Unclear Scope Letters Cause $50K+ Change Orders
GCs spend 6-10 hours per project writing scope letters for 8-15 subcontractors, often missing details that lead to change orders. Subcontractors bid based on incomplete scope, discovering missing work during construction. Scope gaps cause delays and finger-pointing. Change orders average $50K-200K per project due to unclear scope definitions.
Crystal-Clear Scope Letters in Minutes
AI system that reads construction documents, extracts trade-specific work, generates detailed scope letters including inclusions/exclusions, references plan sheets and spec sections, and produces subcontractor-ready documents--reducing 8 hours to 30 minutes and eliminating scope disputes.
Upload full construction document set (plans, specs, addenda)
AI identifies work for each trade: electrical, plumbing, HVAC, framing, etc.
Generates scope letter with: inclusions, exclusions, plan references, spec sections
Lists quantities and locations for major scope items
Includes standard GC requirements: warranties, insurance, schedule
Exports to Word for customization and subcontractor distribution
From Plans to Scope Letters
Upload Documents
Drop blueprint set and spec book PDFs. System processes architectural, MEP, structural drawings.
Extract Trade Scopes
Claude Vision reads plans and identifies work by trade. Cross-references spec divisions.
Generate Letters
AI writes scope letter for each trade with inclusions, exclusions, plan sheet references, quantities.
Review & Send
PM reviews AI-generated scopes, makes adjustments, exports to Word and sends to subs for bidding.
Key Features
Spec Cross-Reference
Links plan items to spec sections automatically. "Electrical outlets per Div 26 Section 26 27 13."
Exclusions Library
Suggests common exclusions by trade. "Electrical excludes: data/low voltage, generator, fire alarm."
Addenda Integration
Reads addenda and updates scope letters with changes. Never miss an addendum update.
Quantity Takeoff
Provides high-level quantities for major items. "Approx 1,200 SF of ceramic tile (see plans for exact)."
Scope Letter Stack
Who Benefits?
General Contractors
Eliminate scope gap change orders. Get apples-to-apples bids from subcontractors with clear scope.
Construction Managers
Provide owners with detailed trade breakdown during budget development. Avoid surprises.
Design-Build Firms
Generate scope letters during design phase for early trade contractor input and pricing.