● For general contractors

An independent number, when you can't just take a sub's word for it.

Cross-check a subcontractor's submitted material count against an independent measurement of the same plan set, or turn around your own bid fast when an opportunity needs an answer today, not next week.

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The problem this solves

You're accountable for numbers you didn't produce yourself.

When a sub hands you a material count, you're trusting their math without an easy way to verify it — and a bad number from one trade can wipe out your margin on the whole job. Running a full independent takeoff yourself usually isn't practical when you're managing the project, not estimating it full-time.

ReadMyBlueprint gives you a fast, independent second opinion: upload the same plan set, get a real measured count back, and compare it against what you were handed — without needing to be an estimator yourself, and without the turnaround time of hiring one for a spot-check.

Where this fits your workflow

A fast, independent check — not a full estimating department.

What it's good for

  • Cross-checking a subcontractor's bid against an independent measurement
  • Turning around a rush bid when there's no time to wait on a sub's numbers
  • A quick sanity check before you commit to a number in a proposal
  • No subscription needed if you only need this occasionally — pay per upload

Being upfront about scope

  • This is takeoff, not project management — no daily reports or punch lists
  • Single-user accounts today; if your team needs shared seats, email sales@readmyblueprint.com
  • Best for verifying material quantities, not full estimating with labor and markup
  • Works from a real digital plan set — not a scanned or hand-marked copy
FAQ

Questions GCs actually ask.

Can I use this to double-check a sub's material count?
Yes — upload the same plan set your sub bid from and compare their numbers against ReadMyBlueprint's independent measurement. A big mismatch is worth a conversation before you sign off.
Do I need a separate account for every project?
No — one account, upload as many plan sets as your plan allows (or pay per upload for occasional use).
Can multiple people on my team use one account?
Not yet — accounts are single-user today. If you need shared team access, email sales and we'll talk about what you actually need.
How fast can I get results on a rush bid?
Minutes from upload to a full labeled material count, not hours — that's the specific problem this solves for a time-sensitive opportunity.

Get an independent number, fast.

Upload the plan set and get a real, labeled material count in minutes. Your first one is free.

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