AI-Powered EstimationThe Future of Construction Estimation
Build detailed, professional estimates faster with AI-assisted tools designed for contractors. Import takeoffs, organize costs, and generate proposals — all in one platform.
Core Estimation Features
Everything you need to create accurate estimates efficiently
Document Import
Import takeoffs and project data from Excel, PDF, and other common formats to jumpstart your estimates
- PDF & Excel import
- Structured data extraction
- Multi-format support
- Faster data entry
Upload your existing takeoffs, specs, and project documents. Our system parses and organizes the data so you can build estimates faster.
Cost Database
Build estimates with material, labor, and equipment costs organized by trade and project type
- Organized cost library
- Trade-specific pricing
- Custom rate cards
- Consistent pricing
Maintain your own cost database with material prices, labor rates, and equipment costs. Apply them consistently across every estimate.
Material & Line Item Management
Organize materials, quantities, and line items with built-in waste factors and unit conversions
- Waste factor support
- Unit conversions
- Reusable line items
- Quantity tracking
Build detailed material lists with accurate quantities. Apply waste factors and organize line items for clean, professional estimates.
Labor Rate Management
Set up labor rates by trade, skill level, and project type for consistent estimate pricing
- Trade-specific rates
- Burdened rate support
- Crew size templates
- Rate versioning
Configure labor rates that reflect your actual costs — base pay, burden, and overhead — so every estimate is priced right.
AI-Assisted Estimates
AI helps you build detailed estimates faster by suggesting line items and organizing project data
- Faster estimate creation
- Line item suggestions
- Scope organization
- Structured output
Use AI to help structure your estimates, suggest common line items for your trade, and catch gaps in your scope.
Markup & Margin Tools
Apply consistent markup and margin across estimates to protect your profitability
- Markup calculations
- Margin tracking
- Per-category markup
- Profit visibility
Set your target margins and apply markup consistently across materials, labor, and subcontractor costs.
AI in Action Across Industries
Built for the way contractors actually work across different project types
Residential Construction
Build detailed estimates for new homes, additions, and remodels with trade-specific line items
Commercial Projects
Handle complex commercial bids with organized cost breakdowns across multiple trades
Renovation Projects
Estimate renovation work with flexible line items for demolition, materials, and labor
Specialty Trades
Trade-specific workflows for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, concrete, and more
Technical Excellence
Built on modern infrastructure for a fast, reliable experience
Document Support
- PDF, Excel, Word, and CSV import
- Structured data extraction from takeoffs
- Copy-paste from any spreadsheet
- Export to PDF and Excel
AI Capabilities
- AI-assisted line item suggestions
- Scope organization and structuring
- Natural language estimate input
- Powered by modern LLMs
Platform
- Web-based — works on any device
- Handles projects of any size
- Secure cloud infrastructure
- Regular updates and improvements
How AI Estimation Works
A simple three-step process that delivers powerful results
Upload Documents
Upload your takeoffs, specs, or existing estimates in PDF, Excel, or other common formats.
AI Analysis
AI helps organize your data, suggest line items, and structure your estimate with material, labor, and equipment costs.
Professional Estimates
Export professional, detailed estimates with material lists, labor calculations, and cost breakdowns.
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