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Description
Bolster overhauls the complete end-to-end project management process for residential construction businesses and contractors.
With custom assemblies and automated costing based on supplier pricing data, Bolster's patented estimating software allows you to estimate accurately and quickly every time, no matter the type of work you do.
Presentations transform what used to be static quotes into fully interactive point of sale experiences for homeowners in minutes, winning you more jobs. Offer upgrades, selections, and optional items, increasing your job size with customer initiated upsells, right in your proposals.
Once projects are booked through the Pipeline CRM, automated Scheduling built right from your estimates communicate clear project and task timelines to contractor, subcontractors, and homeowners.
Bolster's Client Portal allows customers to track project progress, and make payments online when tasks are completed. Contractors can receive those payments instantly using a Bolster Business Account, and spend with virtual and physical cards.
Description
Forge is a construction management tool designed specifically for contractors by contractors. It allows users to oversee projects, organize crew schedules, monitor time, generate invoices, and engage with clients, all within a single platform. Its features include live job tracking, a mobile time clock that works offline, professional invoicing with the option for online payments, and a client portal catering to homeowners. Additionally, there is a free plan option that does not require a credit card to get started. This software aims to simplify the management process and enhance communication in the construction industry.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
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Integrations
QuickBooks Online
No
Renoworks
No
Pricing Details
$299 per month
Plus plan - $299 per month (billed annually)
Pro plan - $399 per month (billed annually)
Premium plan - $499 per month (billed annually)
Pro plan - $399 per month (billed annually)
Premium plan - $499 per month (billed annually)
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$29.99
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
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
No
Chromebook
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Bolster
Founded
2016
Country
Canada
Website
www.bolsterbuilt.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
Forge
Founded
2025
Country
United States
Website
forge-x.app
Product Features
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
Product Features
Construction Management
Accounting Integration
No
Budget Tracking/Job Costing
No
CRM
No
Change Orders
No
Commercial
No
Contract Management
No
Contractors
No
Equipment Tracking
No
Estimating
No
Incident Reporting
No
Mobile Access
No
Offline Access
No
RFI & Submittals
No
Residential
No
Subcontractor Management
No
Timesheets
No