Better Than PandaDoc for Construction

The Construction-First Alternative to PandaDoc

PandaDoc is great for general sales proposals, but Takeoff Convert is built specifically for Contractors. Turn your PDF takeoffs directly into winning proposals without manual copy-paste. No CRM bloat—just proposal automation that works.

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Trusted by 1000+ Contractors Who Switched from PandaDoc

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3 free proposals
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How We Beat PandaDoc for Construction

While PandaDoc requires manual data entry, we automate the entire process from takeoff to proposal

PandaDoc Workflow

Copy-paste from Excel manually

Type line items one by one

Use generic sales templates

⏱️ 2-3 hours per proposal

Takeoff Convert Workflow

Upload PDF/Excel directly

AI extracts all data automatically

Generates narrative proposals

⚡ 60 seconds per proposal

See It In Action

Watch how we transform your construction takeoffs into professional proposals automatically

1

Upload Your Construction Takeoff

Upload your PDF takeoffs, bid estimates, or project cost sheets. Our AI instantly processes tables and extracts quantities, materials, and pricing data.

2

AI Creates Your Proposal

AI transforms your takeoff data into professional proposal text with project scope, materials, and costs. Edit the content if needed before download.

3

Download Professional Bid Proposal

Get a polished Word document with your company letterhead, project details, and professional formatting. Ready to send to clients immediately.

Before: Raw Construction Takeoff
Trade/ItemQuantityUnit CostTotal
Concrete Found45 CY$285$12,825
Framing Labor2,400 SF$4.75$11,400
Electrical Rough2,400 SF$3.25$7,800
SUBTOTAL:$32,025
After: Professional Construction Proposal

PROJECT SCOPE & PRICING

Foundation work includes excavation and placement of 45 cubic yards of concrete with professional finishing at $12,825.

Complete framing package covers 2,400 square feet with premium lumber and skilled labor for $11,400.

Electrical rough-in installation includes all outlet and switch locations per plans for $7,800.

Total Project Investment: $32,025

Takeoff Convert vs PandaDoc: Side-by-Side Comparison

See why contractors choose Takeoff Convert over PandaDoc for construction proposals

FeatureTakeoff ConvertPandaDoc
Construction Takeoff Import
AI Line Item Recognition
Automated Scope WritingManual Templates Only
Construction-Specific AI
Price (Starting)$19/month$35/month per user
Free Trial14-day trial
Word (.docx) Export
Built for ConstructionYes - SpecializedNo - Generic Sales Tool

Why Contractors Choose Us Over PandaDoc

Features built specifically for construction professionals, not generic sales teams

Construction Takeoff Analysis
Instant extraction

Automatically extract material quantities, labor costs, equipment pricing, and trade details from complex construction takeoffs and bid estimates.

AI-Powered Proposal Creation
95% accuracy rate

Transform raw takeoff data into professional construction proposals with project scope, materials breakdown, and competitive pricing in seconds.

Branded Construction Proposals
Your brand, your projects

Export with your company letterhead and branding. Edit proposal content before download - perfect for contractor presentations to clients.

Win More Construction Bids
40% higher bid win rate

AI creates compelling proposals that highlight your expertise, competitive pricing, and project value to help you win more construction contracts.

Proposal History & Management
Never lose proposals

Save, organize, and access all your construction proposals with cloud sync. Never lose a bid document or project estimate again.

Secure Construction Data
Construction-grade security

Your takeoffs and estimates are processed securely with enterprise-grade encryption. Construction data is never stored permanently.

Contractors Who Switched from PandaDoc

See why construction professionals prefer Takeoff Convert for their proposal workflow

Takeoff Convert transformed our bidding process. Converting takeoff PDFs to professional proposals used to take hours, now it takes minutes. We've won 3 major projects since switching.

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Mike Rodriguez

General Contractor

Rodriguez Construction LLC

The accuracy is incredible for electrical takeoffs. It captures all our material quantities and labor costs perfectly, then creates proposals that impress general contractors.

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Sarah Chen

Electrical Contractor

Pacific Electric Solutions

Perfect for construction estimates! I can review and edit the proposal content, add our company letterhead, and send professional bids to clients the same day. Our win rate increased 40%.

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David Martinez

Construction Estimator

Summit Building Group

Simple Pricing That Beats PandaDoc

More affordable than PandaDoc, with features built for construction. Start with 3 free proposals.

Starter

Perfect for individuals

$19/month

3 free proposals • Cancel anytime

Start Free Trial (3 Proposals)

Everything included:

  • 50 proposals per month
  • 7-day history
  • AI-powered generation
  • Email support
Most Popular

Pro

For regular users

$49/month

3 free proposals • Cancel anytime

Start Free Trial (3 Proposals)

Everything included:

  • 200 proposals per month
  • 30-day history
  • AI-powered generation
  • Cloud sync & backup
  • Priority email support

Business

For teams and businesses

$149/month

3 free proposals • Cancel anytime

Start Free Trial (3 Proposals)

Everything included:

  • 1,000 proposals per month
  • Unlimited history
  • AI-powered generation
  • Cloud sync & backup
  • Team sharing
  • Priority email support

Ready to Switch from PandaDoc?

Join hundreds of contractors who have simplified their proposal workflow. No more manual data entry. No more generic templates. Just professional proposals that win projects.

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