Create a Component Within a Takeoff – Truebuilt

Creating a Component:

When creating a component, you can choose one of three component types, depending on how the quantity should be calculated.

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Types tell you which CSI division a component belongs to, and that carries into the estimate, where you can filter by type to review cost by division. Groups control how it's organized in your takeoff.

Use Linear components when measuring length.

Best for items like piping, walls, curbs, or linear framing

Quantities are calculated based on total measured length

Typically uses units like feet or meters

Use Area components when measuring surface coverage.

Ideal for items like flooring, roofing, drywall, or paint

Quantities are calculated from the measured area

Typically uses units like square feet or square meters

Use Count components when you need a fixed quantity.

Best for items like fixtures, equipment, or objects counted individually

Quantity is based on the number of placed items, not a measurement

Can optionally use dimensions (height, width, depth) for reference or calculations

Each component type controls how quantities are measured and calculated during takeoff, helping ensure accurate estimates based on the nature of the item.