I always do takeoffs weather a print is available or not. I look at what is required per opening, ie home run length, breaker brand and type, box to box length, boxes, outlets, switches etc. I also figure any ceiling opening not in a basement, attic or crawl as a ceiling fan. I spec basic recess and provide cut sheets for those recess with the proposal package.
I NEVER include dimmers unless they are spec'd in plans as they can range in price from 10 to 280 a device.
Ok not always but especially for new contractors.
