Marcella Building LLC
Ron of Marcella Building LLC hasn’t been using Buildxact for a long time, but he’s already noticing significant benefits.
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Norse Ironworks
“There really isn’t anything else in this price point that has all the functionality that Buildxact has, and that’s why we decided to go with you guys.”
DSP Contractors LLC
Los proveedores de familia hacen sacrificios grandes para poder proveer una buena vida a sus seres queridos y poder alimentarlos.
Akins Carpentry
Learn about Buildxact customer Jennie Akins and how she uses construction management software to improve her construction estimating
BlackTree LLC
Read how, John McBride, owner of BlackTree LLC, uses modern construction management software to have better control of his business
Blue Bexar Construction
Read how home builder Dustin Ballew used a digital takeoff software to save time creating accurate construction estimates.
Sabado Homes
Buildxact solved Matthew’s need for speed and accuracy from takeoffs to the bidding process. He’s fielding few phone calls and clarifying fewer details because Buildxact lays everything that needs to be bid.
Waterloo City Construction
Read about Buildxact customer Waterloo CIty Construction and how they use construction management software to produce faster takeoffs.
RYMAC Construction
This page features Buildxact customer Ryan McDonald, owner of RYMAC Construction who saves time completing accurate construction estimates.
Customer spotlight – Northwoods Construction
Learn how Buildxact customer John Beiler uses construction management software to reduce the amount time needed to create estimates.
Featured case studies
Marcella Building LLC
Ron of Marcella Building LLC hasn’t been using Buildxact for a long time, but he’s already noticing significant benefits.
Norse Ironworks
“There really isn’t anything else in this price point that has all the functionality that Buildxact has, and that’s why we decided to go with you guys.”
Dodson Construction
“I’m not an Excel person, so I never really set on that. Buildxact was just a no-brainer for me. It was exactly what I needed.”
Dahlsens grows business as it helps custom builders strengthen business practices
Dahlsens are reducing the time it takes to serve their customers, and helping builders quote 5x faster with Buildxact.
Mitre 10 integrates online pricing with builders to increase efficiency
Mitre 10 is connecting with builders using Buildxact’s dealer integration.
DSP Contractors LLC
Los proveedores de familia hacen sacrificios grandes para poder proveer una buena vida a sus seres queridos y poder alimentarlos.
Akins Carpentry
Learn about Buildxact customer Jennie Akins and how she uses construction management software to improve her construction estimating
BlackTree LLC
Read how, John McBride, owner of BlackTree LLC, uses modern construction management software to have better control of his business
Blue Bexar Construction
Read how home builder Dustin Ballew used a digital takeoff software to save time creating accurate construction estimates.
Sabado Homes
Buildxact solved Matthew’s need for speed and accuracy from takeoffs to the bidding process. He’s fielding few phone calls and clarifying fewer details because Buildxact lays everything that needs to be bid.
Waterloo City Construction
Read about Buildxact customer Waterloo CIty Construction and how they use construction management software to produce faster takeoffs.
RYMAC Construction
This page features Buildxact customer Ryan McDonald, owner of RYMAC Construction who saves time completing accurate construction estimates.
Customer spotlight – Northwoods Construction
Learn how Buildxact customer John Beiler uses construction management software to reduce the amount time needed to create estimates.
Featured blogs
Break through customer remodeling fears
Movies and television shows poke fun at renovation projects gone wrong, but when your business is on the line, it’s no laughing matter.
In this video, award-winning architect and builder David Pollard offers ways to reframe the negative thoughts customers can have about remodeling. By better understanding your market and your customer needs, you can manage your customers
Learn how new construction materials impact today’s custom home projects
Demand for new construction materials that are sustainable is up. Grow your business with online material pricing tools.
Custom home builders earn homeowner trust with estimating templates
Builders can grow homeowner trust using estimating templates and multifunctional custom home building software.
Understanding construction risk management
With greater focus on risk management, successful builders are navigating today’s volatile business climate.
What is lean construction?
In a tough economy, it’s important to learn new ways of planning custom home projects. Learn how lean construction can grow your business.
Subcontractor Management critical to profitable projects
Learn what Subcontractor Management is and why its critical for construction company success.
For long-term success, invest in the preconstruction meeting
By bringing stakeholders together to review project scope, schedule and budget, you avoid potential issues and delays down the road.
Rising prices demand accurate construction cost forecasting
No matter rising costs, for many home builders construction cost forecasting proves too time consuming. Others find forecasting difficult and don’t know where to begin. This doesn’t have to be you. Today, tools exist that make forecasting a simpler, more predictable process.
The building quote template offers builders a better way to serve homeowners
The importance of a building quote
The foundation of a successful home construction project lies with a detailed construction quote and resulting contract. Clarifying, via a quote to the homeowner, the project scope, specifications, costs and timeline reduces payment delays and unfortunate disagreements. The use of a building quote template leads to a higher level of customer se
Procurement in construction: proper planning improves your business
For the best customer experience, custom home builders know that good planning, coupled with proper management of homeowner expectations, is critical–especially in a tough construction industry experiencing potential cost fluctuations that make every dollar count.
By the time a home construction project is ready to break ground, months and tens of thousands of dollars have bee
Branding for home builders and why it is important
Home builders must pay attention to their branding in order to be successful. Branding helps to set them apart from their competition.
Calculating preconstruction costs: why it’s essential to the construction process
Paying attention to the preconstruction process helps set a project schedule and budget that can be maintained and lowers the risk of hold-ups.
6 common practices to save time and boost builder collaboration
The most successful dealers are working more efficiently to carve out the time sales representatives need to consult with their customers.
7 essential upgrades to your construction document management system
Custom home builders have a strong need for a complete, modern document management system.
How bid leveling helps nail the best builder for the project
The process of bid leveling manages a variety of project information from bids in a way that the client can easily understand.
Types of construction estimates you need to know
How you estimate and conduct your project management can affect the accuracy of the budget for construction costs and that budget can reveal as early as possible if the job will deliver a satisfactory result for the homeowner and turn a profit for you, the builder.
How to consider labor estimate costs for construction
It’s critical that you always submit competitive, complete bids if you are to win the amount of work required to grow your business. To do this, you must have accurate estimates of labor costs and material costs‑especially during the current economy.
June product news: Dealer features to transform the way you work
Welcome to our June edition of Product News! The Buildxact team are excited to share the work we’ve been doing to help dealers and sales reps deliver value add services to their builders. Through simplifying the sales process, dealers can continue to grow a loyal customer base.
Let’s jump straight in!
Respond to quote requests in Buildxact
When re
What is tendering in construction
Tendering in the construction industry is the process of requesting and receiving a price for a specific scope of work.
How dealers use software to grow their pro customer relationships
If you find yourself wondering how to best help your builder while also nailing your own sales strategy, there’s something you should consider. Research from Buildxact and the Farnsworth Group found that 53% of builders and remodelers say they are open to doing their own preconstruction tasks, such as takeoffs and estimates, when preparing bids for homeowners. But that same resear
Transform the way dealers work with builders, with no upfront costs
Buildxact’s latest features deliver an end-to-end platform for dealers to work collaboratively with builders throughout a job.
April product news: New features to streamline admin
Welcome to our first product update for the year!
We’re super excited to collaborate with you and share our exciting new features, helping you save time and win more jobs. Let’s kick it off with the latest releases that will help give you more time to do the things you love most!
Organize your week in a dash
Seeing what tasks are coming up for th
How to drastically reduce construction costs for builders
Knowing how to reduce construction costs can help you revolutionize your business model so that you run more cost-effective processes and maximize returns.
What is conceptual estimating?
Before beginning a new construction project, it’s important to develop a clear sense of the time, material and financial demands to complete the project.
What’s involved in estimating in construction projects?
A construction estimate is the most crucial part of winning building jobs and is key to any successful project completion.
How to start and successfully grow a construction business
The construction industry is one of the top start-up business sectors, but it is an industry where well over half of new businesses don’t make it through the first five years.
Nailing the construction bidding process to improve business flow
Successful construction bidding takes a combination of science, art and attention to detail.
The construction estimating process, steps and strategies
When you are part of the construction industry, winning bids and tenders is vital to the success of your business.
How to estimate construction materials
To make cash in the construction industry you must ensure that your outlay is covered and profit margins maintained.
The key benefits of construction management software
It’s easy to imagine the effect construction management software will have on you and your construction firm.
How to do a construction proposal: examples and template
Many large construction companies understand the importance of a construction proposal, but it is often overlooked by smaller builders and remodelers.
How to do construction takeoff estimating
Takeoff estimating, or a material takeoff is an integral part of the construction estimating process.
How to become a construction estimator: Everything you need to know
Construction estimating is a branch of civil engineering and is a vital part of all construction projects. A construction estimator prepares estimates for the overall cost of a proposed project.
Carpenter quote templates
Managing a carpentry business is no easy feat. There are plenty of details to consider. How will you communicate with clients?
What is estimating in civil engineering?
Estimating is an important factor in many industries. The local grocer wants to order enough stock to satisfy their customers yet have the goods on the shelf for as little time as possible.
What does a construction estimator do?
Possibly the most crucial part to a construction project is construction estimating. It is the process of calculating the material, labor, equipment and overhead costs associated
What is construction estimating? How automating software can transform estimating efficiencies
Construction estimating is a major element of construction management. Your construction software can assist with obtaining quotes for materials or equipment that are unique to the job by sending automated requests to suppliers.
How to estimate construction costs – The complete guide
The most important part of profitable construction projects is getting the costs right. If you undervalue the price, then you are going to lose money.
Top 4 under-utilized features to help you save time and win more work in Buildxact
The most valuable resource builders have is their time. We get it! This blog will show you how to make the most out of the software with just four of its features while you continue to explore everything Buildxact has to offer.
How to master building cost estimating – best tricks for fast and accurate estimates
Money runs the building and construction industry. To be successful you have to have a lot of money coming in and not as much going out.
How pro dealers can foster a healthy relationship with their builders and manufacturers
Price and inventory volatility are causing custom home builders and pro dealers headaches. There is no magic solution, but effective and constant communication between all the parties involved.
3 ways pro dealers can build strong relationships with builders
The key to a healthy relationship is communication and setting realistic expectations. Both sound very simple, but in most cases where relationships sour, these two factors have crumbled.
How pro dealers can embrace technology to connect with builders
Custom home builders and pro dealers need to have a synergistic relationship to be successful in the construction industry.
What is a quantity takeoff and how are they done?
A quantity takeoff is an important aspect to any project that has a budget or for making project bids. Without accurate quantity takeoff software, you could find your project under budget – costing you money, or over budget – losing you work.
Top 10 qualities of a productive construction manager
Construction managers are responsible for the everyday running of a construction project. They ensure that scheduled tasks are completed, and that the contractor has all the information they need to perform the work.
How to become a residential builder in North America
This blog explains what a home builder does and the five steps to becoming a home builder in North America.
How to estimate construction time for your project
While estimating construction project costs is pretty straightforward, putting together a schedule for the project can be more difficult.
How much does it cost to start a construction company?
Many of the costs incurred when starting a construction company are reoccurring. If you’re looking to start your own contracting business, we’ll do a quick rundown of what you can expect to pay for when starting up and breaking into the construction industry.
What are soft costs in construction?
When estimating the costs of a construction project, builders and remodelers need to include all of the construction costs of the project which are traditionally separated into two types: hard costs and soft costs.
Construction project cost estimating: best tips & tricks
Read about the best ways builders and contractors use construction management software to create accurate project cost estimates. Estimating construction costs starts with a careful review of the project documents to determine the amount of work in a project.
What is a takeoff in construction?
Construction project estimators, whether that’s you or an estimator on your team, use material takeoffs as ingredients for their project estimates.
7 Construction estimating mistakes—and how to avoid them
One of the easiest ways to make mistakes is to do things by hand. Most of the common construction estimating mistakes happen because we overlook certain details.
The easiest way to get started with construction scheduling software
This blog explains how to get started with construction scheduling software and the benefits of using online software.
Buildxact industry insights – forces at play impacting pro dealers & builders in North America
Watch a panel discussion with CEO David Murray and President of North America Stephen Yates and Craig Webb, President of Webb Analytics.
How to choose the best construction quoting software
This blog explains how to win the jobs with accurate and professional quotes and why investing in construction quotation software is crucial
Construction takeoff software generates accurate estimates faster
Buildxact construction takeoff software frees builders and contractors from paper and pencil estimating and delivers accurate estimates.
9 ways to maximize your residential construction business’ profit
This blog explains how planning contributes to more consistent profits, customer growth and better management of construction projects.
The ultimate guide to construction management software
This blog guides the reader through construction management software and how it can make a construction business run more efficiently.
Construction marketing: 10 strategies you should be using
Learn 10 ways custom home builders can market their business using a website and online advertisements and promotions.
5 tips to increase your efficiency and maximize your profit
This blog explains how takeoff software, templated construction cost estimates and item assemblies save builders time and money.
3 construction project management tips that will improve efficiency
This blog explains how to save time using construction management software for planning and scheduling a construction project.
ProSales 100 Conference recap: The game has changed in your favor
Learn how the ProSales 100 Conference in 2021 communicated the health of the home construction industry in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic.
How to choose the best construction software for a small business
If you run a small to medium-sized construction business, you understand the difficulties of keeping track of multiple projects while running a successful and profitable business.
5 major construction industry challenges right now
This blog shows challenges facing the construction industry such as supply chain, accelerated technology adoption and proper cash flow
The importance of construction cost estimation
Estimating construction costs accurately relies on many elements. It’s a necessary process and is what underscores the pricing of construction projects.
Construction project management software: complete guide
There are several cloud-based construction software solutions offered throughout the construction technology industry.
Our guide to estimating software for builders & remodelers
This page features our guide on estimating software and how it is a critical component to forecast expenses and manage profitability.
Construction takeoff: your complete guide to construction takeoffs
Read this complete guide about construction takeoffs, also known as material takeoffs, and how it is critical in the construction estimate.
5 ways to stay productive during Coronavirus
This blog explains how to stay pandemic-proof and maintain a productive custom home construction business during the coronavirus pandemic.
6 takeaways to win more work in a competitive marketplace
This blog explains how home builders can win more work in a competitive marketplace by focusing on accurate quoting and marketing
6 top tips to help you grow your business now!
This blog explains the critical steps for growing your custom home construction business and operate with a business-development mindset.
Impacts of Coronavirus on the building industry
Read about the positive impacts and the negative impacts the coronavirus has had on the construction industry and the building industry.
Why small builders should invest in cloud-based construction software
In the era of digital tools, you have more options now than ever before; especially when it comes to managing your work.
The “must haves” of construction estimating and project management software
This blog explains the different features and benefits of Buildxact construction management software including takeoff and scheduling.
How project management software accelerates growth for small builders
Project management software is quickly becoming essential for small builders, remodelers, and contractors who want to accelerate growth and reach their business goals.
Top 7 apps for builders & contractors in the United States
This blog explains the top seven software applications for builders and contractors working in the US and how they improve their businesses.
3 reasons why small builders use estimating software
This blog explains how construction estimating software and digital project management tools save customer home builders time
Save 80% more time with Buildxact’s all-in-one construction software
Read how Buildxact construction software can reduce the time needed to quote new business, send purchase orders and manage price variations.
Featured videos
Setting up and using a Client Portal in Buildxact
https://youtu.be/-IvyTSBAZoo
This video covers what a client portal is, how to set it up and invite people to it, notifications your client gets and notifications you get as changes are made in Buildxact.
Setting up decking and flooring item assemblies
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twD7Q5o5E4s
This video covers how to use item assemblies for decking and flooring.
Setting up framing item assemblies
How to manage wall framing and junctions using Buildxact item assemblies.
How to build a drywall and insulation item assembly
This video will take you through how to set up a drywall and insulation item assembly.
Completion percent invoicing and retention
This video covers completion percent invoicing
Cost plus invoicing
This video covers cost plus invoicing.
Helping your client access the Client Portal
This video is for people who’ve just been invited to a project via the Buildxact Client Portal.
Manage fixed price invoicing in Buildxact
Learn about creating invoices and refundable deposits, go through what your invoices look like and how to print, edit invoices and change orders.
Make change orders (settling allowances) in Buildxact
Learn to process change orders (settling allowances) in Buildxact. You’ll learn about over and above change orders, how to fill out details, as well as printing and accepting change orders.
Create work orders and handle internal costs in Buildxact
Send your work orders and manage internal costs with Buildxact. Learn what work orders are for, how to use them, and your timesheeting options.
Send purchase orders and understand receiving costs with Buildxact
Learn how purchasing functions work within Buildxact and see how to manage your receiving costs. We’ll also go through the three types of purchase orders.
Manage your job schedules in Buildxact
See how scheduling works in Buildxact. This includes structuring your schedules, methods of creation, easiest setups, and the various views and functionalities available with the scheduling feature.
Create a job using Buildxact
Create a job within the Buildxact platform, see the different types of jobs and default invoices, as well how job acceptance works.
Produce a professional custom quote letter using Buildxact
Make your quotes look amazing while meeting your client’s needs using the different options available with the Buildxact custom quote letter tool.
Add markup to your Buildxact quotes
This video takes you through how to add markup to your Buildxact custom quote letters, based upon category or items.
Use item assemblies/recipes in Buildxact
Look at what recipes are, how they work, and how to build them in Buildxact.
Count items EA takeoff in Buildxact
Count individual items on plans using the Buildxact takeoff tool.
Send a ‘request for quote’ from Buildxact
See the entire process from requesting the quote, to accepting the quote, and what the client views. Learn a few tips and tricks to help you get the most out of Buildxact.
Complete a basic LF takeoff in Buildxact
See the most common lineal feet takeoffs you can do with the Buildxact takeoff tool.
Perform a pitched SF takeoff in Buildxact
Learn pitched SF, such as a roofing or raked ceilings takeoff using the Buildxact takeoff tool.
How to do vertical SF takeoffs in Buildxact
Learn to complete SF takeoffs on vertical surfaces from a top view plan using the Buildxact takeoff tool.
Learn how redistribution and allowances, specifications and timeline items work in Buildxact
We’ll explain redistribution, the moving of a markup, and how you can use specifications or job timeline in Buildxact.
Reusing measurements, wastage and rounding in Buildxact
Learn to make the most of the Buildxact takeoff tool by reusing takeoffs. See how to add wastage and rounding to measurements.
Complete a basic SF takeoff
Learn the most common square-feet takeoffs using Buildxact. We’ll show you the best ways to use the Buildxact takeoff using tips and tricks to save time.
Get started with estimate costing in Buildxact
Learn to load and scale your plans in Buildxact to create takeoffs Upload your own plans. Delete, rotate and change the name of uploaded plans
Load plans and scale
Learn to load and scale your plans in Buildxact to create takeoffs Upload your own plans. Delete, rotate and change the name of uploaded plans
Downloading, uploading and using demo plans in Buildxact
This page features the methods and video tutorials of downloading, uploading and using demo plans in Buildxact
Complete estimate details
Begin an estimate in Buildxact in the correct and most efficient way. Enter information such as customer details, work location and uploading documents.
Start using Buildxact!
Learn the main parts of Buildxact, capture client leads, and start an estimate.
Setup your Buildxact account
Setup your account with your business details and logo, add users and edit your Buildxact subscription.
Welcome to Buildxact!
Learn what’s ahead with this first Buildxact video. An overview of the software What’s covered and how to get the most from the entire video series.
Featured eBooks
6 ways dealers boost builder success
Learn the six ways dealers can boost the success of their builder customers.
3 steps to a profitable dealer relationship
Download this eBook to learn three steps to having a profitable relationship with your dealers
5 assumptions pro dealers make that cost them customers
Download this infographic to understand the mistakes pro dealers are making that’s costing them customers.
How much money do builders lose to material delays?
Download this infographic to get a deeper insight into how material delays are impacting builders’ profits.
How dealers use SaaS to modernize the builder relationship
Learn how top dealers are using SaaS to create deeper relationships with builders.
5 ways to estimate faster and more accurately eBook
Spending your days creating takeoffs with paper plans and
a scale ruler? Waiting on your supplier to get back to you
with accurate pricing for your estimates? Then you find
out that your customer chose another builder because
they got their quote in faster? There is a better way.
9 ways to maximize your residential construction business’ profit eBook
The home building industry continues to lead the nation’s economic recovery from the unprecedented global pandemic.
10 ways to market your residential construction business eBook
Social media, remote work, and online communication
tools — and today, companies and consumers alike are
researching and purchasing online.
The ultimate guide to construction management software eBook
The right construction management software can save you loads of time and help you be more profitable. This guide will take you through the ins and outs of construction management software, key features to look for, and what a quality software can do for you and your business.
What are soft costs in construction? eBook
When estimating the costs of a construction project, it’s important to include all of the costs in order to stay profitable. These are typically split into hard and softs costs. Check out our guide where we explore the difference between these two types of costs, give some examples of soft costs, and explain why soft costs need to be included in project budgets.
How to estimate construction project costs eBook
Estimating software helps streamline the bidding process, reduces errors, and makes pricing more accurate. Learn more with this helpful guide.
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