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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

PlusSpec stands out as the most efficient, cost-effective, and user-friendly 3D BIM/Virtual Design Construction and Estimating software tailored for the Design and Construction sector. It seamlessly integrates various functions from Design and Sales to Estimating and Procurement, providing a comprehensive solution aimed at enhancing both efficiency and profitability. Designed with time-strapped professionals in mind, PlusSpec ensures that users receive the necessary support to swiftly become proficient in its use. This software allows for actual design work within a BIM environment, enabling you to engage clients through immersive 3D presentations while effectively marketing your designs. You can easily produce professional 2D drawings, oversee client budgets, and foster stronger connections with key stakeholders. PlusSpec empowers users to go beyond simple quantification, offering features that facilitate rapid quoting, minimize errors and oversights, visualize risks and complexities, and transform communication strategies. It enables you to provide more than just traditional paper quotes, making it indispensable whether you are involved in Designing and Drafting, or Estimating and Building, with product specification playing a crucial role throughout the entire process. This innovative approach not only streamlines workflows but also enhances the overall quality of service delivered to clients.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

QuickBooks Online Yes 
Renoworks Yes 

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)
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$990 per year
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 No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

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

Types of Training

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

Vendor Details

Company Name

Bolster

Founded

2016

Country

Canada

Website

www.bolsterbuilt.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

RubySketch

Founded

2010

Country

Australia

Website

plusspec.com

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

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling No 
2D Drawing Yes 
3-Axis Milling No 
3D Modeling Yes 
4-Axis Milling No 
5-Axis Milling No 
Civil Yes 
Collaboration Yes 
Database Connectivity No 
Design Analysis Yes 
Design Export Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Yes 
Hole Making No 
Mechanical Yes 
Mechatronics Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Simulate Cycles No 
Spiral Output No 
Structural Engineering No 
Toolpath Simulation No 
User Defined Cycles No 

Engineering

2D Drawing Yes 
3D Modeling Yes 
Chemical Engineering No 
Civil Engineering No 
Collaboration Yes 
Design Analysis Yes 
Design Export Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Engineering No 
Mechanical Engineering No 
Mechatronics No 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Structural Engineering 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 

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