How Much Money Does Togal.AI Save Construction Businesses?

Here’s the hard truth: the construction industry is far behind in adopting new technologies. Labor shortages, slow takeoffs, inefficient workflows, and risk-averse mindsets all make it tempting to stick with “the way we’ve always done it.”

But the stakes are high. Companies that resist innovation risk falling behind their competitors. Why? Because more bids go unsubmitted, projects take longer to estimate, and margins shrink.

The solution? Tools like Togal.AI, an AI-powered takeoff and estimation platform that accelerates workflows, reduces costs, and helps businesses win more bids—without sacrificing accuracy.

This begs the question: How much money does Togal.AI actually save construction businesses? Truth be told, that depends on several factors, including the size of your organization. So, let’s explore a few different case studies involving construction businesses, both large and small.

Why Togal.AI Is Changing the Game for Construction Takeoffs

Takeoffs are traditionally labor-intensive, time-consuming, and repetitive. Estimators spend hours, days, or even weeks manually tracing lines and measuring quantities on plans. That’s time lost on value-generating work like scoping, value engineering, or identifying the right trade partners.

With Togal.AI, the preconstruction takeoff process changes completely. AI accelerates quantity takeoffs, cloud-based collaboration lets teams work from anywhere, and estimators can focus on higher-value tasks. The results are exactly what you want to see—more bids submitted, faster project turnarounds, and better profitability.

Now, let’s dive into the real-world stories of construction companies using Togal.AI to save money and boost productivity.

Coastal Construction Saves Roughly $1 Million in One Year of Togal.AI

Before Togal.AI, Coastal Construction’s estimating team of eight spent over 20 hours per week manually completing takeoffs. Using traditional software, half of their workweek disappeared in clicks and drags.

After adopting Togal.AI, takeoff time dropped from 50% to just 10%. That’s 14.5 hours saved per plan set, translating to 13,920 hours per year—and roughly $1 million saved in the first year.

Freed from tedious manual tasks, the team could focus on value-generating activities, like scoping, trade partner management, and the actual art of estimating.

GC Firm MPC Saves on Headcount

With Togal.AI, estimators at MPC tackle the work of two to three people, without hiring extra staff.

Joe Howell, MPC’s Director of Preconstruction, says the salary savings were immediate. In Denver, where MPC is located, entry-level estimators often cost $90,000. Recognizing this, the very affordable Togal.AI platform paid for itself in just a couple of days.

The takeoff software also boosts profitability by making it easier to scope projects accurately, manage costs up front, and keep owner budgets on track. 

L&L Paint Modernizes Takeoffs After 70 Years in Business

For over 70 years, L&L Paint Company has delivered high-quality work on everything from small jobs to massive contracts like the $167-million Queensboro Bridge and a $1.1M IBM project.

Despite using Onscreen Takeoff (OST) and Planswift for 13 years, their estimating process hadn’t improved. Togal.AI changed that:

• Our AI-powered, cloud-based takeoff software saved L&L Painting an average of 20% of the workday, enabling faster bid submission and better follow-up.
• Teams collaborate from anywhere, dramatically improving efficiency and reducing missed opportunities.

As you can imagine, the ability to bid on more projects more quickly results in more wins and more revenue.

Total Flooring Contractors Won a Major Bid With Only 48 Hours to Do the Takeoff

Brad Brady, President of Total Flooring Contractors, shared how Togal.AI transformed high-rise estimating:

• A 30-story high-rise takeoff that would have taken two weeks was completed in just 48 hours.
• Fewer estimators are needed, saving on labor costs.
• Faster, more accurate takeoffs mean more work can be landed, pipelines stay full, and revenue grows.

AI-backed takeoff software is a force multiplier, empowering estimators to do what they do better and faster.

When It Comes to Takeoffs, Time Really Is Money

Togal.AI doesn’t just save time—it saves money, increases bidding capacity, and boosts profitability.

• Cost Savings: Less manual work means fewer staff hours wasted, reducing payroll expenses.
• Increased Revenue: Faster takeoffs result in more bids submitted, leading to more projects won.
• Reduced Risk: Improved accuracy means fewer overruns and more predictable margins.
• Fast ROI: Many businesses see payback in days or weeks.

So how much money does Togal.AI actually save? The answer is: “A lot.” It saves on headcount by reducing the need for additional estimators. It saves on productivity by giving back hours that used to be lost to manual clicking and tracing. It saves big construction firms millions every year—and it gives smaller firms the ability to compete and win, even with leaner teams and tighter resources. No matter the size of your business, the savings are real and immediate.

Ready to transform your estimating process? Save money, win more bids, and reclaim your team’s time. Book a custom demo with Togal.AI today!