Construction Estimating Software vs Spreadsheets

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If you ask around, you’ll find that about 50% of all contractors rely on spreadsheets rather than construction estimating software to create their quotes. That percentage is fairly uniform whether you’re talking to landscapers or roofing contractors or other service providers. Spreadsheets are certainly a time-saving improvement over calculating every estimate from scratch, but once a contractor makes the switch from a spreadsheet to a construction estimating program, they can immediately begin to realize some of the advantages of their new method.

With spreadsheets, entering data remains tedious and prone to error. Formula errors are common, and collaboration and information sharing are limited. When a business introduces construction estimating software to the bid process, they often find it provides an advantage almost immediately by allowing them to:

Produce faster bids: The goal of contractor bid software is to allow you to produce an estimate quickly, within a few days of visiting the site, or even right on the spot. Getting your bid in front of the customer quickly provides a measurable advantage, as a customer may be ready to sign a bid right away, and may even be swayed by the ability to schedule on the spot.
Develop more accurate bids: One of the biggest keys to operating a successful contracting business is the ability to create accurate bids. Many contractors have at least a slight tendency to underbid or overbid, both of which are problematic for different reasons. Contractor bid software helps you make sure you are operating from a detailed, current material list, and accommodating all aspects of the job.
Create more professional looking bids: Improve your company’s image by easily producing standard, detailed quotes, including photos of the customer’s existing site and proposed products. Customers can even sign on a tablet. A professional looking bid allows you to make the right first impression.

The JobFLEX mobile app helps contractors save time generating quotes, maintain accuracy, and create more polished, professional looking estimates that close more sales. As a result, contractors can generate higher quote volumes in less time, sell more work, and add over 50% to their annual profits. How much more money could your business make in a year with more time to sell jobs and higher closing rates?

If you’re interested in trying out contractor estimating software for your business, request a free demo today to see JobFLEX in action. Before you know it, you can be experiencing first-hand the benefits construction estimating software can have on your bottom line.

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