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Description
Our intuitive templating system not only delivers precise electrical estimates but also reduces estimating time by half! With our electrical estimating software, you can generate estimates from any location with internet access. Each subscription comes with complimentary support from our dedicated professional team, in addition to easy-to-follow online training videos! Best Estimate Pro began as a passion project, designed by electricians specifically for their peers in the industry. The initial feedback and adoption were outstanding, and as technology has advanced, we have continuously improved our offerings to ensure we deliver top-notch service to electricians. Crafted from the ground up with the needs of electricians in mind, Best Estimate Pro has truly transformed the estimating experience. Our customers frequently express their astonishment at the simplicity of our estimating process. Many of them have previously relied on spreadsheets, but transitioning to Best Estimate Pro revitalizes not only their estimating methods but also their entire business operations. By utilizing our software, you can provide your estimates with a professional touch and significantly enhance your likelihood of securing client projects. In addition, the software’s user-friendly interface makes it accessible for all electricians, regardless of their technical background.
Description
ZapSketch is an online tool designed specifically for electricians, electrical contractors, and estimators to facilitate the planning of electrical home runs. It allows users to import floor-plan PDFs, draw walls on a blank canvas, or start from a quick sketch, enabling them to place panels, junction boxes, and devices while routing circuits and raceways efficiently. As users modify their layouts, the application automatically measures run lengths and offers insights on preliminary conductor sizing, ampacity, voltage drop, and conduit fill based on the NEC 2023 standards. Users can also access circuit schedules and export their marked-up plan PDFs along with raceway pull schedules for purposes such as estimating, review, and transitioning to the field; however, some export options and unmarked reports necessitate a Pro subscription. Additionally, there are free standalone calculators available for voltage drop, wire sizing, and conduit fill. While ZapSketch serves as a valuable preliminary planning tool, it is essential to note that it should not replace thorough code reviews, engineering judgment, or the verification of actual project conditions. This tool enhances workflow efficiency and supports better project management for electrical professionals.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
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Integrations
Windcave
No
Pricing Details
$29.99/month
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$19/month
Free includes the planning workflow and preliminary checks; PDF exports are watermarked and redact commercial pull and calculation details. Pro is $19 per month, or $190 per year, and adds unwatermarked PDF exports, full raceway pull schedules, complete preliminary calculation reports, and commercial-use output. Standalone voltage-drop, conduit-fill, and wire-size calculators are available without signup.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
No
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
N2
Country
United States
Website
www.bestestimatepro.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
ZapSketch
Founded
2025
Country
Canada
Website
zapsketch.com
Product Features
Construction Estimating
Accounting Integration
Yes
Audit Trail
Yes
Bid Management
No
Billing & Invoicing
No
Building Product Database
No
Calculators
No
Change Orders
No
Contract Management
No
Cost Database
No
Customer Management
No
Customizable Templates
Yes
Electrical Estimating
Yes
HVAC Estimating
Yes
Historical Database
Yes
Job Costing
No
Plumbing Estimating
Yes
Price Data / Price Books
No
Project Management
No
Quote Management
No
Reporting/Analytics
Yes
Scheduling
No
Subcontractor Management
No
Takeoff
No
What-if Analysis
Yes
Product Features
Electrical Design
CAD Tools
No
Change Management
No
Collaboration
No
Compliance Management
No
Document Generation
No
Drag & Drop
No
Electrical Parts Catalog
No
Functions / Calculations
No
One Line Diagram
No
PLC Tools
No
Reusable Designs
No
Symbol Library
No