Drywall & framing subcontractors
Bid more interiors packages with quantities organized the way your hangers and tapers work.
- Board by floor & wall type
- Stocking lists per level
For drywall & framing contractors
Drywall Estimating & Takeoff Services
Board, framing, finishing and accessories measured by wall type and room, so you can price labor accurately and order exactly what each floor needs.
- CSI Division 09 coverage
- Counts by wall type
- Finish levels tracked
Medical office interior
Illustrative example
- 5/8" Type X board1,840 SHT
- 3-5/8" 20 GA studs2,260 EA
- Top & bottom track6,120 LF
- Level 4 finish, walls41,800 SF
CSI 09 29 00 Gypsum boardExcel ready
- Turnaround
- 24–48 hr
- Typical for interiors packages
- Units
- SF, LF & SHT
- Board, framing and corner bead
- Wall types
- By partition
- Every type tagged on the plans
- Coverage
- Division 09
- Plus framing and ceilings
Scope coverage
Complete Drywall & Framing Quantities
Every partition type, ceiling and accessory measured, so hang, tape and finish can each be priced on their own.
Partition framing
Studs and track by gauge, size and spacing for every wall type.
Gypsum board
Board by type and thickness, layers and sides, converted to sheets.
Ceilings & soffits
Drywall ceilings, soffits and bulkheads with framing and hangers.
Finish levels
Taping and finishing by area, from Level 2 in back rooms to Level 5.
Wall insulation
Sound and thermal batts in partitions, by wall type and height.
Corner bead & trims
Corner bead, L-bead, reveals and control joints by linear foot.
Shaft & rated walls
Shaft wall, area separation and rated assemblies with all components.
Blocking & backing
Wood or metal blocking for cabinets, grab bars and wall-mounted equipment.
Acoustical ceilings
Ceiling grid and tile when ceilings are part of your package.
What you receive
See What You Receive in Your Drywall Package
Color-coded plan markups paired with an unlocked takeoff sheet you can load straight into your bid.
Type P1: 5/8" both sides
2,140 LF · 10' high
Type P3: rated, 2 layers
480 LF · 12' high
Gyp ceiling, Level 2
3,260 SF
Shaft wall, stair 1
1,120 SF
Every measurement is color-coded and tied to its sheet number.
| Item | CSI | Net | Unit | Waste | Gross |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8" Type X gypsum board | 09 29 00 | 52,400 | SF | 10% | 57,640 |
| 3-5/8" 20 GA studs, 16" O.C. | 09 22 16 | 2,050 | EA | 10% | 2,255 |
| 3-5/8" 20 GA track, top & bottom | 09 22 16 | 5,560 | LF | 10% | 6,116 |
| Paper-faced corner bead | 09 29 00 | 3,180 | LF | 5% | 3,339 |
| 3-1/2" sound attenuation batts | 09 81 00 | 21,400 | SF | 5% | 22,470 |
| Level 4 finish, walls | 09 29 00 | 41,800 | SF | — | 41,800 |
Live formulas: change any waste factor and the gross quantity updates.
Illustrative example. Board is also converted into sheet counts by length, so stocking orders are ready per floor.
How we price
How We Price Your Drywall Bid
Hang, tape and finish are priced as separate steps, so you know exactly where labor dollars go.
Cost group 01
Materials
Board, studs, track, compound, tape, beads and fasteners at current local pricing.
Local supplier pricing
Cost group 02
Labor
Hang, tape and finish hours by board type, wall height and finish level.
SF per crew-day
Cost group 03
Equipment
Lifts, scaffolding, panel carts and taping tools sized to the job.
Lifts & staging
Cost group 04
Overhead & Profit
Delivery, stocking, cleanup and the markup you set.
Your markup & contingency
Who it's for
Tailored Drywall Estimating Workflows
Organized for interiors contractors, GCs and suppliers.
General contractors
Independent drywall quantities to compare subs and confirm rated walls and ceilings are covered.
- Rated assembly checks
- Bid leveling support
Drywall suppliers
Board, framing and accessory lists ready for quoting and stocking.
- Sheets by type & length
- Accessory totals
Why Bidnora
Why Drywall Contractors Choose Bidnora
- 1
Sheets, not just square feet
Board is converted into sheet counts by length, so stocking orders are ready.
- 2
Every wall type tagged
Partition types are color-coded on the plans, so you can see what each one costs.
- 3
Heights accounted for
Wall heights from sections and ceiling plans drive board and stud lengths.
- 4
Finish levels separated
Taping is broken out by finish level, so labor pricing is accurate.
- 5
Fast revisions
Updated partition plans are compared and the changes clouded.
“The color-coded markups make checking quantities quick. We bid more drywall and framing work last quarter than ever, without adding an estimator.”
Estimates built with industry-standard software
Free quote
Get a Drywall Takeoff Quote
Send what you have and we'll reply with a fixed price and delivery date before any work starts.
What to send
- Drawings as PDF or CAD files, or a plan-room link
- Specifications, or just the sections for your scope
- Any addenda issued so far
- Your bid date and anything to include or exclude
Trade takeoffs
Need Estimates for Other Trades?
The same detail and turnaround for every specialty trade on the job.
Common questions
Drywall Estimating FAQ
Yes. Board area is converted into sheet counts by type, thickness and length, with waste applied, so you can order and stock directly.
Ready for bid day
Bidding a Drywall Package?
Upload your plans and get a fixed quote for a full board, framing and finishing takeoff.
- 100% confidential
- NDA on request
- Fixed price before we start