Get Accurate Earthwork Numbers Before You Bid

Sitework Quantity Take-Offs in Florida and Alabama

When you are preparing a bid for grading or sitework in Hilliard, the difference between a profitable project and a loss often comes down to how accurately you estimate cut-and-fill volumes. Quantity take-offs use precise elevation data to calculate the amount of earth that needs to be moved, giving you numbers that reflect actual site conditions rather than rough assumptions. You get volume calculations that account for existing terrain and proposed grades across your Hilliard site.

Aerial Metrology & Inspection collects elevation data using LiDAR or photogrammetry, then models both the existing surface and the proposed design. The software calculates the difference between the two surfaces and generates cut-and-fill volumes, including allowances for swell and compaction. You receive a report that breaks down quantities by area or phase, supporting more accurate bidding and material planning.

If you need earthwork calculations for a project in Hilliard, contact us to review the site and timeline for data collection.

How Volume Calculations Are Generated

After data is collected from your Hilliard site, the existing terrain is modeled as a triangulated surface, and your grading plan is imported or recreated in the same coordinate system. You receive a color-coded report showing cut areas in one color and fill areas in another, along with tables that list cubic yardage for each zone. The calculations account for slope transitions, laydown areas, and any grading limits you specify.

You will notice that the numbers reflect site-specific conditions such as drainage paths, existing utilities, and areas where grading is restricted. The data helps you avoid over-ordering material or underestimating haul-off costs. It also provides a baseline for tracking quantities as work progresses.

This service requires a reliable design surface, whether that is a grading plan, finished floor elevation, or roadway profile. It does not include geotechnical analysis or soil classification, which may affect compaction factors and material behavior during construction.

Questions About Accuracy and Deliverables

Civil contractors and site managers often ask how the data is collected, what level of detail is included, and how the numbers are formatted for bidding and planning.

What if I need a licensed survey?

We can deliver a licensed survey for any data we collect, by partnering with one of our local registered land surveyors.

How do you account for soil swell and compaction?
You provide swell and compaction factors based on your soils report or experience, and those are applied to the calculated volumes. The report can show both bank cubic yards and loose or compacted volumes.
What file formats are included?
You receive volume reports in PDF and Excel, along with the existing and proposed surfaces in Civil 3D or LandXML format. Color-coded grading maps can be provided as georeferenced images.
How quickly can I get take-off data?

Turnaround depends on site size and data collection method. Most projects in Hilliard are completed within a few days of receiving the data or grading plan.

When should I request a take-off?
It is most useful during the estimating phase, before submitting a bid or finalizing a budget. It can also be used during construction to verify that quantities match what was planned.

Aerial Metrology & Inspection provides sitework quantity take-offs for civil contractors and developers working in Hilliard. Reach out to confirm your project scope, grading plan format, and delivery timeline.