Planning & EstimatingQuestion 301 of 360
What is the main reason to prepare a written material takeoff before ordering pipe and fittings for a job?
a.To satisfy the painter
b.To order accurate quantities so the crew avoids shortages and costly return trips
c.To replace the need for any plans
d.To set the water pressure
Explanation
A written takeoff converts the drawings into a counted list of pipe, fittings, valves, and fixtures so the order matches the job. Accurate quantities prevent both shortages that stall the crew and over-ordering that ties up money. It also becomes the basis for the material portion of the estimate.
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