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Plumbing Estimating & Quoting Software

Groundplan is cloud-based plumbing estimating and quoting software for Australian and NZ plumbers, offering advanced solutions for both residential and commercial projects. Measure directly from the PDF plan, generate your bill of quantities automatically, and get the quote out faster.

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Why AU & NZ Plumbers Choose Groundplan

Most plumbing estimating tools aren't built for plumbers - they're generic quoting platforms with pipe runs added as an afterthought, or US products that don't reflect the way AU and NZ plumbing businesses actually work. Groundplan is built for the trade: count fixtures, measure pipe runs, and generate a quote straight from the PDF plan, synced to the job management software you already use.

Do the takeoff on the PDF

Count fixtures, fittings, and drainage points directly on the plan, and measure pipe runs with the Length tool. Quantities feed the estimate automatically - no printing, no pen markups, no spreadsheet transfers.

Quote residential and commercial plumbing jobs from the same tool

Whether it's a residential bathroom renovation or a large commercial hydraulic fitout, the workflow is the same. Learn it once, use it on everything.

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Build quotes from real measurements, not template price books

Every quote is based on what's actually on the plan - so your estimate is accurate from the start, not averaged from a price book and corrected later.

Connects with simPRO, AroFlo, Fergus, Xero and MYOB

Sync your bill of quantities straight to the job management and accounting tools your business already runs on - no double-entry.

Local support, no overseas call centres

Built for AU and NZ workflows, not adapted from a US product. Reach the support team via live chat or one-on-one training - rated 4.8/5 on Capterra by contractors across the region.

Plumbing Estimating & Quoting Software

Groundplan is cloud-based plumbing estimating and quoting software - so whether you’re pricing a bathroom renovation or tendering a commercial fitout, everything is in one place. Measure directly from the PDF plan, generate a bill of quantities automatically, and get your quote out faster. Unlike job management tools that build quotes from template price books, Groundplan builds yours from real plan measurements. Works on any device, anywhere in Australia or New Zealand.

Count tool for counting individual items like joins and bends
Length tool for measuring all sizes of pipe work and trenches
Area tool for measuring square meterage
Plan revisions
Project calendar
Cloud technology for live sharing
Task management
Designed for residential and commercial takeoff
Auto-count plumbing fixtures and fittings with Count Assist
Suitable for residential and commercial plumbing work
Built for sole traders and plumbing contractors across AU and NZ

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Why Groundplan?

Plumbing estimating and quoting software built for the trade

Quote faster, estimate accurately, and win more plumbing work - from any device, anywhere in Australia or NZ.

Work from anywhere

Use any device to access all your plumbing plans, projects and takeoff estimates online. Collaborate with your team as changes happen in real time. No more software installs and updates - works anywhere in Australia or NZ.

Local support

Based in Australia and NZ. Real support from people who understand the trade. Free one-on-one training and live chat support - our team gets you up and running fast.

Easily export your takeoff estimates

Once you’ve finished your plumbing takeoff and estimate, export your bill of quantities directly to Excel or push to a quote via simPRO, Fergus, AroFlo or Xero.

Personalised PDF Plumbing Plan Design

So you can complete your plumbing plan designs quickly and easily, Groundplan contains more than 100 standard plumbing symbols – and will conveniently count any symbol for you as soon as you place it on your plan. Stay in complete control with the power to edit your plumbing designs exactly as you like.

Import any PDF plumbing plan directly - and your plumbing takeoff flows straight through to your estimate. Use Groundplan's measurement tools to count fixtures, measure pipe lengths, and mark up the plan in one step. Once you've completed the takeoff, Groundplan automatically totals all items for you. Plus, you'll be in complete control of your PDF plans with the ability to edit any item as you please.

Place more than 100 standard symbols
Draw clear, concise lines
Add text boxes
Add title block and logos to personalise
Use the Arc Tool for drawing circuitry
Add legend
Add images
Add dimensions
Snip areas of plans
Change sizing of plans

Plumbing Labour and Parts Estimating

As soon as your plumbing takeoff is complete, Groundplan can conveniently quantify material and labour costs and provide a bill of quantities, saving you hours of estimating time.

Upload your rates from CSV
Save takeoff templates for future projects
Use formulas to multiply materials and calculate wastage
Labour calculator
Quantify your costs
Download plumbing estimates directly to Microsoft Excel

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Happy Users

412,700 +

Projects Completed

6.2 million +

Plans Estimated

Groundplan success stories

Discover how trades are modernising their business processes with our cloud-based takeoff software.

"We achieved 30% growth one year, then 40%, then another 35% year."

Zane Britton

BOI Plumbing

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Groundplan vs other Estimating Software

There are a few HVAC estimating tools on the market - most built for the US or UK, with none of the job management integrations that AU and NZ contractors actually use. Here's how Groundplan compares.

Feature

Other Estimating Software

Spreadsheet

Built for AU & NZ market

(mostly US/UK)

Takeoff from PDF Plan

Partial

Conduit & Piping Takeoff

Partial

Built-in BOQ

Varies

Simpro, AroFlo, Fergus integration

Cloud-based (no desktop install)

Varies

Multi-trade (Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC & more)

Award-winning support team

N/A

Capterra rating

Varies

N/A

Connects With Your Existing Tools

Groundplan works alongside the job management and accounting software you already use.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can Groundplan also calculate labour?

Yes. You can add labour fit times to each part and use it to estimate your labour component for the entire project.

Can I share my projects with my team or offshore estimators?

Groundplan allows you to share your projects with anyone who has a Groundplan account. You can have as many people as you like working on the same set of plans at the same time from anywhere in the World.

Do I need to download any software?

Groundplan Takeoff software is 100% cloud based and runs on all modern browsers. No need to download clunky old server based takeoff software. Groundplan works anywhere on any device with an internet connection.

Does Groundplan do plan design as well?

Yes. Groundplan has great basic tools for plan design. Whether it’s drawing a building outline or erasing a title block, our system gives you full control over your plans.

Is there any commitment?

Groundplan allows you to pay-as-you-go and you’re free to end your subscription whenever you like. We don’t subject you to any lock-in contracts or hidden fees.

What software do plumbing estimators use?

Plumbing estimators in Australia typically use cloud-based takeoff and estimating tools rather than spreadsheets. Groundplan is purpose-built for this - it lets you measure directly from the PDF plan, count fixtures and fittings automatically, and generate a bill of quantities in minutes. It’s rated 4.8/5 on Capterra by plumbing contractors across Australia and NZ.

What is the best plumbing estimating software in Australia?

The best plumbing estimating software is the one that fits how your business works. For Australian and NZ plumbers, Groundplan consistently rates as a top choice - 4.8/5 on Capterra from 60+ verified trade businesses, built specifically for the AU/NZ market, with local support. It handles both residential and commercial plumbing work and integrates with simPRO, Fergus and Xero.

Does Groundplan work for small plumbing businesses?

Yes - Groundplan is used by sole traders through to larger plumbing businesses across Australia and NZ. Pricing is per user, so you only pay for what you need. The 7-day free trial gives you full access to try it on a real job before you commit. No credit card required.

Is Groundplan plumbing quoting software?

Yes. Groundplan works as plumbing quoting software - measure the plan, quantities flow through to your estimate, and your quote is ready to send. Unlike job management tools that quote from template price books, Groundplan builds your quote from real plan measurements. Australian plumbers use it to quote residential and commercial jobs faster and more accurately than working from a spreadsheet.

Is there free plumbing estimating software?

There’s no professional-grade free plumbing estimating software that handles plan takeoffs properly. Most “free” options are basic spreadsheet tools. Groundplan offers a 7-day free trial - no credit card required - which gives you enough time to complete a real estimate and see exactly how much time you save.

Can I use Groundplan for residential and commercial plumbing work?

Yes. Groundplan handles both. The measurement tools, plan markup features, and quoting workflow work across residential jobs - new builds, renovations, service work - and commercial plumbing projects of any size. If you do both, it’s all in the same account.

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