Describe the job. Get an itemized estimate to start from.
Type the scope the way you'd explain it to a helper — "12×16 pressure-treated deck with stairs and railing" — plus the job location. BuildFlow drafts line items with quantities, materials, labor and waste so you're editing numbers instead of starting from a blank sheet.
Built for checking, not guessing
- Itemized materials and labor you can edit line by line.
- Location factor so costs start closer to your market.
- Your markup, your unit rates — save your own rates to reuse.
- Plan Takeoff: upload a plan PDF and get quantities by system, a phase cost breakdown and a priced draft (Premium; first takeoff free).
- Attach site photos and save estimates as templates for jobs you do often.
- One click turns the estimate into a proposal your client can sign.
An AI estimate is a starting point
Always confirm quantities, site conditions, permits and local supplier prices before sending a final number. BuildFlow labels AI drafts so they're reviewed before they reach a client.
Try it free
Run a free estimate without an account, or sign up to save and send it.
Free plan: unlimited projects, 3 proposals a month and 10 AI queries, no card required. Premium: $24.99/month or $149/year with a 14-day trial.
Questions
How accurate is the AI estimate?
It's a realistic starting draft, not a quote. Accuracy depends on how clearly the scope is described and on local conditions, so review every line.
Can it do a takeoff from blueprints?
Yes. Upload plan sheets as a PDF or photos and BuildFlow reads the dimensions, takes off quantities by system (framing, roofing, drywall and more), shows how confident it is in each line, and prices it with your saved rates. Treat it as a draft and check it against the plans.
Can I use my own prices?
Yes. Edit any unit cost or quantity and save your own rates so future estimates start with your numbers.
What trades does it work for?
Common residential work: decks, fences, bathrooms, kitchens, roofing, concrete, painting, drywall and general remodeling.