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Description

National Estimator Cloud allows you to create cost estimates directly from your web browser, featuring ten Craftsman cost databases. The accuracy of these estimates is limited by the fact that the estimators who compiled the figures lack knowledge of your subcontractors, suppliers, project plans, specifications, applicable building codes, and your workforce. It is important to note that we do not guarantee that construction will adhere to these prices, as no universal cost applies to every job. Effective estimates are tailored specifically to individual projects and contractors, relying on sound judgment, thorough analysis, and extensive experience. You can consider National Estimator Cloud as a valuable tool for forming a well-informed view of costs associated with your projects. This web-based platform eliminates the need for any downloads or discs, making it accessible from virtually anywhere. Additionally, National Estimator Cloud monitors completed and billed work as well as outstanding tasks that are yet to be billed, providing a comprehensive overview of project progress. For financial tracking, QuickBooks complements this by managing payments made and amounts still owed, allowing you to easily compare job costs against revenue. Ultimately, combining both tools enhances your ability to manage project finances effectively and make informed decisions.

Description

NextMinute is job and project management software designed for tradespeople in Australia and New Zealand. Built with construction crews in mind — from builders and landscapers to roofers, carpenters, and renovation teams — it simplifies admin and keeps your business on track. Easily create professional quotes using supplier pricing, assign tasks, track site hours, manage variations, and stay across job costs in real time. NextMinute connects directly with Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks, helping you avoid double-handling and streamline payroll and invoicing. Your team can use it on phones, tablets, or desktops, wherever they’re working. Backed by top-rated support and local expertise, it’s job software built for tradies, not spreadsheets. Try it free for 10 days.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

MYOB No 
MYOB AccountRight No 
QuickBooks Accountants No 
QuickBooks Online Yes 
Xero No 

Integrations

MYOB Yes 
MYOB AccountRight Yes 
QuickBooks Accountants Yes 
QuickBooks Online No 
Xero Yes 

Pricing Details

$13.99 per month
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$55/month
Ideal for crews of 3+
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version Yes 

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 Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Craftsman

Founded

1952

Country

United States

Website

craftsman-book.com/national-estimator-cloud/

Vendor Details

Company Name

NextMinute

Founded

2014

Country

Australia & New Zealand

Website

www.nextminute.com

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 

Job Costing

Bills of Material No 
Budgeting & Forecasting No 
Change Orders No 
Cost-to-Completion Tracking No 
Invoice Management No 
Overrun Reporting No 
Percent-Complete Tracking No 
Production Cost Tracking No 
Purchase Order Management No 
Quotes / Estimates No 
Time Tracking No 
Work Order Management No 

Product Features

Construction Management

Accounting Integration Yes 
Budget Tracking/Job Costing Yes 
CRM Yes 
Change Orders Yes 
Commercial Yes 
Contract Management Yes 
Contractors Yes 
Equipment Tracking Yes 
Estimating Yes 
Incident Reporting No 
Mobile Access Yes 
Offline Access No 
RFI & Submittals Yes 
Residential Yes 
Subcontractor Management Yes 
Timesheets Yes 

Construction Scheduling

Bid Management Yes 
Change Orders Yes 
Gantt Charts Yes 
Job Scheduling Yes 
Project Scheduling Yes 
Rescheduling Yes 
Staff Calendar Yes 
Task Management Yes 

Electrical Contractor

Billing & Invoicing Yes 
Commercial / Industrial Yes 
Contract Management Yes 
Customer Database Yes 
Electronic Signature Yes 
Mobile Access Yes 
Quotes / Estimates Yes 
Scheduling Yes 
Time Tracking Yes 
Work Order Management Yes 

Field Service Management

Billing & Invoicing Yes 
Contact Database Yes 
Contract Management Yes 
Customer Database Yes 
Dispatch Management Yes 
Electronic Signature Yes 
Inventory Management No 
Mobile Access Yes 
Payment Collection in the Field No 
Quotes / Estimates Yes 
Routing Yes 
Scheduling Yes 
Service History Tracking Yes 
Time Clock Yes 
Work Order Management Yes 

Job Costing

Bills of Material Yes 
Budgeting & Forecasting Yes 
Change Orders Yes 
Cost-to-Completion Tracking Yes 
Invoice Management Yes 
Overrun Reporting Yes 
Percent-Complete Tracking Yes 
Production Cost Tracking Yes 
Purchase Order Management Yes 
Quotes / Estimates Yes 
Time Tracking Yes 
Work Order Management Yes 

Plumbing

Billing & Invoicing Yes 
Customer Database Yes 
Dispatch Management No 
Inventory Control No 
Job Management Yes 
Mobile Access Yes 
Quotes / Estimates Yes 
Routing No 
Scheduling Yes 
Service History Tracking No 
Technician Management No 
Work Order Management No 

Residential Construction Estimating

Bid Management Yes 
Billing & Invoicing Yes 
Building Product Database Yes 
Change Orders Yes 
Customer Management Yes 
Project Management Yes 
Quote Management Yes 
Scheduling Yes 
Takeoff Yes 

Service Dispatch

Billing & Invoicing Yes 
Call Center Management Yes 
Contract Management Yes 
Customer Database Yes 
Inventory Control Yes 
Job Management Yes 
Job Tracking Yes 
Mobile Access Yes 
Routing Yes 
Scheduling Yes 
Self Service Portal No 
Service History Tracking Yes 
Technician Management Yes 
Work Order Management Yes 

Tradesman Job Management

Contract Management Yes 
Customer Database Yes 
Dispatch Management No 
For Builders Yes 
For Electricians No 
For Field Service Businesses No 
For HVAC No 
For Plumbers No 
For Roofers Yes 
Invoicing Yes 
Job Tracking Yes 
Payments Yes 
Quoting Yes 
Reporting Yes 
Scheduling Yes 
Time Tracking Yes 

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