A cloud-based software for custom home builders and remodelers to manage projects.

Product Overview

BuildTools is a construction project management software specifically designed for custom home builders and remodelers. It centralizes all project information, including budgeting, scheduling, communications, and documents in one place. The software offers features for team communication, project management, financial management, and more, allowing users to streamline the bidding process, track project progress, and manage financial aspects effectively.

Pros

  • Internal and external sharing of messages, documents and updates
  • Integration with QuickBooks
  • All project data from schedules to financials in one location

Cons

  • Limited customization
  • Limited multi-project overview

Target Market

Custom home builders and remodelers of all sizes who need project management software.

Not Recommended For

Production home builders or semi-custom home builders. ECI recommends their software ECI MarkSystems for construction companies in that space.

BuildTools by ECI Solutions is an innovative project management software for custom home builders and remodelers. It provides a suite of tools to manage every construction project aspect effectively. Aimed at organizing the construction chaos, BuildTools centralizes all project information, including budgeting, scheduling, communication, and documents, in one accessible location. This user-centric platform, engineered by builders for builders, amplifies productivity and streamlines processes, enabling builders and remodelers to grow their businesses efficiently.

BuildTools Key Features:

  • Project Management: Offers a complete suite of tools to manage construction projects effectively.
  • Scheduling: Facilitates efficient project scheduling, automatically notifying subcontractors and employees of schedule changes.
  • Communication: Enables seamless communication across all project modules, with a unified inbox for easy message management.
  • Estimates & Proposals: Streamlines creating and managing estimates and proposals.
  • Financial Management/Reporting: Provides tools for managing financial aspects, including budgets, revised budgets, and actuals.
  • Bid Management: Simplifies the bidding process, allowing for centralized bid management and electronic project order writing.
  • Document Archiving: Keeps all notes, photos, and documentation archived indefinitely for easy access and reference.

BuildTools Pricing:

BuildTools starts at $369/month, which includes three users. Additional users can be added for $20/month per user. This includes unlimited projects, training, support, and client and subcontractor access. There is a 14-day free trial available.

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User Reviews of BuildTools

Marty Fletcher
Overall
★★★★★
★★★★★

Our clients love BuildTools!

July 16th, 2024

Our clients love BuildTools! It’s so much easier for them. They can access information without having to track down someone to get answers and can approve items directly from the system.

Alecia Benson
Overall
★★★★★
★★★★★

I'm saving anywhere from 20 to 30 hours on each job

July 16th, 2024

With BuildTools, bids automatically flow into the system, allowing me to quickly check if they’re the lowest or if we’re missing any bids. And it integrates seamlessly with our budgeting process. I’m saving anywhere from 20 to 30 hours on each job using BuildTools.

Andy Isch
Overall
★★★★★
★★★★★

We love the financials, budget, and change-order functions

July 16th, 2024

We love the financials, budget, and change-order functions in particular. We anticipate the ability to compare costs to projects’ allowances and change orders alone will help us capture another $ 15K-$20K a year.

Sven Gustafson
Overall
★★★★★
★★★★★

We are now a builder of choice

July 1st, 2024

I am surprised how well the subcontractors have taken to it. They love it as much as we do because it saves all of us so much time day-to-day. We are now a builder of choice, and much of that success is owed to the efficiencies and improvements brought about by BuildTools

Mark Molthan
Overall
★★★★★
★★★★★

BuildTools helps me run my business better

April 1st, 2024

BuildTools helps me run my business better. It’s as simple as that. It’s increased my gross margin by 2.5 points per house.

It’s amazing. I can manage the business better than I ever could the old way.

Lhuaine Charlery
Overall
★★★★★
★★★★★

BuildTools Review

July 12th, 2022 • Roles: Purchaser & End User

We can schedule ongoing tasks… and everyone who needs it gets it. And it’s two-way. The individual can notify and send pictures of completed projects to all involved.

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