology can automate roofing job procurement, it can be challenging to learn, especially for those less familiar with software. Unity Estimating LLC helps roofing contractors focus on growing their business rather than spending late nights doing takeoffs.
Save time and money by hiring Unity Estimating LLC for your roofing estimation jobs. We provide accurate, on-the-spot estimates that will elevate your roofing business to new heights. Call us at +1 (678) 648-1399, and let’s work together on your next roofing project!