Documentation

Everything you need to get started with OBDNC OS and streamline your construction estimation process.

Getting Started

1

Create Your Account

Sign up for a free trial or choose a plan that fits your needs. No credit card required for trial accounts.

2

Upload Your Plans

Upload construction documents in PDF, DWG, or image formats. Our platform supports plans up to 1,000+ pages.

Supported formats:

  • • PDF (.pdf)
  • • AutoCAD (.dwg, .dxf)
  • • Images (.jpg, .png, .tiff)
3

Select Modules

Choose which analysis modules you need: Takeoff, Pricing, Schedule, Equipment, or get a complete package.

Takeoff

Quantity extraction

Pricing

Cost estimation

Schedule

Timeline planning

Equipment

Equipment costing

4

Review & Export Results

Access your comprehensive estimates within 24-48 hours. Export to Excel, PDF, or integrate with your existing systems.

Excel Export
PDF Report

Key Features

Multi-Discipline Support

Complete analysis across all construction disciplines:

  • • Architectural (walls, doors, finishes)
  • • Structural (concrete, rebar, steel)
  • • MEP (plumbing, electrical, HVAC)
  • • Site work (excavation, utilities)

Localized Pricing

Accurate cost data for your region:

  • • RSMeans database integration
  • • Regional labor rate adjustments
  • • Material market pricing
  • • Historical cost trending

Collaborative Workflows

Work efficiently with your team:

  • • Multi-user access and permissions
  • • Comment and annotation tools
  • • Version control and audit trails
  • • Real-time project status updates

Enterprise Integration

Connect with your existing tools:

  • • RESTful API access
  • • Webhook notifications
  • • SSO authentication
  • • Custom export formats

Need Help?

Our team is here to support you every step of the way. Get in touch for technical assistance, custom integrations, or enterprise solutions.