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Makers and sellers of construction cost estimation software.
Construction Cost Estimate & Management Software
Integrate All Operations from Purchasing to HR in One Manageable System. Save Time, Reduce Costs & Discover Hidden Profits. Contact Us To Learn More!
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Timberline Construction Estimating
Create Quick, Accurate Estimates Backed By Material, Cost and Labor. Sage Timberline Can Meet All Your Construction Software Needs. Learn More!
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Construction Estimating Software Directory
Compare construction estimating software using Capterra's free, comprehensive directory.
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Electrical Construction Cost Estimation Software
Complete electrical construction cost estimation software. Over 11,200 customers since 1993. Free Demo now available!
Free Demo | Video Tour | Screenshots
VisionInfoSoft.com/Electrical-Estimating Save Rate
Estimating Software
Specializing in construction estimating software for general, electrical, mechanical and specialty contractors. Free Trial CD available.
www.proest.com Save Rate
Contractor Estimate Tools
Estimating & Takeoff Software for Contractors. Free 14 Day Trial!
PlanSwift.com
Contractor Business Software
Discover the contractor software that will manage and track your job requests, estimates, customers, schedules, and invoices. Watch online video.
Free Demo | Product Features | Special Promotion
wwww.hrtraininguniversity.com/onlinetoolbox Save Rate
Accubid Estimating
Electrical Estimating, Project and Service Management Software
www.accubid.com
Contractor Bid Software
Easy to Use Bidding and Estimating Software for Builders & Contractors
www.DigitalCanal.com
Planning Tool Software
Designed for Creative Firms first Easy-to-Use web-based Project Mgmt.
www.Workamajig.com
Construction Software
Estimating, Scheduling, Contracts, Specs & QuickBooks Integration.
www.udatechnologies.com
Precise Dirt Takeoffs
AGTEK based excavation analysis and GPS Digital Terrain Models.
www.sitetechsolutions.com
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6x6Builder.com Construction Estimating System
Construction management system with online construction estimating and job management tools for any contractor to run their business.
www.6x6builder.com(Paid)
Construction Estimating Software Directory
Compare construction estimating software using Capterra's free, comprehensive directory.
Capterra.com (Paid)
Construction Cost Estimate & Management Software
Integrate All Operations from Purchasing to HR in One Manageable System. Save Time, Reduce Costs & Discover Hidden Profits. Contact Us To Learn More!
Contact Us | Learn More | Case Studies | About Us
www.DexterChaney.com (Paid)
Contractor Business Software
Discover the contractor software that will manage and track your job requests, estimates, customers, schedules, and invoices. Watch online video.
Free Demo | Product Features | Special Promotion
wwww.hrtraininguniversity.com/onlinetoolbox (Paid)
Estimating Software
Specializing in construction estimating software for general, electrical, mechanical and specialty contractors. Free Trial CD available.
www.proest.com (Paid)
Timberline Construction Estimating
Create Quick, Accurate Estimates Backed By Material, Cost and Labor. Sage Timberline Can Meet All Your Construction Software Needs. Learn More!
Get Info | See Demo | Free Webcast | E-News
www.SageTimberline.com (Paid)
Electrical Construction Cost Estimation Software
Complete electrical construction cost estimation software. Over 11,200 customers since 1993. Free Demo now available!
Free Demo | Video Tour | Screenshots
VisionInfoSoft.com/Electrical-Estimating (Paid)
Contractor Estimate Tools
Estimating & Takeoff Software for Contractors. Free 14 Day Trial!
PlanSwift.com
Accubid Estimating
Electrical Estimating, Project and Service Management Software
www.accubid.com
Contractor Bid Software
Easy to Use Bidding and Estimating Software for Builders & Contractors
www.DigitalCanal.com

Guide to Construction Cost Estimation Software

Material costs are on the rise...is your construction estimation up to par?


Today’s construction companies are running on tight deadlines and even tighter budgets. Any project manager will tell you that one of the top three complaints from the client is a project going over budget or that the estimate given to them did not include some features they wanted for their project. That does not have to be the case anymore. Many construction estimation software vendors out there will provide a solution so you finish the project within the budget.

Cost estimation software doesn't have to be expensive, nor does a higher price mean a better product. More expensive options tend to feature more bells and whistles; many of them you may not need. When selecting construction cost estimating software, there are some important factors to keep in mind:

1. What features are included and is it customizable to help you keep down construction costs specific to your location and specialty?

2. Does a professional need to install the software and will it work well with your existing computer systems?

3. Is it easy to use and is there a manual or a help desk to assist if you need help?


Action Steps

The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Is there construction cost estimation software available tailored to a specific industry? Whether your company specializes in retail, manufacturing or home building, there is cost estimation software to meet your needs.

I recommend:  Turtle Creek Software offers a construction estimation software called Goldenseal. This reasonably priced solution offers a basic version that is perfect for small-scale construction businesses. This construction estimate software offers features to assist with cost estimation, scheduling, contracts and more. A free demo is available for download as well. They also offer a complete version available for purchase as licenses for more than one user that features payroll and accounting options, inventory tracking and property management capabilities as well as the features offered in the basic version.

Do you need to have a college degree in computers to get construction estimate software? The answer is no. There is a lot of construction cost estimating software that will run on your existing PC. There may be some minimum requirements such as operating system, processor speed and amount of memory.

I recommend:  It is wise to do a comparison of different cost estimating software to give you an idea of what is out there that will fit with your existing computer system. Top Ten Reviews offers comparison and ratings for 10 of the industry’s most popular construction cost estimation software as well as links to the different manufacturers.

What happens if you have trouble with the product later on and can't figure it out? Most companies at the very least offer a help desk and/or instruction manual that will offer FAQ's as well as Troubleshooting options.

I recommend:  Corecon not only offers all of the above, but they offer training classes either in-house on at your location, instruction videos, free help desk support and training webinars. They also offer online support, email options as well as telephone support. A user is able to download a free 30-day trial of their construction cost estimator software.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
  • Be proactive and don't wait until you have some unhappy clients and over budget projects before looking into getting a solution for construction estimation. The upfront costs at the beginning will be worth the amount of time and money you save in the long run.

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By M. Krasniak
Material costs are on the rise...is your construction estimation up to par?.
Today’s construction companies are running on tight deadlines and even tighter budgets. Any project manager will tell you that one of the top three complaints from the client is a project going over budget or that the estimate given to them ... Read more


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