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cwicr-takeoff-helper

The CWICR Takeoff Helper streamlines quantity takeoff calculations by automating dimension-based computations, applying standard waste factors, and converting between unit systems for construction materials. Use this skill when estimating quantities for takeoff sheets, ensuring accuracy across linear, area, volume, and count measurements while automatically suggesting related work items needed for complete scope coverage.

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git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/datadrivenconstruction/DDC_Skills_for_AI_Agents_in_Construction /tmp/cwicr-takeoff-helper && cp -r /tmp/cwicr-takeoff-helper/1_DDC_Toolkit/CWICR-Database/cwicr-takeoff-helper ~/.claude/skills/cwicr-takeoff-helper
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SKILL.md

# CWICR Takeoff Helper

## Business Case

### Problem Statement
Quantity takeoff requires:
- Accurate calculations from dimensions
- Correct unit conversions
- Waste factor application
- Complete scope coverage

### Solution
Assist takeoff process with CWICR-based calculations, automatic waste factors, unit conversions, and related item suggestions.

### Business Value
- **Accuracy** - Validated calculations
- **Completeness** - Related items suggested
- **Speed** - Quick quantity calculations
- **Consistency** - Standard approaches

## Technical Implementation

```python
import pandas as pd
import numpy as np
from typing import Dict, Any, List, Optional, Tuple
from dataclasses import dataclass
from enum import Enum
import math


class TakeoffType(Enum):
    """Types of takeoff calculations."""
    LINEAR = "linear"        # Length
    AREA = "area"            # Square measure
    VOLUME = "volume"        # Cubic measure
    COUNT = "count"          # Each/number
    WEIGHT = "weight"        # By weight


class UnitSystem(Enum):
    """Unit systems."""
    METRIC = "metric"
    IMPERIAL = "imperial"


@dataclass
class TakeoffItem:
    """Single takeoff item."""
    work_item_code: str
    description: str
    takeoff_type: TakeoffType
    gross_quantity: float
    waste_factor: float
    net_quantity: float
    unit: str
    dimensions: Dict[str, float]
    calculation: str


@dataclass
class TakeoffResult:
    """Complete takeoff result."""
    items: List[TakeoffItem]
    total_items: int
    related_suggestions: List[str]


# Unit conversion factors
CONVERSIONS = {
    # Length
    ('m', 'ft'): 3.28084,
    ('ft', 'm'): 0.3048,
    ('m', 'in'): 39.3701,
    ('in', 'm'): 0.0254,

    # Area
    ('m2', 'sf'): 10.7639,
    ('sf', 'm2'): 0.0929,

    # Volume
    ('m3', 'cf'): 35.3147,
    ('cf', 'm3'): 0.0283,
    ('m3', 'cy'): 1.30795,
    ('cy', 'm3'): 0.7646,

    # Weight
    ('kg', 'lb'): 2.20462,
    ('lb', 'kg'): 0.453592,
    ('ton', 'kg'): 1000,
    ('kg', 'ton'): 0.001
}

# Standard waste factors
WASTE_FACTORS = {
    'concrete': 0.05,
    'rebar': 0.08,
    'formwork': 0.10,
    'brick': 0.10,
    'block': 0.08,
    'drywall': 0.12,
    'tile': 0.15,
    'lumber': 0.12,
    'roofing': 0.10,
    'paint': 0.10,
    'pipe': 0.05,
    'wire': 0.05,
    'duct': 0.08,
    'default': 0.05
}

# Related work items by category
RELATED_ITEMS = {
    'concrete': ['formwork', 'rebar', 'curing', 'finishing'],
    'masonry': ['mortar', 'reinforcement', 'ties', 'lintels'],
    'drywall': ['framing', 'insulation', 'taping', 'painting'],
    'roofing': ['underlayment', 'flashing', 'ventilation', 'insulation'],
    'flooring': ['underlayment', 'adhesive', 'trim', 'transitions']
}


class CWICRTakeoffHelper:
    """Assist with quantity takeoff using CWICR data."""

    def __init__(self, cwicr_data: pd.DataFrame = None):
        self.cwicr = cwicr_data
        if cwicr_data is not None:
            self._index_cwicr()

    def _index_cwicr(self):
        """Index CWICR data."""
        if 'work_item_code' in self.cwicr.columns:
            self._cwicr_index = self.cwicr.set_index('work_item_code')
        else:
            self._cwicr_index = None

    def convert_unit(self, value: float, from_unit: str, to_unit: str) -> float:
        """Convert between units."""
        if from_unit == to_unit:
            return value

        key = (from_unit.lower(), to_unit.lower())
        if key in CONVERSIONS:
            return value * CONVERSIONS[key]

        # Try reverse
        reverse_key = (to_unit.lower(), from_unit.lower())
        if reverse_key in CONVERSIONS:
            return value / CONVERSIONS[reverse_key]

        return value

    def get_waste_factor(self, work_item_code: str) -> float:
        """Get waste factor for work item."""
        code_lower = work_item_code.lower()

        for material, factor in WASTE_FACTORS.items():
            if material in code_lower:
                return factor

        return WASTE_FACTORS['default']

    def calculate_area(self,
                       length: float,
                       width: float,
                       deductions: List[Tuple[float, float]] = None) -> Dict[str, float]:
        """Calculate area with deductions."""

        gross_area = length * width

        deduction_area = 0
        if deductions:
            for d_length, d_width in deductions:
                deduction_area += d_length * d_width

        net_area = gross_area - deduction_area

        return {
            'gross_area': round(gross_area, 2),
            'deductions': round(deduction_area, 2),
            'net_area': round(net_area, 2),
            'calculation': f"{length} x {width} = {gross_area}, minus {deduction_area} deductions"
        }

    def calculate_volume(self,
                          length: float,
                          width: float,
                          depth: float) -> Dict[str, float]:
        """Calculate volume."""

        volume = length * width * depth

        return {
            'volume': round(volume, 3),
            'calculation': f"{length} x {width} x {depth} = {volume}"
        }

    def calculate_perimeter(self,
                            length: float,
                            width: float) -> Dict[str, float]:
        """Calculate perimeter."""

        perimeter = 2 * (length + width)

        return {
            'perimeter': round(perimeter, 2),
            'calculation': f"2 x ({length} + {width}) = {perimeter}"
        }

    def calculate_concrete(self,
                            length: float,
                            width: float,
                            thickness: float,
                            work_item_code: str = "CONC-001") -> TakeoffItem:
        """Calculate concrete quantity with related items."""

        volume = length * width * thickness
        waste = self.get_waste_factor(work_item_code)
        net_qty = volume * (1 + waste)

        return TakeoffItem(
            work_