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Construction Estimating Software Built for Residential Pros

Describe the project and AI assembles the estimate — framing to finish. 12,000+ real cost items with local pricing for 400+ U.S. markets.

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AI Is Building Your Estimate
📊Searching 20+ years of project data...
Matching from 12,000+ parts library...
Applying your custom sizes & materials...
Adjusting for local pricing...
Building line-item breakdown...
Compiling ready-to-send estimate...
Estimate Ready
Framing & Sheathing$42,000
Roofing & Gutters$18,500
Insulation & Drywall$22,000
Flooring & Trim$16,800
+ 8 more sections...
Total Estimate$187,500
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Trusted by 50,000+ contractors — Featured in

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Cost vs. Value
50,000+
Contractors Trust Us
$25B+
In Total Bids Created
1,000,000+
Estimates Produced
20+
Years of Cost Data

How construction estimating works

From template selection to winning proposal in three simple steps.

1

Choose a template

Select from 500+ construction templates organized by project type — framing, roofing, siding, and more.

2

Customize your estimate

Adjust quantities, materials, and labor with real local pricing pre-loaded for your specific market.

3

Send a professional proposal

Generate a branded PDF proposal and send it directly to your client — ready to win the job.

Everything you need to estimate construction projects

The most complete estimating toolkit for residential construction — 12,000+ cost items, 500+ templates, and real local pricing.

Localized Cost Data

Real material and labor costs for your zip code, updated quarterly. No more guessing or using national averages.

500+ Pre-Built Templates

Select a project template, enter square footage, and get a complete estimate with itemized costs in seconds.

Professional Proposals

Generate branded PDF proposals with pre-written contract language that win client trust.

Works on Any Device

Create estimates on your computer, tablet, or phone — at the office or on the jobsite.

AI Scope Assistant

Describe a project in plain English and get a structured, priced estimate in minutes.

QuickBooks Integration

Export estimates directly to QuickBooks. No double entry.

Built for residential construction professionals

Whether you build custom homes, manage renovation projects, or run a general contracting business — Clear Estimates scales with your work.

Who uses it

  • General Contractors
  • Custom Home Builders
  • Construction Companies
  • Residential Contractors
  • Renovation Contractors
  • Building Contractors

What you can estimate

  • Framing & Structural
  • Roofing & Siding
  • Insulation & Drywall
  • Windows & Doors
  • Flooring & Trim
  • Plumbing, Electrical & HVAC

What contractors are saying

4.7 out of 5

Based on 948 verified reviews across Google, Capterra, G2, and SourceForge

Clear Estimates has streamlined my workflow, reduced back-and-forth, and helped me present a more professional image.

Seth Z.

General Contractor

The value is indescribable. Streamlined estimating, accurate measures of market cost, professional proposals.

Steve J.

Remodeling Contractor

Clear Estimates has made estimating and producing well written estimates for our customers a very quick and simple process.

Annette L.

Remodeling Contractor

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Frequently asked questions

Our pricing comes from real market data updated quarterly for 400+ U.S. markets. It's the same data source behind Remodeling Magazine's Cost vs. Value Report — trusted by 50,000+ contractors for 20+ years.

Clear Estimates covers residential construction: framing, roofing, siding, insulation, drywall, flooring, windows, doors, trim, painting, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and more — with 12,000+ line items.

Yes. Every template is fully editable. Add, remove, or adjust any line item, quantity, price, or markup. You can also save custom templates for projects you do repeatedly.

Yes. Clear Estimates is fully responsive and works on any device — phone, tablet, or computer. Create estimates on the jobsite or back at the office.

You get full access to every feature for 30 days — no credit card required. After the trial, subscribe for $79/month with no contract and no setup fees.

Yes. You can import existing item lists and pricing. Our support team will help you get your data into Clear Estimates quickly — at no extra cost.

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