Plan Quality Examples

See what makes a construction plan great for accurate Brain Estimator quotes

Why Plan Quality Matters

Our Brain Estimator uses 31 specialized trade agents to analyze your construction plans and deliver 98% accurate quotes. Each agent needs visible dimensions,scale references, and clear specifications to perform accurate take-offs. Plans without these details will result in rough ballpark estimates only.

✅ Good Construction Plan

This plan has everything Brain Estimator needs for accurate quotes

Good construction plan with visible dimensions and scale

Key Features:

  • All dimensions clearly visible (e.g., 12'-6", 3.5m)
  • Scale bar included (1/4"=1'-0")
  • Material specifications noted (e.g., "2x4 studs @ 16" O.C.")
  • Room labels with square footage
  • High resolution - text is crisp and readable
  • Complete coverage - all relevant details shown

❌ Bad Construction Plan

This plan will result in rough ballpark estimates only

Bad construction plan without dimensions

Key Features:

  • No dimensions shown - impossible to measure accurately
  • No scale bar or reference
  • Missing material specifications
  • Blurry or low resolution - text unreadable
  • Incomplete - missing critical details
  • Hand-drawn sketch without measurements

Quick Tips for Best Results

✅ DO:

  • • Upload architect-stamped plans with full dimensions
  • • Include scale bars on every sheet
  • • Add material specifications and notes
  • • Use high-resolution scans (300+ DPI)
  • • Upload multiple sheets for complete coverage

❌ DON'T:

  • • Upload hand-drawn sketches without measurements
  • • Use blurry phone photos of plans
  • • Submit plans with missing dimensions
  • • Upload incomplete or partial sheets
  • • Expect accurate quotes from rough sketches

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