Architectural plans with commercial shade takeoff markings on an estimator's desk

Certified commercial window covering takeoffs

Cleaner shade takeoffs for bid day.

Plan-based takeoffs for roller shades, blinds, blackout systems, and specialty window coverings, delivered by estimators with more than 20 years in the trade.

20+
years in window coverings
per square foot typical pricing
48h
rush-friendly turnaround

Built for bid days

Accurate shade quantities without tying up your in-house estimators.

Shade Takeoffs reviews drawings, schedules, elevations, and specifications to produce organized takeoff packages your team can price, quote, and submit with confidence. The focus is simple: reliable openings, clear assumptions, and a bid-ready report.

What gets measured

Commercial takeoff support for every common shade package.

Roller shades

Manual and motorized shade counts by room, elevation, window type, mount condition, and notes.

Blinds and specialty products

Horizontal blinds, vertical blinds, blackout shades, dual shades, and specialty assemblies.

Drawing and spec review

Cross-checks between plans, window schedules, elevations, addenda, and written specifications.

Bid-ready reports

Summaries formatted for fast pricing, quote preparation, manufacturer requests, and internal review.

Simple handoff

Send the files. Get a clean takeoff back.

The workflow is designed for busy dealers and contractors who need clarity quickly, especially when multiple bids are landing in the same week.

  1. Share plans and deadline Upload or email drawings, specs, addenda, and any preferred scope notes.
  2. Scope is reviewed Ambiguities are flagged early so your team knows what is included, excluded, or assumed.
  3. Takeoff is prepared Openings are counted and organized by area, product type, and bid-relevant condition.
  4. You price and submit Use the report to request manufacturer pricing, build your quote, and respond faster.

Sample output

Organized for fast estimating decisions.

A typical package includes an area-by-area or floor-based quantity summary, dimensions, product notes, assumptions, and plan references where needed.

Area Type Qty Notes
Level 03 Offices Roller shade 42 Manual, inside mount
Conference Dual shade 8 Blackout plus solar
Patient Rooms Blackout shade 66 Coordinate pockets
Lobby Motorized 12 High glazing

Straightforward pricing

Typical takeoffs start around 3 cents per square foot.

Final pricing depends on drawing complexity, deadline, product mix, and whether addenda or revisions are involved. Rush support is available when schedule allows.

per square foot

Commercial projects, schools, healthcare, offices, government work, multifamily, and tenant improvements.

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Testimonials

Trusted by contractors across the country.

“Takeoffs are spot on.”
James, Project Manager · Washington, DC
“Delivers on time.”
Megan, Owner · Gainesville, FL
“Awesome attention to detail.”
Jay, Architectural Project Manager · San Diego, CA
“Often finds vital information.”
Will, Owner · Raleigh, NC

Ready when the bid clock starts

Send your plans and deadline. Get a clear shade takeoff back.