The Countfire blog

Creating cabling and data estimates is notoriously difficult but here’s how modern estimators are speeding up the process.

Want to produce fast and accurate lighting estimates? Here are our top tips.

We’re here with an up to date guide on the latest cloud-based software being used in the construction industry.

Sustainability is a hot topic in the construction industry. Here’s how it’s shaping up for the UK:

With much of the workforce working remotely, it’s important to know which cloud-based tools are worth investing in.

Many estimations start with an Excel spreadsheet. Here’s our guide on how to keep things simple and effective.

The construction industry is using cloud-based software to make the process of tender bids faster and more accurate. Here’s a guide to takeoffs.

We often get asked if Countfire (and other takeoff software) can be used on an iPad. Here’s why we don’t recommend it and some alternatives to try.

How can you improve construction estimates? Here are three key areas to look at: