Low Voltage Takeoff Services for Contractors

Accurate structured cabling and communications takeoffs — hire full-time, part-time, or project-based support for your low voltage bids.

CSI Division 27 (Low Voltage)

Hire a dedicated remote Low-voltage estimator — full-time, part-time, or project-based. CSI Division 27 Low-Voltage takeoffs

Low voltage scope often gets bundled into electrical bids without the detail it deserves — data drops, cable pathways, and termination points each carry their own quantities and labor that are easy to underscope. ABLE Estimating gives you dedicated remote estimators who break this scope out accurately, so nothing gets lost in a combined bid.

CSI Division 27 breakdown (real line items):

  • Structured cabling (data & voice drops)
  • Cable tray & pathway quantities
  • Rack & termination hardware
  • Patch panels & cross-connects
  • Wireless access point locations
  • Communications room/IDF equipment

Full-Time Remote Estimator

A dedicated low-voltage estimator working exclusively for your company, full workweek, every week. Ideal for busy electrical contractors bidding consistently on commercial and residential low-voltage jobs who want one person who learns your standards and software over time.

Part-Time Remote Estimator

A dedicated low-voltage estimator for a set number of hours or days per week — perfect if your steel bid volume doesn't justify a full-time hire yet, but you need more consistent support than one-off electrical and low-voltage takeoffs.

Project-Based Remote Estimator

Not ready to commit to a dedicated hire? Send us a single set of electrical plans and get a takeoff back — no onboarding, no long-term commitment. Many electrical and low-voltage contractors start with a project or two before moving to part-time or full-time estimator.

Hire the Way That Works for You

No long-term contracts required. Whether you need a full-time teammate, extra hands during busy season, or a single accurate takeoff to try us out — pick the option that fits where your business is right now.

Full-Time Remote Estimator

A full-time low-voltage estimator works exclusively for you, every workweek.
$ Custom Quote Monthly
  • Full workweek, dedicated exclusively to you
  • Onboarded to your standards & software
  • Ongoing quality oversight included

Part-Time Remote Estimator

Part-time low-voltage estimator gives you dedicated hours or days per week.
$ Custom Quote Monthly
  • Set hours/days per week, dedicated to you
  • Onboarded to your standards & software
  • Scale up to full-time anytime
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Project-Based Estimator

Project-based means you send one set of plans and pay per takeoff, with no ongoing commitment.
$ Starting at $200 Per Project
  • No onboarding, no commitment
  • Delivered in 24-48 hours
  • Great way to try us out first
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Working process

Getting a dedicated low-voltage estimator is simple. Whether you need full-time, part-time, or project-based support, here’s exactly how it works from your first request to your electrical estimator getting started.

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Submit Your Request

Tell us the trade and the engagement type you need — full-time, part-time, or project-based.
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We Onboard a Candidate

We identify and prepare a qualified estimator matching your trade and specific requirements.
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Approve & Sign

Review the candidate, confirm the fit, and sign off to move forward.
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Your Estimator Starts Working

Your dedicated remote estimator begins working directly with your team — trained on your software, standards, and preferences.

How We Vet Every Estimator

Whether you’re trying us for one project or hiring a dedicated team member, you’re trusting someone with your bids. Here’s how we make sure that trust is earned.

Screened & Tested

Every estimator is evaluated for accuracy, software proficiency, and speed before working with any client.

Trained on Your Standards

Full-time and part-time estimators are onboarded specifically to your preferences, templates, and communication style.

Easy Communication

Work with your estimator directly through whatever tools your team already uses.

We leverage the latest technology to ensure speed and accuracy

Bluebeam Revu

For accurate digital takeoffs, markups, and collaborative workflows.

PlanSwift

For measuring materials quickly and generating precise quantity takeoffs.

AutoCAD

For analyzing detailed architectural and engineering plans.

Microsoft Excel

For creating easy-to-read cost breakdowns and final estimates.

Trusted by Construction Contractors

"Hi there! Sorry for the delay, but I've just reviewed the estimate, and it looks fantastic. Thank you! I'll be sending you a few more projects soon."

Ramiro
Drywall Contractor
Ramiro

"Hello, we've received your email. We've been going over everything just to make sure we have everything we need. Everything looks really good so far - excellent job! Expect more projects from us soon."

Sam
Remodeling + Additions Contractor
Sam

"The placement of the studs across all rooms was detailed perfectly. The demo plans and the early screenshot clarified everything! A huge thank you to this team - such reliable and good-hearted people!"

Chad
General Contractor
Chad

Ready to Get Your Finishes Estimator!

Full-time & part-time placements ready in 24-72 hours. Project-based takeoffs delivered in 24-48 hours.

Frequently asked questions

A full-time estimator works exclusively for you, every workweek. Part-time gives you dedicated hours or days per week. Project-based means you send one set of plans and pay per takeoff, with no ongoing commitment.

Yes — many contractors start with a project or two to see our accuracy and turnaround firsthand, then move to part-time or full-time support once they’re ready for ongoing help.

We work with you to address it directly, and if needed, we’ll find a better match at no disruption to your work. Our goal is a long-term fit, not a one-time placement.

Whatever works best for your team — email, phone, Slack, google meet or Zoom. Full-time and part-time estimators integrate into your existing workflow and tools.

Our remote low-voltage estimator can break low voltage out as its own line-itemed takeoff even if it’s part of a larger electrical scope on the plans.

Our remote low-voltage estimator calculates pathway and tray quantities separately, since they are often priced and installed by a different crew or supplier than the cabling.

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