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Measure Tools

Measure lengths, areas and perimeters from one clean workflow

Measure Tools gives builders and trades one place to handle the core quantities that shape faster quotes and cleaner takeoffs.

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  • Measure lengths, areas, and perimeters in one interface
  • Keep markups clean and easy to review
  • Move from plan to quote with less friction
Interactive demo
Proposed Unit 2 first-floor architectural plan at 1:100, used for the interactive demo
Click two points to measure a distance
0 measurements · 0.00 m100% · 1:100

Interactive example on a sample plan. The real MetreMate app does a lot more.

From problem to outcome

From rough plan to organised takeoff

Instead of bouncing between methods, Measure Tools keeps your main measurement workflow in one place so you can work through plans faster and with fewer loose ends.

Step 1

Choose the measurement type

Switch between length, area, and perimeter work without changing apps or reinventing the workflow.

Step 2

Trace what matters

Measure runs, room areas, and boundaries directly on the PDF plan.

Step 3

Review cleaner quantities

Keep the resulting markups easy to check before they become quote line items.

Key capabilities

What you can do with Measure Tools

Perimeter checks

Capture boundaries and edge lengths without bouncing to separate workflows.

Best for Edging, skirting, and external runs

Cleaner visual markups

Keep the work readable so it is easier to review, share, and trust later.

Best for Team and client review

Single measurement interface

Handle the core takeoff tasks from one familiar part of the app.

Best for Fast quoting sessions

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Measuring a printed construction plan by hand with a pencilA printed floor plan measured with a tape measure and pencilBoxes crammed with rolled-up paper plans

The old way

Too many manual workarounds slow the quote down

When the measurement workflow feels fragmented, you spend too much time translating plan information into something usable. That usually means slower takeoffs, messy markups, and more room for little mistakes.

  • Printing plans wastes time and money
  • Messy digital markups are harder to review later
  • Rechecking quantities chips away at quoting time

Why it’s better with MetreMate

One cleaner workflow for the quantities you need most

Measure Tools helps you work through core takeoff tasks faster while keeping the output easier to review and use in real quoting work.

  • Measure more from one interface
  • Reduce friction between different quantity types
  • Keep markups clearer as projects grow
  • Move faster from plan review to pricing
  • Work with better confidence before submitting the quote

Testimonial / proof

“Been using MetreMate for a few months now, and I'm wondering how I ever managed without it. The accuracy is spot-on, and helps me and my tradies. I'm able to quote quicker and more accurately. Absolute lifesaver for every builder.”

Mina E. · Builder · Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Built for who

Built for the people doing the work

See how Measure Tools fits the way your trade already works.

Builders

Built for

Builders

The problem

Need fast core measurements without jumping between clunky methods.

What you get

Faster quoting and cleaner handover into pricing.

How you'd use it: Use Measure Tools to handle wall runs, room areas, and boundaries in one flow.

“Been using MetreMate for a few months now, and I'm wondering how I ever managed without it. The accuracy is spot-on, and helps me and my tradies. I'm able to quote quicker and more accurately. Absolute lifesaver for every builder.”
Mina E., Builder, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Workflows for builders

Across the trades

How trades use Measure Tools

Measure Tools earns its keep right across the trades. Here is how different crews put it to work on real jobs.

Steel contractors

Measure beam, column and lintel lengths off the structural set, ready to work out the steel weights.

Workflows for steel contractors

Plumbers

Measure pipe and drain runs point to point and trace wet-area floors without switching tools.

Workflows for plumbers

Heating & air conditioning engineers

Measure rough duct runs from the unit to each outlet and trace room areas for sizing.

Workflows for heating & air conditioning engineers

Joiners

Measure linear metres of cabinetry and trace panel and worktop areas off the same plan.

Workflows for joiners

Landscapers

Get turf areas, garden edging and path lengths off the same site plan.

Workflows for landscapers

Painters & Decorators

Take room perimeters and ceiling areas off the plan to price paint and labour room by room.

Workflows for painters & decorators

Glaziers

Measure balustrade runs and shower screen widths, and trace glazed areas for the glass order.

Workflows for glaziers

Renovators

Measure the rooms and runs you are touching on an existing plan before pricing trades and materials.

Workflows for renovators
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Related features

Keep learning

Guides that pair with Measure Tools

Put it into practice with step-by-step how-tos from the MetreMate team.

Guide

How to Measure Floorplans the Smart Way in 2024

Ditch the printouts and scaled rulers. Upload your floorplan, auto-scale it, and measure in a few clicks.

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Guide

Snapping vs freehand: how to measure faster with confidence

Should you use snapping or freehand measurement? Here is when each approach makes sense and how to get the best results.

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Tips

5 common plan measurement mistakes that blow out quotes

These five mistakes cost trades thousands on every job. Learn how to avoid them with digital measurements.

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Feature FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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Step-by-step guide: using Measure

Start measuring now

No credit card to start. Built for builders and trades.

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