Learn AskThePlans
Short videos and written summaries for every core feature. Follow them in order to go from signup to fully set up, or jump directly to the feature you need.
What is AskThePlans?
AskThePlans is a construction project assistant. Upload your plans, drawings, and approvals — then ask questions in plain English and get answers sourced directly from your documents. No more hunting through hundreds of PDF pages. Your whole team works from the same files, in one place.
Ask anything
Plain-English questions answered from your actual project documents.
One place for all files
Plans, specs, permits, certificates — uploaded once, accessible to the whole team.
Built for your team
Invite your builder, architect, certifier, or client — everyone stays aligned.
Getting Started
Log in for the first time, create your first project, and get oriented.
Asking Your First Question
Ask a plain-English question and understand the source-backed response.
Uploading Plans & Documents
Upload your project files so the AI can read and answer questions about them.
Inviting Your Team
Add your builder, architect, certifier, or client to the project.
Channels & Communication
Set up channels for your team and see how they feed context to the AI.
Tasks & Milestones
Track work items and project milestones with clear status and ownership.
Build Shield
Run automated compliance checks and track inspection progress.
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