Telecom and low-voltage systems
Telecommunications Takeoff and Estimating
Quantify cabling, pathways and equipment locations for voice, data and communications packages.
What the estimate covers
- Cable by type and route
- Jacks, outlets and faceplates
- Racks, patch panels and cabinets
- Pathway, test and labeling requirements
What to send
Send low-voltage plans, rack elevations, riser diagrams and pathway and testing specifications.
Frequently asked questions
Can backbone and horizontal cabling be separated?
Yes. Use separate system groups and show cable lengths, terminations and testing by installation type.
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Measuring pathways and endpoints separately
Start with risers, telecom room layouts and device schedules. Count data outlets, rack components and terminations separately from cable or pathway length. Confirm whether testing, labeling and owner-supplied equipment fall within the telecom bid.
What the estimate can show
- Scope and quantity detail arranged by the trade, system, phase or bid item.
- Document references so scope questions can be traced to the applicable plans or specifications.
- Assumptions and exclusions kept visible, with separate pricing or allowances when requested.
Have a bid set ready?
Tell us what you need priced, which drawings govern the bid and when it is due.