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.
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Track your profitability in real-time
Stay on budget and gain profit margin insights. Track key financials with ease, by category or by item.
Construction cost tracking made simple
Cost tracking software uniquely designed for residential builders and contractors. Know your numbers from first quote to final invoice, and connect with your dealer for correct pricing, every time.
Cost items accurately
From electrical and tiling, to site prep and framing, track the cost of each item and figure out your total construction price with accuracy and ease.
Gain a competitive edge
Create a template based on available samples and re-use over and over. Use dealer templates and pricing to streamline repeatable jobs accurately and efficiently.
Take control of your numbers
Always know if a job is within budget and improve future estimates with easy cost tracking that compares the estimate to your actual spend, line-by-line or by category.
Hear from our customers
“One of the main reasons I chose Buildxact was to be able to do takeoffs in a PDF format and save all that information where I don’t have to do it again and again and again. It’s been a big time saver.”
“When you can do takeoffs in an hour or two it changes the game. It makes a huge difference on how we’re able to put together a bid for a prospective client and communicate better with our dealers."
“I wanted to be able to give estimates and invoices and receipts that look professional and Buildxact was a no brainer for me in that. It was exactly what I needed.”
“Buildxact is very intuitive, especially the takeoff and final estimate. I can control what I want to show my client in their quote. Buildxact saves me time.”
“Now we’re able to give accurate estimation within plus or minus 3% of the actual cost. Buildxact makes it very easy to communicate and track information that’s vital not only to the customer but to ourselves as well."
“My accountant loves it because all she has to do is review the bottom line number, so across the board we’ve become more efficient."
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Track item costings
- Get the correct items delivered with integrated dealer price lists, including product codes.
- Track the cost of your items in real-time and see your total cost against margin and budget.
- Edit schedules, automatically update budgets and create purchase orders with one click.
Easily create PO/WOs
- Easily create accurate dealer purchase orders – directly from the estimate.
- Submit purchase orders to dealers and contractors online 24/7 – at a time that suits you.
- Track and manage internal costs with work orders.
Control budgets across one or multiple jobs
- Manage profitability in real-time, with accurate item cost tracking – from electrical and tiling, to site prep and framing.
- Quickly create POs/WOs and easily enter dealer and contractor invoices on the go with one click.
- Easily manage crew timesheets via the Deputy workforce management app to track resourcing costs.
Streamlined estimating is just the start
Save time from first bid through takeoff to invoice. Buildxact makes estimating easy — flowing inputs seamlessly into a suite of construction management software tools that accelerate every step.
Faster Takeoffs
Automatically generate takeoffs, bills of quantities, and instantly add costing information to your quote letter. Just upload your PDF plans, then measure and price your jobs with a few clicks.
More Accurate
Load contract and pricing lists directly from spreadsheets or connect with your dealer’s live pricing.
More Professional
Quickly turn your estimates into sharp-looking quotes and invoices, using templates personalised with your logo, specifications, and PC/PS breakdowns.
More Efficient
Generate schedules automatically from your estimates. Identify critical paths. Adjust automatically when pushbacks occur, and save more time by keeping subcontractors in the loop.
Easy to integrate
Your Buildxact information flows straight into your accounting and management software. Integrations with Xero, Quickbooks, Deputy and other software takes you seamlessly from takeoff through billing.
Support
Get the support you need. Our friendly team of experts are available to answer any question. We also offer interactive workshops, on-demand training webinars, a rich knowledge base of FAQs and tips and 1:1 consultation.
A simple monthly payment includes customer support, training and upgrades.
Discover all the capabilities Buildxact has to offer
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Manage the build
Track finances
FAQs
For builders: The Entry subscription is for builders, contractors and estimators just starting out with takeoffs and estimates using software. Buildxact designed Pro for builders already accustomed to using software and for builders typically involved in whole-of-house projects using small teams of 1-3 people. Pro offers a full set of project management tools, like scheduling and professional invoicing.
For suppliers: The Pro package for suppliers is designed for account managers and store managers looking to free up time spent on multiple pricing conversations so that more time can be spent consulting with customers. The Enterprise package adds the ability to control user access to specific features.
There are no additional fees. Upgrades, maintenance, support and unlimited training is all included in your subscription fee. The only time you pay extra is when you add extra users to your account. Check out our pricing page for full details.
Buildxact offers 3 annual plan options (Entry, Pro or Teams). Each is designed to meet your specific business needs, and you can pay your annual plan in monthly installments or save money by paying in full upfront. See our pricing for all the details.
No. Buildxact is for construction estimation and construction management. It does not offer computer-aided design or drafting functions.
Yes, you can. It’s possible to upgrade your subscription from Entry to Pro or Pro to Teams at any stage. Contact our Customer Support Team by clicking the chat button on the bottom right of your screen in Buildxact.
Sharpen your skills
Send your work orders and manage internal costs with Buildxact. Learn what work orders are for, how to use them, and your timesheeting options.
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.
Stay ahead of the game
Getting accurate invoices out fast is essential in running a success residential construction business. Using Buildxact, you can streamline your admin process, send out invoices to your customers efficiently, and track your profits in one place.
Knowing how to reduce construction costs can help you revolutionize your business model so that you run more cost-effective processes and maximize returns.
Blue Bexar is a small and growing residential construction company in San Antonio, Texas, with three full-time employees. Dustin Ballew is the owner and serves as the general contractor and manager of pretty much everything. As a general contractor, the company does anything from bathroom remodels to new builds to high-end decking.
Business decisions are won or lost on the strength of their return on investment. It’s no different if you’re a small builder or remodeler looking to increase profit and take your business to the next level. Investing in cloud-based construction software is a cost-effective way to help make this a reality.
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