Carlson Takeoff Office Software

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Available Modules:

The Carlson Takeoff Suite includes four powerful programs that work together:

• Construction – Creates 3D models, calculates cut/fill, and produces machine control files. Ideal for site prep, roads, and grading.
• CADnet – Converts paper plans, PDFs, and image files into usable CAD linework. Great for bringing non-digital plans into your workflow.
• GeoTech – Imports and models soil data from borings or lab tests. Displays layers, elevations, and materials for more accurate subgrade quantities.
• Trench – Estimates trench and pipe quantities, including bedding and backfill. Perfect for utilities and drainage projects.

Together, these modules give you everything you need for estimating, modeling, and reporting, from start to finish.

License and Version Options

Here’s what each version or option means so you can choose the right one:

• Takeoff Suite (Full) – Includes all four modules: Construction, CADnet, GeoTech, and Trench.
• Crossgrade from Takeoff R13 / R12 / Pre-R12 – For existing Carlson Takeoff users upgrading from an older version.
• Crossgrade from Construction 2025 / Pre-2025 – For Carlson Construction users upgrading to the full Takeoff Suite.
• Local License to Network License – Converts a single-user license into a shared network license for multi-user access.
• Individual Modules (Construction, GeoTech, Trench, CADnet) – Sold separately if you only need one specific function, each available as Local or Network License.

The Carlson Takeoff Suite is a complete software package for construction estimating, site work, and 3D modeling. It’s designed for contractors, engineers, and surveyors who need fast and accurate cut/fill calculations, material quantities, and surface models for job planning and machine control.

Takeoff Suite lets you estimate directly from paper plans, PDFs, or CAD files. You can calculate dirt and rock quantities, topsoil removal, trench and pipe volumes, and roadway cross-sections, all in one program. It also builds 3D models ready for machine control systems like Trimble, Topcon, and Leica.

This software helps you see exactly how much material is needed and where it goes. You can create reports for cut/fill volumes, site plans, and cross-sections, and export directly to PDF. It also includes drawing cleanup tools that fix common CAD issues and convert 2D linework into accurate 3D surfaces.

With Carlson Takeoff Suite, you save time in bidding, planning, and building. It includes Carlson Construction, CADnet, GeoTech, and Trench, giving you all the tools you need for estimating, modeling, and layout in one easy-to-use package.