Professional estimates. Fast. Offline.

Built Estimator helps contractors create accurate estimates quickly. Works offline, keeps your data local, and includes a Lifetime License. No subscriptions.

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Offline-first

Local data

Lifetime License

Trade & Material Managers

Client-ready exports

Takeoff tools


How Built Estimator works

Built for contractors who want faster estimates, consistent pricing, and clean exports. No cloud required. Save your best line items and rates once, reuse them on every job.

Step 1

Start a project

Create a new estimate and organize by job.

Step 2

Build the scope

Add line items from your catalog to assemble estimates fast.

Step 3

Apply saved rates

Use your Trade and Material Managers for consistent pricing.

Step 4

Export confidently

Generate clean, client-ready documents instantly.

Three entry modes

Pick the workflow that matches the job. Switch modes anytime. Your estimate stays the same.

Mode 1

Manual Entry

Add line items directly with full control over quantity, unit, labor, and materials.

Precise
Mode 2

Smart Entry

Talk or type your scope. Built Estimator parses it into starter line items you review and edit before adding.

Fast workflow
Mode 3

Guided Scope

Choose a project type, select scope sections, and build consistent estimates step-by-step.

Structured
No cloud required

Works offline. Your data stays local and private.

Reusable catalog

Save your best line items and reuse them across jobs.

Consistent rates

Saved labor and material rates reduce pricing drift.

Organized by trade

Group items by category for clear, readable estimates.

Client-ready exports

Generate clean layouts with optional client-safe views.

Lifetime License

One purchase. No subscriptions. No renewal fees.


Everything you need

Professional tools built for contractors

Trade Manager

Set hourly rates by trade. Reuse across all estimates for consistent pricing.

Material Catalog

Build a reusable catalog of items with rates, units, and trade assignments.

Project Organization

Organize estimates by client, project type, or date. Keep everything in one place.

Takeoff Tools

Measure distances, areas, and counts directly on floor plans and drawings.

Client Exports

Generate professional PDFs and Excel files organized by trade and ready to send.

Insights & Analytics

View cost breakdowns by trade, labor hours, and material costs at a glance.

Templates

Save common scopes as templates and reuse them for similar projects.

Backup & Import

Export your data for backup or import from CSV files to get started quickly.

Offline-first

Works without internet. Your data stays on your computer, private and secure.


See it in action

Professional interface designed for speed and clarity


One purchase. No subscriptions.

Buy Built Estimator once and use it forever. Works offline. Your data stays local.

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Lifetime License. Lifetime updates. No subscriptions.