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---
id: electrical
aliases: []
tags:
- systems/electrical
---
# Electrical
## Info
### Lighting Control
By PDI convention, [child:: [[lighting-controls]]] are generally "Electrical", not "Lighting".
## Sequence
### 1. Estimate preparation
1. Read about the project specifications and construction type
2. Locate Equipment Schedules
3. Device specs (Decora or Standard)
### 2. Takeoff
1. Takeoff all equipment that is not #12
2. Go by Drawing in chronological order
3. Takeoff Enlarged Drawings
4. Do final checklist in electrical takeoff notes
> [!tip]
> It is sometimes easier to rebuild a designation than to modify it.
> For designations with existing takeoffs, Right-Click > `Empty Designation`.
> The build process can then be completed anew.
#### Mechanical Connections
##### CU/IP
* Units Condensing Unit
* Mechanical Connection
##### Trash Chute
Horizontal:
* Check if shown on power drawings as mech connection
* If not, use 100ft length
Vertical (Riser):
* Takeoff: `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`MISC ASSEMBLIES`/`TRASH CHUTE RISER CIRCUIT...`
* Uncheck Link 'Enable Livecount'
* Takeoff in Typical
* Length = average floor to floor height
### 3. Extension (Review and Checking)
1. Count Car chargers and location