Spreadsheets are great tools. Spreadsheet programs have been around for over 25 years and many contractors have built some pretty respectable spreadsheets over the years for their estimating.

The program’s commercial service estimator fits any HVAC estimating process for either cost plus or gross profit margin pricing. An estimate can be turned into a professional proposal in just a few ...

October 7, 2011 -- As part of a dramatic revamp of estimating systems it offers to contractors, McCormick Systems has rolled out the new WIN 1000 system – a great place to start for the small to ...

Estimating software offers two big benefits when creating estimates: accuracy and speed. The software allows the use of industry cost databases to quickly and accurately reference costs and complete a ...

Most people in the construction industry view 3-D modeling and building information modeling (BIM) as the future of building design and construction. The benefits of BIM extend far beyond simply ...

When well matched to a company's needs, estimating software may save time, increase accuracy, and increase the level of professionalism a bid conveys. Here are some popular options from a few of the ...