Bill of quantities

Building a Bill of Quantities from Markups

The Bill of Quantities turns drawing evidence into structured takeoff rows. Measurement and count markups can stay linked to BoQ quantities, so changes on the drawing update the takeoff record.

Updated 2026-07-03 · 5 min read

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  1. Plan requirement
  2. Create measured evidence
  3. Add or link BoQ rows
  4. Keep quantities auditable
Drawing to BoQ
ContractorCounter workspace: Drawing to BoQ

Measured lines, areas, volumes, and count groups can be linked to bill rows for traceable quantity takeoff.

Plan requirement

You can build a Bill of Quantities in the free preview, but it is not saved. Saving and PDF and spreadsheet exports require a paid plan. If a control is locked after a billing change, check Settings > Plan & Billing for your current access and next steps.

Create measured evidence

Start with calibrated length, area, volume, perimeter, or count markups. Give each markup or group a clear subject so the quantity is easy to identify later.

Keep quantities auditable

Use descriptive markup names and group labels. A reviewer should be able to jump from the BoQ row back to the drawing evidence without guessing what was measured.

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