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Description
InstaBid serves as a web-based platform for estimating and finalizing jobs, specifically tailored for residential contractors and specialized trades. Users can generate customizable, detailed estimates based on information provided through an online form, allowing them to assess material and labor expenses, tweak their pricing and markup, and choose the optimal time to present their bid to clients. The process extends from obtaining proposal and contract approvals to collecting deposits via Stripe and scheduling on a calendar. Additional features include the ability to handle signed change orders, follow up with customers, gather bids from subcontractors, and create branded estimate PDFs for contractors. With its comprehensive approach, InstaBid aims to streamline both estimating and client engagement tasks into a singular workflow, enabling smaller contracting companies to effectively oversee a project from its initial concept to an accepted proposal and scheduled commencement date. This integration of tools and processes allows contractors to focus more on their work while reducing administrative burdens.
Description
The TPL Estimate software is specifically crafted to oversee the complete estimating and bidding workflow. It empowers users to achieve more precise estimates and maintain better control, ultimately saving valuable time. You can easily kick off the process by importing data from diverse sources, including historical estimates. Additionally, you can incorporate your own custom formulas and calculations into the estimates. The platform facilitates smooth communication with suppliers and subcontractors, allowing you to seamlessly add their quotes to your bids. With TPL Estimate, you have the authority to finalize the pricing for your proposals, and the software can automatically modify prices or enable you to adjust them manually at any stage. You have the flexibility to decide how to assign Indirect Costs, Administration, and Profits, whether through fixed percentages, specific dollar amounts, or formulas tailored to your needs. The software opens up a multitude of scenarios that can be explored to enhance the profitability of every bid. Moreover, TPL Estimate assists in identifying and rectifying estimating mistakes while keeping a record for future reference. You can evaluate the overall impact of every modification and make necessary adjustments, ensuring continuous improvement in your estimating processes. In this way, TPL Estimate not only streamlines the bidding process but also enhances your ability to make informed decisions.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Google Calendar
No
Stripe
No
Pricing Details
$99/month
Solo is $99/month for one trade; Crew is $249/month for three trades; Shop is $499/month for all trades. A free trial is offered.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
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
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
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)
Yes
Online Support
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
InstaBid
Country
United States
Website
instabid.pro
Vendor Details
Company Name
Total Project Logistics
Founded
2014
Country
Canada
Website
tpl-solutions.com/construction-management-software/tpl-estimate/
Product Features
Construction Estimating
Accounting Integration
No
Audit Trail
No
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
No
Electrical Estimating
No
HVAC Estimating
No
Historical Database
No
Job Costing
No
Plumbing Estimating
No
Price Data / Price Books
No
Project Management
No
Quote Management
No
Reporting/Analytics
No
Scheduling
No
Subcontractor Management
No
Takeoff
No
What-if Analysis
No
Residential Construction Estimating
Bid Management
No
Billing & Invoicing
No
Building Product Database
No
Change Orders
No
Customer Management
No
Project Management
No
Quote Management
No
Scheduling
No
Takeoff
No
Product Features
Construction Estimating
Accounting Integration
Yes
Audit Trail
Yes
Bid Management
Yes
Billing & Invoicing
No
Building Product Database
Yes
Calculators
Yes
Change Orders
No
Contract Management
No
Cost Database
Yes
Customer Management
No
Customizable Templates
Yes
Electrical Estimating
Yes
HVAC Estimating
Yes
Historical Database
Yes
Job Costing
Yes
Plumbing Estimating
Yes
Price Data / Price Books
Yes
Project Management
Yes
Quote Management
Yes
Reporting/Analytics
Yes
Scheduling
No
Subcontractor Management
Yes
Takeoff
Yes
What-if Analysis
Yes