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About

Bolster overhauls the complete end-to-end project management process for residential construction businesses and contractors. With automated costing based on supplier pricing data, use the patented estimating software to transform what used to be static quotes into fully interactive point of sale experiences for homeowners in minutes, winning more jobs and saving hours of time every day. Once projects are booked through the pipeline CRM, automated scheduling communicates clear project and task timelines to contractor, subcontractors, and homeowners. On project or milestone completion, homeowners can make payments online, and you can manage their business finances with Bolster's Business Accounts and Cards. Save more time, win more jobs, and get paid faster with Bolster.

About

BuildIQ is a web and mobile construction management application for homeowners and owner-builders overseeing a residential build. It brings project budgets and actual expenses together with construction stages, tasks, schedules, contractor details, invoices, documents and progress photos. Users can organize project information by stage, compare planned spending with recorded costs, track work progress and keep decisions and supporting records in one project workspace. The app is intended for people coordinating their own home build, whether they work directly with trades or oversee a general contractor. BuildIQ also provides construction guides, checklists, cost-planning tools and an AI assistant that answers questions in the context of a project stage. It is designed around owner-side oversight of an individual home project rather than contractors managing a portfolio of jobs.

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Residential Contractors and Builders

Audience

Homeowners, owner-builders, self-builders, individual home investors and people managing residential construction projects.

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

$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 Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Pricing

Free
The app is free to download; optional in-app purchases are available.
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 3.9 / 5
ease 3.6 / 5
features 4.0 / 5
design 3.9 / 5
support 3.7 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Could have been a great addition to our process but the team at Bolster never followed through to complete the setup
  • Fast turnaround times on quotes. We can send someone to do measurements and then get the proposal to customer on same day.
  • Because of the professional Bolster proposals, I landed more jobs. The AutoCost library, loaded with items from my local hardware stores, kept my estimating templates accurate. The support team went above and beyond to configure my account with top-notch construction items and assemblies.
  • It’s efficient, accurate, and straightforward to use. Also, I was able to boost business opportunities. Last but not least, the way my estimates are presented now gives my business a polished look. My clients often remark on how organized and transparent my quotes are.
  • Bridge the gap between what clients want and reality. With this software, you can actually educate them effortlessly.

Cons

  • They took my annual fee and never completed the setup. After the rep I was dealing with left they abandoned the project and refused to provide a refund
  • Still waiting for a few features like credit cards
  • Even though our competitors have started using it, we can see that Bolster is delivering real value. This friendly rivalry encourages us to explore even more ways to get the most out of the software.
  • There's a brief learning curve when first transitioning to CostCertified, but once you get the hang of it, the benefits far outweigh those initial hours of familiarization.
  • CostCertified, while very powerful, might require a little extra time for onboarding and mastering its features. Consider it an investment for optimal usage, as once familiar, its capabilities can significantly boost efficiency and accuracy in your construction estimating and project management.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Not Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Bolster
Founded: 2016
Canada
www.bolsterbuilt.com

Company Information

BuildIQ
Founded: 2025
Poland
www.mybuildiq.com

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Categories

Categories

Residential Construction Estimating Features

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

Integrations

QuickBooks Online Supported
Renoworks Supported

Integrations

QuickBooks Online Not Supported
Renoworks Not Supported
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