STACK Takeoff & Estimate
Construction estimating software
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Takeoff software
Construction software
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Bill of quantity software
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$2,599 per user per year
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What is STACK Takeoff & Estimate
STACK Takeoff & Estimate is a cloud-based construction takeoff and estimating application used to measure quantities from digital plans and build cost estimates. It is typically used by contractors, subcontractors, and estimators to produce bids, budgets, and material/labor summaries from PDF drawings. The product combines on-screen takeoff tools with estimating workflows, including assemblies and pricing, and supports collaboration across estimating teams. It is commonly positioned as a preconstruction tool rather than a full project accounting or end-to-end construction ERP system.
Cloud collaboration on plans
STACK supports multi-user access to plans and estimates, enabling teams to work from a shared set of drawings and project data. Centralized storage helps keep revisions and markups aligned across estimators and reviewers. This is useful for distributed teams that need consistent access without local file management.
Integrated takeoff and estimating
The product links quantity takeoff directly to estimate line items, helping teams reduce re-entry between measurement and pricing. Users can create reusable items and assemblies to standardize estimating across projects. This integrated workflow is a core differentiator versus tools that focus primarily on either drawing measurement or field execution.
Digital plan takeoff tools
The application provides on-screen measurement tools for common takeoff needs (e.g., linear, area, count) on PDF plans. It supports organizing takeoff by pages, layers, and items to produce bill-of-quantities style outputs. These capabilities fit contractors that want a dedicated takeoff workflow without adopting a broader construction management suite.
Limited end-to-end project controls
STACK primarily addresses preconstruction takeoff and estimating rather than full project delivery. Organizations that require scheduling, daily field reporting, RFIs/submittals, change management, and cost control in one system may need additional software. This can increase integration and process overhead compared with broader construction management platforms.
Accounting and ERP depth varies
The product is not typically used as a system of record for job cost accounting, payroll, or financial reporting. Firms that need tight linkage from estimate to job cost, invoicing, and financials may require integrations or parallel workflows. This can be a constraint for companies seeking a single source of truth from bid through closeout.
Best fit for digital plans
Workflows assume access to clean digital drawings (commonly PDFs) and consistent plan sets. Projects with frequent plan quality issues, complex revision control requirements, or heavy reliance on paper-based processes may see added effort to maintain accurate takeoffs. Estimating teams may need defined standards to keep assemblies and pricing consistent across users.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $2,599 per user / year* | Core takeoff & estimating tools (Quantity, Labor & Material Takeoff), Unlimited Projects & Documents, Unlimited Viewer Seats. Buy Now link available on vendor site. |
| Premium | $2,999 per user / year* | Adds AI-powered capabilities to core takeoff and estimating tools (site lists AI accelerators and AI add-ons). Buy Now link available. |
| Pro | $3,999 per user / year* | Full takeoff & estimating platform with enterprise capabilities; requires contacting sales for some options. |
*Notes: Prices shown on vendor site are labeled "AS LOW AS" and are billed per user annually. The vendor page also notes that "A one-time onboarding fee may apply," and lists additional add-ons (FloorPlan AI, Aerial Image Takeoff, ERP Connectors) that may have separate requirements or costs.
Seller details
STACK Construction Technologies, Inc.
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
2011
Private
https://www.stackct.com/
https://x.com/STACK_CT
https://www.linkedin.com/company/stack-construction-technologies/
