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Build accurate estimates that win jobs.
Scope-based estimates with intelligent task suggestions, dependency checking, room geometry calculations, and formula-driven pricing, all working offline.
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Add line items, calculate quantities, set prices, all in one interface.
My estimates take days and I still miss things.
A typical finishing trade estimator spends 3-8 hours per project in Excel. They pull from memory, past spreadsheets, and supplier price lists. There's no dependency checking. If they forget waterproofing under tiling, the margin is gone. Material quantities are rough guesses.
Only 31% of construction projects finish within 10% of budget. KPMG Global Construction Survey 2021
Select the scope. Buildlr suggests every task, material, and dependency from 12+ years of construction expertise encoded into the platform. Adjust what you need. Generate a professional proposal. Send it. Your client approves online. Done.
How estimation works in Buildlr
Scope-based estimation
Define rooms and areas with the intake wizard. Capture dimensions, fixtures, quality levels. Geometry calculations are automatic: wall area, floor area, perimeter derived from length, width, and height.
Scope wizard with room geometry engineIntelligent task suggestions
Buildlr suggests relevant tasks based on scope and room type. The dependency guardian warns about missing prerequisites: "You added tiling but not waterproofing." Material recommendations include quantities with overage factors.
Powered by construction knowledge graphFormula-driven pricing
Automatic calculations for labor and material costs based on real formulas, not guesses. Markup, margin, and overhead applied automatically. Material slots let you choose between standard and premium options, and pricing updates instantly.
Offline formula engine with instant recalculationMulti-revision workflow
Create multiple revisions per estimate. Compare side by side. When the client approves, the estimate freezes automatically. No more "which version did they sign?" Every revision is preserved with a full audit trail.
Frozen estimates with revision integrityThe old way
- Open last project's Excel file. Copy rows. Update numbers from memory. Hope you remember everything.
- Manually format in Word. Export to PDF. Attach to email. Wait for phone call saying "yes."
- Client asks for changes. Copy the spreadsheet again. Lose track of which version they approved.
With Buildlr
- Select the scope. Buildlr suggests tasks, materials, and dependencies. Adjust what you need. Price calculates automatically.
- Generate a professional PDF proposal with one click. Send via email. Client approves online with a secure link.
- Client wants changes? Create a new revision. Both versions preserved. Approval freezes the estimate automatically.
Built on construction expertise
12+ years of construction expertise, encoded into every estimate.
Frequently asked questions
Does estimation work offline?
Yes. Buildlr's offline-first architecture means you can create estimates, add line items, adjust quantities, and recalculate prices without any internet connection. Changes sync automatically when you reconnect. Built for construction sites, not offices.
How accurate are the suggestions?
Buildlr's suggestions come from a structured knowledge graph, not generic algorithms. The graph models real construction knowledge: task dependencies, material relationships, complexity factors. It explains its suggestions rather than producing black-box numbers.
Can I use my own pricing and templates?
Yes. Buildlr includes an extensive library of pre-built German task templates, but you can customize everything. Override labor rates, material prices, and formulas to match your business. Custom templates are saved for reuse.
How does this compare to estimating in Excel?
Excel has no dependency checking, no material catalog, no scope wizard, and no formula engine. A forgotten line item in Excel is invisible. In Buildlr, the dependency guardian warns you. Excel also can't generate a professional proposal or track client approval.
What does it cost?
All estimation features are included in every Buildlr account. No tiers, no per-user charges. Buildlr charges 0.35% per sent invoice, capped at EUR 750/month. You only pay when you invoice your clients.
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