Case Study: SES achieves paperless, faster mechanical estimating and digital record-keeping with Countfire

Countfire for mechanical estimating, with SES

SES, represented by Senior Mechanical Estimator Kevin Goodchild, was relying on printed drawings and manual counting for mechanical estimates and had struggled with a competitor’s takeoff software. They needed an easier, auditable digital takeoff tool to produce clear pricing breakdowns, keep long-term records, and support remote working — which they found with Countfire (Countfire for mechanical estimating).

SES implemented Countfire across their estimating workflow, and Kevin now completes every takeoff in Countfire, eliminating the manual paper process. Countfire delivers Excel outputs, editable drawings and zoning, and a specification comparison that uncovers hidden changes; it enabled remote work, reduced paper waste, ensured uniform estimates, and provided a persistent digital record for shelved or delayed projects — all achieved using Countfire.

SES

Kevin Goodchild

Senior Mechanical Estimator