New estimators sometimes wonder “How do I read blueprints efficiently?”
Here are some resources that can help you understand the art of reading blueprints like a pro:
The de-factor reference for learning how to read blueprint is and has been “Blueprint Reading: Construction Drawings for the Building Trade”. You can get it from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0071549862
Here are some awesome online resources:
https://vdci.edu/course-bundles/blueprint-reading-fundamentals/
https://www.archtoolbox.com/design-document/construction-documentation/
And if you’re a “gotta watch how it’s done” sort of person, here’s a great YouTube video: