What does an insulation takeoff include?

Our insulation takeoffs include batt and blanket insulation (SF by R-value, thickness, and facing type), rigid board insulation (SF by thickness and application — roof, wall, below-grade), spray polyurethane foam (BF by thickness and open/closed-cell type), pipe and mechanical insulation (LF by pipe diameter and insulation thickness), acoustic batt in partition assemblies, and duct liner and wrap. R-value and thickness are tracked for every item.

Do you include mechanical insulation in a building insulation takeoff?

Yes. Pipe, duct, and equipment insulation are included when mechanical drawings are supplied — LF of pipe insulation by diameter and thickness, SF of duct liner and wrap, and equipment insulation counts. Building envelope and mechanical insulation are delivered in one workbook, organized by system type.

How do you handle tapered insulation on roofs?

Tapered insulation quantities are calculated from the roof drainage plan and tapered insulation layout drawings — average thickness by roof area, with slope direction and drain locations noted. We identify each tapered zone and calculate the average board thickness for accurate material quantities.

Do you provide insulation estimates for cold storage and industrial projects?

Yes. Cold storage insulation (high-density polyisocyanurate, spray foam, and vapor barriers) and industrial pipe insulation (calcium silicate, mineral wool, and cellular glass) are included when the drawings and specifications are supplied.

What file formats do you accept for insulation drawings?

We accept PDF, CAD (DWG/DXF), Revit, and most other common formats. Wall sections, roof assemblies, and mechanical drawings are all needed for a complete insulation takeoff.

How long does an insulation takeoff take?

Standard turnaround is 48 to 72 hours for most projects. Rush delivery is available for an additional fee. Contact us with your bid date to confirm availability.

How much does an insulation estimate cost?

Fees are based on project size and scope complexity. We provide a fixed-fee quote before starting any work — no hourly billing, no surprises. Contact us with your drawings for a free fee proposal.

Estimating Services›Insulation

Insulation
Estimating Services

Professional insulation estimating and quantity takeoff — batt, rigid board, spray foam, pipe insulation, and acoustic insulation. R-value and thickness tracked. Building envelope and mechanical insulation. 48–72 hour turnaround.

Batt & BlanketRigid BoardSpray Foam (SPF)Pipe InsulationAcoustic InsulationR-Value Tracked48–72 Hr TurnaroundAll 50 States

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48–72 hrs

Standard Turnaround

R-Value

Tracked Per Item

All 50

States Covered

100%

Drawing-Referenced

What's Included

Complete Insulation Takeoff

Every insulation takeoff is 100% drawing-referenced — every layer, R-value, and thickness tied to a specific wall section, roof assembly, or mechanical drawing.

Batt & Blanket Insulation

Fiberglass and mineral wool batt — SF by thickness, R-value, and facing type (kraft, foil, unfaced). Wall, floor, and ceiling applications separated.

Rigid Board Insulation

EPS, XPS, polyisocyanurate, and mineral wool board — SF by thickness and R-value. Roof, wall, and below-grade applications with tapered insulation slopes noted.

Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF)

Open-cell and closed-cell SPF — BF (board-feet) by thickness and application area. Roof deck, wall cavity, and rim joist applications separated.

Pipe & Mechanical Insulation

Fiberglass, mineral wool, and elastomeric pipe insulation — LF by pipe diameter and insulation thickness. Fittings, valves, and equipment insulation counted separately.

Acoustic & Specialty Insulation

Acoustic batt in partition assemblies, duct liner and wrap, equipment pads, and specialty thermal barriers — SF and LF by assembly type.

Excel Workbook + Annotated Markups

Quantities in Excel organized by building zone, floor level, and insulation type — with annotated PDF markups tied to wall sections, roof details, and mechanical drawings.

Why Choose Us

The Union Estimating Difference

Thermal Envelope Expertise

We read wall sections, roof assemblies, and energy compliance details to identify every insulation layer — not just the primary cavity fill.

R-Value & Thickness Tracked

Every insulation item is quantified with its specified R-value and thickness so your bid matches the energy compliance requirements.

Mechanical Insulation Included

Pipe, duct, and equipment insulation are included when mechanical drawings are supplied — MEP and building envelope insulation in one deliverable.

Fixed-Fee Quote Before Work Begins

We review your drawings and provide a firm fee before starting. No hourly billing, no surprises.

48–72 Hour Standard Turnaround

Most insulation takeoffs are delivered within 48 to 72 hours. Rush delivery available.

Design & Engineering Excluded

We quantify from your supplied drawings. Energy modeling, thermal compliance review, and installation are not included.

Project Types

Estimates for Every Project

Commercial Office Buildings

Healthcare & Hospitals

Industrial Facilities

Warehouses & Cold Storage

Residential New Construction

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

Education & Schools

Government & Federal

Mechanical Rooms & Penthouses

Below-Grade Foundations

Roof Assemblies

Tenant Improvements

Scope Boundaries

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included

Batt and blanket insulation (SF by R-value and thickness)
Rigid board insulation (SF by thickness and type — EPS, XPS, polyiso)
Spray polyurethane foam (SF by thickness and application)
Pipe and mechanical insulation (LF by pipe size and insulation type)
Acoustic insulation and sound attenuation (SF from partition schedules)
Excel workbook + annotated PDF markups

Excluded

Thermal and energy modeling
Installation and commissioning
Costs and labor rates (quantity-only package — pricing package available)

Delivery Packages

Quantity-Only or Cost Estimate

Two delivery packages available. Quantity-Only delivers measured quantities with no pricing. Cost Estimate adds agreed material and labor pricing using our proprietary database and current supplier quotes — all assumptions documented.

Quantity-Only Package

All measured quantities in Excel — LF, SF, CY, unit counts by type
Annotated PDF markups showing every counted item
No pricing, no labor rates — quantities only
Use with your own pricing or subcontractor quotes

Cost Estimate Package

Quantity-Only: SF, LF, unit counts, and annotated markups — no pricing
Cost Estimate: material pricing from proprietary DB + current supplier quotes
Labor pricing based on trade productivity and documented wage assumptions
Waste and coverage allowances noted per insulation type
RSMeans used only for government/DOB work where required by scope agreement

How It Works

Four Steps to Your Takeoff

Upload Drawings

Submit your drawings and specifications through our contact form. PDF, CAD, Revit, and most other formats accepted.

Fixed-Fee Quote

We review scope and provide a firm fee before starting. No hourly billing, no surprises.

Takeoff & Review

We measure every quantity from your drawings and verify against schedules and specifications.

Delivery

Excel workbook with annotated PDF markups — delivered within 48–72 hours of approval.

FAQ

Insulation Estimating Questions

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