What is Bolster?

Bolster revolutionizes the entire project management workflow for residential construction professionals and contractors.

With its innovative estimating software, which incorporates custom assemblies and automated pricing based on supplier data, Bolster ensures precise and rapid estimates across all types of projects.

The software enhances traditional quotes by transforming them into dynamic, interactive point-of-sale presentations for homeowners, significantly increasing your chances of securing more jobs.

You can also propose upgrades, selections, and optional items, thereby boosting the overall job size through customer-driven upsells included directly in your proposals.

Following project bookings via the Pipeline CRM, the built-in automated Scheduling feature clearly communicates project timelines to contractors, subcontractors, and homeowners alike.

Additionally, Bolster's Client Portal enables customers to monitor the progress of their projects and process online payments upon task completion.

Contractors benefit from immediate payment access through a Bolster Business Account, allowing them to utilize both virtual and physical cards for their expenditures.

This seamless integration of features not only enhances operational efficiency but also significantly improves customer satisfaction throughout the construction process.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
$299 per month
Price Overview:
Plus plan - $299 per month (billed annually)
Pro plan - $399 per month (billed annually)
Premium plan - $499 per month (billed annually)

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Bolster
Date Founded:
2016
Company Location:
Canada
Company Website:
www.bolsterbuilt.com
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Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
iPhone
iPad
Android
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Online Training
Webinars
Video Library
Support
Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

Bolster Categories and Features

Residential Construction Estimating Software

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

Bolster Customer Reviews

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Construction Estimator
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Closing higher value jobs with Bolster

    Date: Jan 20 2025
    Summary

    Bolster offers good features for contractors in the construction industry, making it a huge time saver. Despite initial doubts about the price, it provides excellent value for money. The support team is helpful and responsive, ensuring smooth operations. It's easy to get started, and users quickly rely on it for efficient management.

    Positive

    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.

    Negative

    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.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Project Manager
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Growing our business with BOLSTER

    Date: Jan 29 2025
    Summary

    Good software for bidding and quoting. We have increased our job size and won more jobs and also are able to quote much faster

    Positive

    Fast turnaround times on quotes. We can send someone to do measurements and then get the proposal to customer on same day.

    Negative

    Still waiting for a few features like credit cards

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Estimator
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    My journey with CostCertified

    Date: Oct 12 2023
    Summary

    Ever since I transitioned my estimating process from the paper method and endless Excel sheets to CostCertified, my workday has improved. I can probably state that the difference is night and day.

    Being in the contracting business for years, I know the pain of spending hours on end just to create a single estimate. Now those hours have been reduced to minutes.
    An unexpected advantage has been my ability to upsell to my customers with greater confidence. The platform’s layout and presentation have made it easier to showcase the value of additional services or options. My customers appreciate the transparency, and I value the increased opportunities it provides.

    Positive

    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.

    Negative

    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.

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  • Reviewer Name: Nick C.
    Position: Owner
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    CostCertified

    Date: Sep 09 2023
    Summary

    I sign up for software after a really nice demonstration but when it got to real thing it didn't had nothing to do with demonstration so theres no refund on your money lost $1700.

    Just be careful.

    Positive

    Didn't really use the software because I couldn't get a hold of the guy that was supposed to be teaching about software.

    Negative

    It's too complicated to navigate plus their estimate program still you need to right the estimate and all.

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  • Reviewer Name: Brent C.
    Position: Business Owner
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    CostCertfied has helped my company grow!

    Date: Oct 06 2023
    Summary

    Excellent! CostCertified has many advantages over similar products from what I can tell. It allows for flexibility and company growth.

    Positive

    Can’t say enough about the value of CostCertified software. I can prepare painting quotes in minutes. The advantage this offers is that product items or full house assemblies can be accessed with a click of your mouse. Pricing can also be saved per item as all the information can be preloaded. As you add new items, it will be saved to your own company database. Which is also accessible with your phone or iPad as it’s cloud based. The system also has CRM builtin so that you can see when your customers have last viewed their quote so that you can follow up. CostCertified offers full onboarding support to help you set up your company files if required. You can also personalize pictures for your customers so that they can better relate to your quotes.

    Negative

    None at this point. I have used the product for 5 years now and the company has made many improvements over that time.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Lead Estimator
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Great tool to manage client expectations

    Date: Oct 11 2023
    Summary

    I am using the software every day and I find it very helpful. I can build estimates very quickly compared to what I was used to with spreadsheets.

    Positive

    Bridge the gap between what clients want and reality. With this software, you can actually educate them effortlessly.

    Negative

    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.

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