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
Pro plan - $399 per month (billed annually)
Premium plan - $499 per month (billed annually)
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Bolster Categories and Features
Residential Construction Estimating Software
Bolster Customer Reviews
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Closing higher value jobs with Bolster
Date: Jan 20 2025SummaryBolster 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.
PositiveBecause 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.
NegativeEven 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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Growing our business with BOLSTER
Date: Jan 29 2025SummaryGood software for bidding and quoting. We have increased our job size and won more jobs and also are able to quote much faster
PositiveFast turnaround times on quotes. We can send someone to do measurements and then get the proposal to customer on same day.
NegativeStill waiting for a few features like credit cards
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My journey with CostCertified
Date: Oct 12 2023SummaryEver 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.PositiveIt’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.
NegativeThere'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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CostCertified
Date: Sep 09 2023SummaryI 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.PositiveDidn't really use the software because I couldn't get a hold of the guy that was supposed to be teaching about software.
NegativeIt's too complicated to navigate plus their estimate program still you need to right the estimate and all.
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CostCertfied has helped my company grow!
Date: Oct 06 2023SummaryExcellent! CostCertified has many advantages over similar products from what I can tell. It allows for flexibility and company growth.
PositiveCan’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.
NegativeNone 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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Great tool to manage client expectations
Date: Oct 11 2023SummaryI 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.
PositiveBridge the gap between what clients want and reality. With this software, you can actually educate them effortlessly.
NegativeCostCertified, 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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