👉 Learn more about How to Create and Add Estimate Items in Buildern
Create an Assembly
Assemblies are useful when working with repeated scopes of work that include materials, labor, and other costs.
Basic Information
Name – A clear name for the assembly
Group (optional) – Assign the assembly to a group
Quantity – Measurement that is then used to calculate the items added to this assembly
Unit type – Measurement unit
Status – Track progress (e.g., Incomplete)
Description – Additional details about the work included
Add Cost Lines
Assemblies are built using cost lines, which represent the individual items inside the assembly.
To add cost lines:
Click Add Item in the Cost Lines section
Select the item type (Material, Labor, Equipment, etc.)
Configure each item as needed
You can also click Add new line and a new row will appear in the table.
💡 Tip - You can type directly into the row without opening a separate window, making it faster to add multiple items.
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Use Measurements
You can assign measurements to cost lines for more accurate quantity calculations.
To use measurements:
Click the Measurements icon
Select an existing measurement or choose:
Add manual measurement
Add in Takeoff
Configure Columns
You can customize which columns are visible in the cost lines table.
Click the Columns icon (right side of the table)
Select or deselect the fields you want to display
Inline Editing
You can edit cost lines directly in the table
Click on any field (e.g., Name, Quantity, Unit cost) to update it
Next Step: Creating a Proposal
Once your estimate is completed, you can convert it into a client proposal directly in Buildern.
👉 Learn more about How to Create a New Proposal in Buildern
This feature is designed to give you more control and flexibility in your projects.
Happy Building!