FOR CONCRETE CONTRACTORS

AI-Powered Concrete Estimating Software

Calculate cubic yards, formwork, and rebar quantities in minutes. Tectonic reads structural plans and generates accurate concrete takeoffs automatically.

The Concrete Estimating Problem

Manual takeoffs waste your time and cost you money. Sound familiar?

Complex Volume Calculations

Footings, walls, slabs, columns - each with different dimensions. Calculating cubic yards across a project requires careful math that's easy to get wrong.

Formwork Square Footage

Form-to-pour ratios vary by element type. Walls, columns, and footings each require different contact area calculations for accurate forming costs.

Rebar Quantity and Detailing

Bar sizes, spacing, lap lengths, and hook allowances - rebar takeoffs require attention to detail that takes hours and is easy to underestimate.

Finish and Embedded Items

Different slab finishes, embedded anchors, sleeves, and waterstops add complexity that's scattered across architectural and structural drawings.

How Tectonic Solves It

AI-powered takeoffs that work the way you think.

Automatic Volume Calculation

AI calculates concrete volumes for footings, walls, slabs, columns, and grade beams. Quantities separated by element type and concrete mix requirements.

Formwork Area Measurement

Calculate form contact area for all concrete elements. Tectonic identifies element types and applies appropriate form-to-pour calculations.

Rebar Takeoff

Quantify reinforcing steel by bar size, including standard lap lengths and waste factors. Export in tons or linear feet based on your pricing needs.

Finish and Accessory Quantification

Track square footage by finish type (broom, trowel, exposed), plus anchor bolts, embeds, and other accessories for complete estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about concrete estimating with Tectonic.

How does Tectonic calculate concrete volumes?

Tectonic reads dimensions from structural plans and calculates volumes using geometry formulas. It handles rectangular, circular, and irregular shapes, separating quantities by element type.

Does the software account for concrete waste?

Yes. Tectonic applies standard waste factors (typically 3-5% for flatwork, higher for small pours) which you can adjust based on your experience and site conditions.

Can I get rebar in tons and in linear feet?

Absolutely. Tectonic provides rebar quantities in both linear feet (for ordering and fabrication) and tonnage (for cost estimating). You can switch between units as needed.

How does it handle different concrete mixes?

Tectonic allows you to assign different mix designs to different elements. Track PSI requirements, special admixtures, or architectural vs. structural concrete separately.

Does Tectonic work with ICF and other concrete systems?

Yes. While optimized for cast-in-place concrete, Tectonic can also assist with ICF, tilt-up, and precast takeoffs by quantifying wall areas and volumes.

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