Key Takeaways
- CyanBuild's AI reads drywall plans and partition framing automatically.
- Price with your local $40-75/hr rates — no spreadsheet.
- Typical Drywall costs: $1.50-3.00/SF/hang and finish (level 4), $2.50-5.00/LF/metal stud framing, $0.50-1.00/SF/board only.
- Visual proof per item means a defensible, reviewable estimate.
How CyanBuild handles Drywall takeoff
Drywall takeoff covers boards, framing, tape, mud, corner bead, and finishing levels across partitions and ceilings. CyanBuild detects and counts partition framing and other drywall elements from your PDF, measures areas and runs, and lets you price each line with local rates.
Drywall cost reference
| Item | Typical range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Hang and finish (Level 4) | $1.50-3.00/SF | |
| Metal stud framing | $2.50-5.00/LF | |
| Board only | $0.50-1.00/SF |
Common Drywall tasks
- Partition framing
- Board hanging
- Tape and finish
- Soffits and bulkheads
Materials CyanBuild tracks for Drywall
- Gypsum board (1/2", 5/8")
- Metal or wood studs
- Track
- Joint compound
- Tape
- Corner bead
- Screws
Drywall takeoff: manual vs CyanBuild
| Capability | Manual takeoff | CyanBuild AI |
|---|---|---|
| Partition framing | Count/measure by hand | Detected and counted |
| Pricing with your rates | Spreadsheet | Built in |
| Cross-trade rollup | Separate files | One estimate |
| Audit trail | Paper or PDF | Visual proof per item |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does CyanBuild handle Drywall takeoff?
Upload your Drywall plans as PDF. CyanBuild's AI detects and counts partition framing and other drywall elements, measures areas and runs, and hands you a reviewable takeoff you can price with your local $40-75/hr rates.
What does Drywall work cost?
Typical Drywall ranges: $1.50-3.00/SF for hang and finish (level 4); $2.50-5.00/LF for metal stud framing; $0.50-1.00/SF for board only. Labor runs about $40-75/hr (hangers/finishers).
What materials are included in a Drywall takeoff?
Common Drywall materials: Gypsum board (1/2", 5/8"), Metal or wood studs, Track, Joint compound, Tape, Corner bead, Screws.
Can CyanBuild estimate Drywall labor and materials separately?
Yes. Drywall takeoff separates material quantities from labor hours so you can price each with your own rates and review the build-up line by line.
Is there Drywall-specific estimating software?
Yes — see our Drywall estimating software page for the estimating workflow, and the how-to-estimate guide for a step-by-step Drywall cost build-up.