Measure lengths, areas, and counts on PDF plans without the complexity of full estimating software.
One-time purchase of $179 · Fully offline · Windows 10 & 11 · 30-day free trial
There are many excellent full-featured programs available for those needs.
After years in the trades, I kept seeing the same two situations. Some contractors were still measuring paper plans by hand. Others had purchased full-featured takeoff and estimating programs but only used a small portion of what they paid for.
There are many excellent full-featured programs available for those who need advanced capabilities. SimpliTake is not trying to replace them. It is a simple PDF takeoff and markup tool for general contractors and subcontractors who just need to measure lengths, areas, and counts without the extra complexity.
One feature I specifically wanted was fast navigation. With Smart Markup Navigation, you can click any markup or takeoff in the sidebar and instantly jump to that location on the PDF. It keeps the work practical for everyday use.
Click any markup or takeoff in the sidebar to instantly jump to that exact location on the PDF.
Quickly measure linear lengths, areas, and count items directly on PDF drawings.
Export your complete project as a PDF with all markups for sharing or record keeping.
Save projects to mapped network drives so your team can access the same file.
Load your plans directly into the program.
Calibrate manually or use preset scales.
Take lengths, areas, counts, and add notes.
Export to Excel or a marked-up PDF.
$179
One-time purchase · Lifetime use on one computer
After purchase, email your receipt and Computer ID to [email protected] and we will send your license file.
This is a side project I run while still working full time in construction. SimpliTake LLC is a very small company with limited support. Please only purchase if you are comfortable with that.
Yes. You get a full 30-day trial with all features unlocked.
No. Please use the 30-day trial to make sure the software works for you.
Email support only at [email protected]. I respond as quickly as I can.
General contractors and subcontractors who need a simple way to measure PDF plans and do not require the advanced features of full estimating programs.