SureCount review
A focused electrical takeoff tool with pathway measurement, revision overlays, and IntelliBid handoff.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
SureCount is Conest Software Systems’ digital takeoff software for electrical, low-voltage, datacom, and solar contractors. It is aimed at estimators who need to count drawing symbols, measure cable or conduit pathways, and move takeoff work into electrical estimating. Its feature set is concentrated on construction drawings rather than a broad set of estimating workflows, making it most relevant to teams whose work aligns with those trades and IntelliBid.
The takeoff workflow covers both manual and automatic symbol counting, including simultaneous counting of different symbol types. Estimators can measure pathways and branch and feeder runs, as well as elbows, boxes, rises, and drops, using point-and-click tools. Separate drawing areas keep counts and measurements distinct. For projects with drawing revisions, an overlay comparison highlights additions and deletions. Completed takeoffs can be sent directly to IntelliBid with drawings and phases synchronized, where material and labor can be assigned during takeoff. That handoff is a notable fit for teams already working in IntelliBid; buyers relying on a different estimating system should weigh the more limited integration fit.
SureCount is offered as a local PC or network installation, or hosted through Conest’s CE Cloud. The specified local installation is for Windows, while hosted access is not described as a mobile app. The vendor directs prospective customers to request a demo and pricing, so evaluation follows a sales-led route rather than a published self-serve plan structure. Support channels include email, phone, documentation, and tickets; support is not listed as 24/7. Electrical contractors seeking drawing takeoff and IntelliBid synchronization should consider it, while teams needing a broad integration ecosystem, mobile workflow, or around-the-clock support may prefer to compare alternatives.
SureCount pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Counts symbol types manually or automatically, including simultaneously
- Measures pathways, branch and feeder runs, fittings, boxes, rises, and drops
- Compares drawing revisions and sends takeoffs directly to IntelliBid
- Where it doesn't
- Direct takeoff synchronization is centered on IntelliBid
- Local installation is specified for Windows
- Product details and pricing are handled through a demo and sales request
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