Contractor Estimate Software
Professional estimates.
Built by AI. Sent in minutes.
BuildOrder generates detailed, professional contractor estimates instantly — line items, labor, materials, and markup automatically calculated. No templates, no spreadsheets, no guessing.
Everything your estimates need
AI-Generated Line Items
Describe the job and BuildOrder writes the full estimate — scope, line items, and pricing — in seconds.
Rate Library
Save your labor rates and markups once. Every estimate uses your numbers automatically.
Expiry Tracking
See which estimates are expiring this week so you can follow up before you lose the job.
Convert to Proposal or Invoice
One click turns an estimate into a signed proposal or invoice — client info pre-filled automatically.
Photo Reports
Attach job site photos to any project. Export a print-ready PDF report for documentation.
eSign & Get Paid
Send a secure signing link. Client signs on their phone. Stripe payment collected in the same flow.
Common questions
Is it really free?
Yes. The Free plan includes estimates, proposals, invoices, and contracts at no cost. Pro unlocks advanced features, analytics, and priority AI for $19/month.
What trades does BuildOrder work for?
General contractors, roofers, remodelers, painters, electricians, plumbers, HVAC — any trade that writes estimates and sends documents to clients.
Can I use my own pricing?
Yes. The Rate Library stores your labor rate and markup percentage. All AI-generated estimates automatically apply your numbers.
How long does it take to create an estimate?
Most contractors generate a complete estimate in under 3 minutes — fill in the job details, click generate, review, and send.
Start estimating in minutes
No credit card required. Free plan includes unlimited estimates.
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