For home builders: one platform, every phase, every dollar protected.

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A ground-up build means dozens of subs, months on the schedule and a buyer watching every update. Buildertrend keeps planning, scheduling, budgets and client communication moving together, so nothing about the build is a surprise – to you or your buyer.

  • Planning and design

    Lock in the finishes, fixtures and allowances that go into a new home before the first wall goes up, so change orders don’t quietly eat into your margin three months in.

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  • Pre-construction

    Line up your subs and budget before you break ground, so the trades showing up on day one aren’t waiting on decisions that should have been made weeks earlier.

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  • Construction

    Buildertrend’s tools help home builders stay on track by offering real-time progress tracking and task management with Daily Logs and Tasks. Contractors can efficiently coordinate teams and monitor framing, plumbing, electrical and finishing work – all while ensuring every step of the build stays aligned with the project timeline and budget.

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  • Completion and handoff

    The walkthrough is where trust gets won or lost. Buildertrend helps you close out inspections, warranty items and final approvals cleanly, so the buyer’s last impression is the one that gets you referred to the next one.

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Communicate. Collaborate. Connect.

You’re not the only builder struggling to …

A lot can change between groundbreaking and closing: material costs, sub pricing, buyer-requested upgrades. Buildertrend tracks your budget against real costs the whole way, so drift gets caught in week three, not discovered at closing.

Framing can’t start until the foundation’s inspected. Electrical can’t start until framing’s done. Buildertrend keeps every trade’s schedule dependent on the one before it, so nobody shows up to a job that isn’t ready for them.

Buyers can’t see their house taking shape unless you show them. AI Client Updates turns your daily site logs into a homeowner-ready progress report automatically, so buyers stay confident in the process, and you’re not writing a recap by hand every week.

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Why Buildertrend?

Hear how our tech has helped successful home builders overcome industry roadblocks.

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Heather Tankersley

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We’ve got a tool for it.

Financial features

Financial management features

Sales features

Sales management features

Project features

Project management features

Communication features

Communication management features

Bids

Compare subcontractor bids side by side, so you know you’re pricing the job right before you commit to it.

Bill Pay

Pay every vendor and sub on time, with bill details already pulled and matched to the right job. With AI Bill Pay, manual entry won’t slow down your draw schedule ever again.

Bills & Purchase Orders

Keep every material order and vendor bill tied to the budget it belongs to, so nothing sneaks past you.

Budget

See the gap between what you estimated and what you’re actually spending the moment it opens up — not at the end of the job.

Client Payments

Get paid days faster with secure online payments buyers can complete in a click.

Estimates

Get accurate costs on every estimate, so your most profitable projects stay that way.

Invoices

Bill clients on time and watch payments land automatically as they come in.

Takeoff

Turn digital blueprints into accurate material counts in minutes, not hours of manual measuring.

Email Marketing

Stay top of mind with leads automatically, so the next ready-to-build buyer thinks of you first.

Lead Management

Know exactly where every lead stands, so you spend your time on the buyers who are actually ready to build.

Proposals

Send a detailed, professional proposal within minutes of the ask, and win the job before a competitor even replies.

Change Orders

Get change orders approved and paid on the spot, so scope creep doesn’t quietly eat your margin.

Daily Logs

Document the job once from the field, and give your whole team — and your client — the same picture of where things stand.

Scheduling

Sequence every trade, link tasks to the schedule and build in time for delay days. When something changes, your whole team knows as it happens.

Selections

Lock in every finish and fixture your buyer picks, with the real cost attached — no surprise at the final walkthrough.

Submittals

Keep architects, engineers and subs aligned on every submittal, so approvals move at the pace your schedule needs instead of the pace of someone’s inbox.

Tasks

Assign punch list items to the right person the moment they come up, so nothing gets forgotten before closing.

Time Clock

Know your real labor cost on every house, tracked straight from the job site.

Warranties

Handle warranty claims fast after closing because how you treat a buyer after handoff is what earns you the next referral.

AI Client Updates

Turn your daily site logs into a homeowner-ready progress report automatically, so buyers stay confident in a build they can’t watch happen day to day.

Chat

Get an answer from your team, subs or client the moment you need one. No waiting on a callback.

Client Portal

Let buyers check on their new home’s progress anytime, straight from their phone.

File Storage

Keep every plan, permit and photo where your team can find it, so you never have to waste hours digging through old email threads again.

Messaging / Comments

Keep every client question and team comment attached to the job it’s about, instead of buried in someone’s inbox.

Sub Portal

Give subs their own view into the project — documents, schedules and updates — so they show up knowing exactly what the job needs from them that day.

Bids

Compare subcontractor bids side by side, so you know you’re pricing the job right before you commit to it.

Bill Pay

Pay every vendor and sub on time, with bill details already pulled and matched to the right job. With AI Bill Pay, manual entry won’t slow down your draw schedule ever again.

Bills & Purchase Orders

Keep every material order and vendor bill tied to the budget it belongs to, so nothing sneaks past you.

Budget

See the gap between what you estimated and what you’re actually spending the moment it opens up — not at the end of the job.

Client Payments

Get paid days faster with secure online payments buyers can complete in a click.

Estimates

Get accurate costs on every estimate, so your most profitable projects stay that way.

Invoices

Bill clients on time and watch payments land automatically as they come in.

Takeoff

Turn digital blueprints into accurate material counts in minutes, not hours of manual measuring.

Email Marketing

Stay top of mind with leads automatically, so the next ready-to-build buyer thinks of you first.

Lead Management

Know exactly where every lead stands, so you spend your time on the buyers who are actually ready to build.

Proposals

Send a detailed, professional proposal within minutes of the ask, and win the job before a competitor even replies.

Change Orders

Get change orders approved and paid on the spot, so scope creep doesn’t quietly eat your margin.

Daily Logs

Document the job once from the field, and give your whole team — and your client — the same picture of where things stand.

Scheduling

Sequence every trade, link tasks to the schedule and build in time for delay days. When something changes, your whole team knows as it happens.

Selections

Lock in every finish and fixture your buyer picks, with the real cost attached — no surprise at the final walkthrough.

Submittals

Keep architects, engineers and subs aligned on every submittal, so approvals move at the pace your schedule needs instead of the pace of someone’s inbox.

Tasks

Assign punch list items to the right person the moment they come up, so nothing gets forgotten before closing.

Time Clock

Know your real labor cost on every house, tracked straight from the job site.

Warranties

Handle warranty claims fast after closing because how you treat a buyer after handoff is what earns you the next referral.

AI Client Updates

Turn your daily site logs into a homeowner-ready progress report automatically, so buyers stay confident in a build they can’t watch happen day to day.

Chat

Get an answer from your team, subs or client the moment you need one. No waiting on a callback.

Client Portal

Let buyers check on their new home’s progress anytime, straight from their phone.

File Storage

Keep every plan, permit and photo where your team can find it, so you never have to waste hours digging through old email threads again.

Messaging / Comments

Keep every client question and team comment attached to the job it’s about, instead of buried in someone’s inbox.

Sub Portal

Give subs their own view into the project — documents, schedules and updates — so they show up knowing exactly what the job needs from them that day.

Bids

Compare subcontractor bids side by side, so you know you’re pricing the job right before you commit to it.

Bill Pay

Pay every vendor and sub on time, with bill details already pulled and matched to the right job. With AI Bill Pay, manual entry won’t slow down your draw schedule ever again.

Bills & Purchase Orders

Keep every material order and vendor bill tied to the budget it belongs to, so nothing sneaks past you.

Budget

See the gap between what you estimated and what you’re actually spending the moment it opens up — not at the end of the job.

Client Payments

Get paid days faster with secure online payments buyers can complete in a click.

Estimates

Get accurate costs on every estimate, so your most profitable projects stay that way.

Invoices

Bill clients on time and watch payments land automatically as they come in.

Takeoff

Turn digital blueprints into accurate material counts in minutes, not hours of manual measuring.

Email Marketing

Stay top of mind with leads automatically, so the next ready-to-build buyer thinks of you first.

Lead Management

Know exactly where every lead stands, so you spend your time on the buyers who are actually ready to build.

Proposals

Send a detailed, professional proposal within minutes of the ask, and win the job before a competitor even replies.

Change Orders

Get change orders approved and paid on the spot, so scope creep doesn’t quietly eat your margin.

Daily Logs

Document the job once from the field, and give your whole team — and your client — the same picture of where things stand.

Scheduling

Sequence every trade, link tasks to the schedule and build in time for delay days. When something changes, your whole team knows as it happens.

Selections

Lock in every finish and fixture your buyer picks, with the real cost attached — no surprise at the final walkthrough.

Submittals

Keep architects, engineers and subs aligned on every submittal, so approvals move at the pace your schedule needs instead of the pace of someone’s inbox.

Tasks

Assign punch list items to the right person the moment they come up, so nothing gets forgotten before closing.

Time Clock

Know your real labor cost on every house, tracked straight from the job site.

Warranties

Handle warranty claims fast after closing because how you treat a buyer after handoff is what earns you the next referral.

AI Client Updates

Turn your daily site logs into a homeowner-ready progress report automatically, so buyers stay confident in a build they can’t watch happen day to day.

Chat

Get an answer from your team, subs or client the moment you need one. No waiting on a callback.

Client Portal

Let buyers check on their new home’s progress anytime, straight from their phone.

File Storage

Keep every plan, permit and photo where your team can find it, so you never have to waste hours digging through old email threads again.

Messaging / Comments

Keep every client question and team comment attached to the job it’s about, instead of buried in someone’s inbox.

Sub Portal

Give subs their own view into the project — documents, schedules and updates — so they show up knowing exactly what the job needs from them that day.

Software fit for the financial stakes of a ground-up build

Every house carries months of costs, a dozen subs and a construction loan you're accountable to your bank for. Buildertrend gives you the financial depth and operational control to protect your margin on every draw.

Buildertrend gives you the tools to control cash flow, track budgets and manage finances accurately, down to the last penny. AI Bill Capture pulls vendor details and cost codes off every bill automatically, so every draw request is backed by real numbers instead of last month's estimate.

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Scale with integrations

Buildertrend connects to your accounting, payroll and CRM systems, so you keep your existing workflows and simplify how they work together as you take on more houses.

Buildertrend marketplace integrations

Train your crew with Onsite Consulting or Buildertrend University, so everyone's actually confident running the platform and not just clicking through it.

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Straight talk for home builders running a serious business

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The cool, calm $10 million+ contractor

Watch our webinar co-hosted by two top home builders on how they conquer the chaos of running a successful business – all while steadily increasing profit margins.

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After using Buildertrend for over four years, Scroggs Construction proves that better sub management is the key to faster growth.

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Discover how to take on larger and more complex projects by improving your existing processes.

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Check out our guide for enhancing efficiency, scaling operations and maintaining excellence in project management.

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Tune in to our podcast to understand what’s setting builders back and keeping them from reaching their financial goals.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Using features like Customer PortalDaily Logs and AI Client Updates, you can keep buyers in the loop automatically. AI Client Updates turns your daily logs straight into a homeowner-ready progress report. In the portal, buyers see progress notes, photos and can send or receive messages, so you’re always on the same page. Plus, they can make selections, see the budget and view the schedule.

Yes. You can invite subcontractors into the platform with Sub Portal feature. They can be given access to documents relevant to the project, and if any changes are made impacting their schedule, they’ll automatically be notified from the platform.

Ask your subs to download the Buildertrend mobile app, too. This way, they can communicate while on the job site or on the go.

Construction management software, like Buildertrend, helps home builders grow their businesses by offering tools that simplify operations, enhance project management and improve client communication. With features for scheduling, budgeting and progress tracking, builders can take on more projects without sacrificing quality or efficiency. Additionally, Buildertrend’s Customer Portal and Email Marketing features allow builders to offer a superior client experience, which helps win new business and build a strong reputation in the market.

Builder software, like Buildertrend, helps home builders increase profitability by improving project management and cost tracking, while reducing inefficiencies. With tools for accurate budgeting, job costing and real-time financial reporting, builders can control expenses, avoid costly delays and make data-driven decisions that enhance margins. Buildertrend also helps builders better manage buyer expectations and subcontractor performance, which leads to fewer disputes, faster closings and more referral business.

Buildertrend’s AI works inside the tools you already use, not as a separate product. AI Client Updates turns your daily site logs into homeowner-ready progress reports automatically, and AI Bill Capture reads vendor details and cost codes off every bill. It’s AI built for the pace of a real build, not AI for its own sake.