Planning & EstimatingQuestion 378 of 521
In the bidding process, what is a material takeoff?
a.Removing old wiring from a building
b.A change to the contract price
c.Counting and listing all materials and devices from the drawings
d.The final inspection of the job
Explanation
A takeoff is the systematic counting and listing of every device, fitting, and length of material shown on the plans so quantities can be priced. It is not demolition, a change order, or an inspection.
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