It’s difficult to include everything, but here is a list of materials that are typically included in a lumber takeoff.
- Foundation-related framing for basements and framed foundations include
- Mud Sills, Plates, and Pier Cap Blocks, Termite Shield Count.
- Dimension Lumber for Joists and Beams.
- Treated Porch Framing and Exterior Decking and Handrail Materials.
- Foundation Subflooring.
- Foundation Stair Framing Materials.
- House Framing Lumber Includes
- Foundation Form Lumber (if required).
- Toe Plates.
- Sill Sealer.
- Wall Studs.
- Top Plates.
- Temporary Bracing.
- Header Material.
- Joist and Beam Materials.
- Strongbacks, Joist Blocking.
- Subfloor Materials.
- Stair Framing Materials.
- Roof Rafters, Hips, Ridges, Valleys.
- Bracing Materials.
- Wall Sheathing.
- Exterior Trim Materials (also known as cornice materials).
- Overhang Soffit and Exterior Ceilings.
- Exterior Flashing Materials.
- Wall Siding and Trim.
- Exterior Accents and Louvers.
- Roof Decking.
- Optional Items Include
- Hold Downs.
- Straps and Clips. (these may be needed unless they are provided by the framer).
- Concrete.
- Foundation Steel.
- Brick Count.
- Masonry Materials and Mortar Sand.
- Roofing materials.
- Drywall materials.
Module 1 | Getting Started | |
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Lesson 1 | Introduction - Preview | |
Lesson 2 | Getting Started - Preview | |
Lesson 3 | What items should be included in a frame lumber takeoff? - Preview | |
Lesson 4 | How Should a Lumber Takeoff Be Structured? | |
Lesson 5 | Two Types of Frame Takeoffs | |
Module 2 | Who should produce your estimate? | |
Lesson 1 | What if the Builder Creates the Lumber Takeoff Estimate? | |
Lesson 2 | What if the Framer Creates the Lumber Takeoff Estimate? | |
Lesson 3 | What if the Lumber Company Creates the Lumber Takeoff Estimate? | |
Lesson 4 | What if Your In-House Estimator Creates the Lumber Takeoff Estimate? | |
Lesson 5 | What if An Independent Professional Estimator Creates the Lumber Takeoff Estimate? | |
Lesson 6 | All you really want is a takeoff. How do you make up your mind? | |
Module 3 | Getting it Done | |
Lesson 1 | Comparing Two Different Takeoffs by Different Estimators | |
Lesson 2 | Let's wrap things up | |
Lesson 3 | Final Thoughts | |
Lesson 4 | Completion |