Symbol Magic Pro is professional takeoff and quantity surveying software for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection and structural contractors. Upload PDF drawings, count symbols, measure cable and pipe runs, produce priced bills of quantities and export polished reports — typically 70% faster than manual takeoff. Trusted by over 900 quantity surveyors, estimators and contractors across the UK, Ireland, Europe, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
Count electrical sockets, fire alarm devices, sprinkler heads, plumbing fixtures, HVAC diffusers and any other multi‑trade symbol on PDF drawings. The built‑in catalogue includes 900+ pre‑built components across 7 trades, with AI symbol detection and a paste‑legend tool that extracts symbols straight from your drawing legend.
Calibrate the drawing scale once, then draw polylines for cable routes, pipe runs and ductwork, or polygons for areas like flooring, painting and ceilings. Every measurement is stored with units, drawing reference and revision history.
Roll measurements straight into priced bills of quantities (NRM2 / SMM7 / POMI compliant), produce tender summaries with cover sheets, manage provisional sums and dayworks, and price variations and value engineering exercises.
Designed by working contractors and quantity surveyors. Whether you're producing a tender bill, an interim valuation, a final account or a snagging report, Symbol Magic Pro gives you the tools you need without the bloat of legacy estimating suites.