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units-takeoff.md

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 ---
 # Unit Takeoff
 
-[[pdi-conest-project-setup#Create Unit Matrix|Create Unit Matrix]]
-[[accubid-setup#Create Unit Typicals|Create Unit Typicals]]
+> [!info]
+> See [[multi-family-dwellings]].
+
+[[pdi-building-types]]
+
+## Prerequisites
 
 > [!important]
 > Complete [[pre-takeoff-research]],
 > including [[wiring-method-selection]] and [[wiring-device-research]],
 > before beginning takeoff.
 
-> [!info]
-> See [[multi-family-dwellings]].
+1. [[pdi-conest-project-setup#Create Unit Matrix|Create Unit Matrix]]
+2. [[accubid-setup#Create Unit Typicals|Create Unit Typicals]]
 
-[[pdi-building-types]]
+## Takeoff
 
 > [!tip] Preparing for Unit Takeoff
 > Units generally have very little variation.
 > It is usually best to copy-paste takeoffs
 > rather than re-build them for each unit.
 
-1. Kitchen and Bath
-2. General assemblies
-3. Low Voltage
-4. Lighting Fixtures
-5. Lighting Control
+3. Kitchen and Bath
+4. General assemblies
+5. Low Voltage
+6. Lighting Fixtures
+7. Lighting Control
 
 > [!tip]
 > It may be more efficient and neat to not copy switches,
@@ -42,7 +46,9 @@ dg-publish: true
 > and creating them new for each unit,
 > since the types required can vary greatly between units.
 
-## Load Centers
+### Load Centers
+
+* `System` = "EL - Electrical"
 
 | Rating  | Assembly                                                                           |
 | ------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
@@ -51,17 +57,17 @@ dg-publish: true
 
 Include terminations per [[switchgear]].
 
-## Fixtures
+### Fixtures
 
 [[fixtures-takeoff]]
 
-## Shade Control
+### Shade Control
 
-## VTAC Units
+### VTAC Units
 
 Used in lieu of individual split systems.
 
-## Dedicated Circuit Receptacles
+### Dedicated Circuit Receptacles
 
 > [!quote] Joel Jansen 2025-11-11, pp.
 >
@@ -76,7 +82,7 @@ Used in lieu of individual split systems.
 > match the receptacle configuration shown on the plans
 > (i.e. simplex to simplex, duplex to duplex).
 
-## Air Sealing
+### Air Sealing
 
 * LEED Silver
 * Mid-Atlantic jobs
@@ -86,28 +92,28 @@ Used in lieu of individual split systems.
 
 `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`UNITS - MC CABLE ASSEMBLIES`/`GENERAL  ASSEMBLIES - METAL STUD`/`UNIT MISC ITEMS - MC - ADJUST ACCORDINGLY`
 
-## Dishwasher/Disposal Receptacles
+### Dishwasher/Disposal Receptacles
 
 > [!quote] Joel Jansen 2026-01-12 in Reference to Woodbrook (pp.)[^1]
 > Even when drawings show 2 separate duplex receptacles,
 > use `DW & DISPOSAL DUAL CIR - ...`,
 > which includes only one receptacle.
 
-[^1]: [[2026-01-12#Unit Diskwasher/Disposal]]
+[^1]: [[2026-01-12#Unit Dishwasher/Disposal]]
 
-## Islands
+### Islands
 
-Use 1 `SLAB / DECK` receptacle for every 2 circuits in the island.
+Use (1) `SLAB / DECK` receptacle for every 2 circuits in the island.
 
 `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`UNITS - MC CABLE ASSEMBLIES`/`... RECEPTACLE TAMPER RESISTANT ...`/`... (METAL STUD) - 20' 3/4" PVC, ENT, 3#12 THHN`
 
 Use standard MC assemblies for remaining devices.
 
-## Bidet Toilets, Whirlpool Baths, etc.
+### Bidet Toilets, Whirlpool Baths, etc.
 
 `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`MECHANICAL CONNECTIONS (UP TO 100A)`/`PVC - LT NM FLEX (CARFLEX)`/`20A 1PH MECH CONN (100') 3/4" PVC 3#12 - CARFLEX`
 
-## "High-Lows"
+### "High-Lows"
 
 Empty in-wall pass through
 from credenza location to behind television location.
@@ -115,27 +121,28 @@ from credenza location to behind television location.
 `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`TELECOM SYSTEMS`/`UNIT DATA  - TELECOM`/`HIGH-LOW - TV SCOOP 1 1/2" ENT - NO CABLE`
 
 > ![Eaton 35M2W|250x250](https://www.eaton.com/mdmfiles/PDM19433863/35M2W_C/500x500_72dpi)
-> Eaton 35M2W
+> 
+> _Eaton 35M2W_
 
-## Telecom Homeruns
+### Telecom Homeruns
 
-### Residential
+#### Residential
 
 Included in MSDE.
 
-### Key
+#### Key
 
 `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`TELECOM SYSTEMS`/`BOH AMENITY ASSEMBLIES`/...
 
 Adjust cable length as needed.
 
-## Fire Alarm Devices
+### Fire Alarm Devices
 
-### Residential
+#### Residential
 
 * `System` = "EL - Electrical"
 
-#### Smoke Detectors & CO Detectors
+##### Smoke Detectors & CO Detectors
 
 For smoke detectors and CO detectors where 120V (most common):
 
@@ -145,11 +152,11 @@ For ADA units:
 
 `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`UNITS - MC CABLE ASSEMBLIES`/`GENERAL  ASSEMBLIES - METAL STUD`/`UNIT SMOKE DETECTOR / VISUAL SIGNAL ...`
 
-#### Additional Signaling Devices
+##### Additional Signaling Devices
 
 `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`FIRE ALARM & DAS SYSTEMS`/`INDICATING DEVICES WITH WIRE - ...`/`UNIT HORN/STROBE - ...`
 
-### Key
+#### Key
 
 * `System` = "FA - Fire Alarm"