Invoicing apps are essential for small businesses, freelancers and established businesses to reduce time spent on invoicing, increase efficiency, and also help save thousands of dollars each year. Just by the sense of using a project management system, software and apps reduce errors and automate your company’s workflow. Here are the 8 best contractor estimating software for Mac solutions you should explore.
Square Takeoff
Square Takeoff is a user-friendly online software solution that can manage your commercial and residential projects. With Square Takeoff’s automated features, it only takes a few seconds to perform calculations and estimates.
What operating systems are supported? iOS, Android, Cloud/Saas/Web
Price – Takeoff/Estimating ($387 per quarter, $1000 for the first year), Years 2+ ($399 per year)
Features/capabilities – Accounting, HVAC Estimating, Takeoff, Project Management, Electrical Estimating, Historical Database, Audit Trail, Elevation Checking, Electronic Plans, Slope Routines, Error Checking
Number of users included – Plans include pricing for 1 user.
Types of support available – Complete a customer contact form for support via email. Other support options include phone and mail.
Integrations – Integrations include Buildertrend, Google Maps and more.
Construction Cost Estimator
Construction Cost Estimator is a small business estimating software for Mac that’s designed for service companies. Cost Estimator is known for its simple design and user-friendly features.
What operating systems are supported? Mac, iOS
Price – One-time app purchase ($39.99 plus in-app purchases available)
Features/capabilities – Building Product Database, Project Management, Branded/Customized PDF Reports, Mobile Access to Craftsman Costbooks, On-the-Go Estimates
Number of users included – One user per app purchase.
Types of support available – Complete a customer contact form for support via email. Other support options include phone and mail.
Integrations – None
Housecall Pro
Housecall Pro is a time-saving software solution that’s trusted by more than 15,000 companies. Service professionals use Housecall Pro for estimates, scheduling, dispatching, and many other day-to-day operations. Depending on your workload, you can save as much as 10 hours each week by using Housecall Pro software.
What operating systems are supported? Mobile app for iOS and Android.
Price – Start ($49 per month for annual plan / $65 per month for monthly plan), Grow ($109 per month for annual plan / $149 per month for monthly plan), Manage ($199 per month for annual plan / $229 per month for monthly plan), XL (custom pricing based on your business needs), 14-day free trial available
Features/capabilities – Billing/Invoicing, Service History Tracking, Routing, Field Payment Collection, Contact Database, Dispatch Management, Online Time Clock, Quotes/Estimates
Number of users included – Start (1 user), Grow (1 – 5 users), Manage (1 – 9 users), XL (1 – 100 users)
Types of support available – The customer support team is available via email, online chat and phone.
Integrations – Integrates with MailChimp, Stripe, Zapier, Google Calendar, QuickBooks Online, SendGrid and more.
Buildertrend
Specialty contractors, general contractors, and homebuilders typically use the software Buildertrend to manage their projects. Using this software can eliminate miscommunication and reduce project delays with other team members.
What operating systems are supported? iOS Mobile, Cloud/Saas/Web, Android Mobile
Price – Core – $299 per month, Pro – $499 per month, Premium – Custom Pricing (Month-to-month pricing and no contracts)
Features/capabilities – Pre-Sales Process, Financial Tools, Customer Management, Project Management, Subcontractor Management, Change Orders, Budget Tracking, Estimating, Job Costing
Number of users included – Plans include unlimited users and projects.
Types of support available – Contact customer support via telephone Monday through Friday during business hours. Tech support is available by email.
Integrations – Integrates with Rocket Loans, BuilderTrend Payment Procession, Silver Stone Group O Hub, QuickBooks, Xero, Clear Estimates, Dropbox, Google Calendar, Excel and more.
Esticom
Esticom software is designed to meet the needs of mechanical, plumbing, low-voltage and electrical contractors. This cloud-based solution can streamline and automate estimations.
What operating systems are supported? Cloud/Saas/Web
Price – Annual Billing – $1,299 per estimator per year, Monthly Billing – $139 per estimator per year (requires a 12-month commitment), 14-day Free Trial includes pre-sales support, bid management, digital takeoff and integrated estimating
Features/capabilities – Assembly Takeoff, Electronic Plans, Accounting Integration, Customizable Templates, HVAC Estimating, Audit Trail, Historical Database, What-if Analysis
Number of users included – Esticom plans are priced per estimator.
Types of support available – Customer support team is available via email or phone.
Integrations – Integrates with Google Drive, Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive, Box, Procore, Tigerpaw, Gmail and more.
CoConstruct
CoConstruct is an all-in-one software solution for remodelers and home builders. Use this software to manage your workflow and estimate construction costs.
What operating systems are supported? iOS, Android, Mac, Cloud/Saas/Web
Price – Core ($199 per month), Standard ($249 per month), PLUS ($299 per month)
Features/capabilities – Single-Entry Estimating, Track Expenses/Change Orders, Manage/Track Leads, Manage Time Sheets, Branding/Marketing, File Sharing, Invoicing
Number of users included – Unlimited users for each plan.
Types of support available – Customer support options are email, phone and an online help center.
Integrations – Integrates with Microsoft Excel, Dropbox, QuickBooks Online, Google Calendar, Xero, Microsoft Outlook, QuickBooks and more.
Corecon
Corecon is designed for custom home builders, commercial general contractors, developers, commercial subcontractors, and engineering firms. This cloud-based software equips you with the resources to handle every phase of a construction project.
What operating systems are supported? iOS, Android, Cloud/SaaS/Web
Price – You must request a demo for custom pricing information.
Features/capabilities – Account Integration, Incident Reporting, Change Orders, Budget Tracking, Mobile Access, RFI/Submittals, Customizable Templates
Number of users included – Corporate plans and individual employee licenses are available with each custom plan.
Types of support available – Technical support is available via phone and email. Complete an online form to request a demo.
Integrations – Integrates with QuickBooks, Xero, SAP Business One and Sage 50.
STACK
STACK is designed to meet the needs of subcontractors and general contractors. This cloud-based software can promote stakeholder collaboration and eliminate contract bid errors.
What operating systems are supported? Cloud/Saas/Web, Mac, Windows
Price – Free ($0 per user per year), Plus ($999 per user per year), Pro ($1799 per user per year)
Features/capabilities – Pre-built Materials Database, Database Import, Reports, Takeoff, Estimating, Measurements, Exporting, Real-Time Collaboration
Number of users included – STACK plans are priced per user.
Types of support available – Customer support team is available via phone and email.
Integrations – Integrates with Excel, SmartInsight, SmartBid, PipelineSuite, Dodge Data & Analytics, Barryhund, Panthera Global Technology, Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive and more.
Author Bio: Cecilia is a content strategist at Housecall Pro. When not writing about software that is changing the world, she enjoys checking out hip restaurants and new breweries in the San Diego area.
