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TurboBid Estimating

by TurboBid · Since 2001
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ActiveAvailable globallyCloudOn-premise
Quick facts
VendorTurboBid
Year launched2001
StatusActive
LocationUnited States
Countries servedGlobal
Languages6
Integrations5+
Free tierN/A
Free trialYES
Contact salesYES

About TurboBid Estimating

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TurboBid stands as a specialized electrical estimating and bidding software crafted for residential and light commercial contractors, aiming to streamline the often laborious process of generating accurate bids. At its core, the software seeks to minimize the time spent on estimations while bolstering the precision of labor and material cost calculations, a critical factor in securing profitable projects. Its arsenal includes automated labor and material calculations, real-time pricing updates facilitated by TurboCloud and direct integrations with suppliers, wizards that simplify the complexities of overhead and labor burden calculations, and the creation of professional bid packages. These features collectively empower electrical contractors to navigate the bidding process with greater confidence and efficiency. The user interface, while prioritizing functionality over aesthetic sophistication, is designed to cater to the practical needs of electrical contractors. The inclusion of a grid view that showcases pictures of items and assemblies proves invaluable for visual confirmation and rapid identification of components. Navigation, primarily menu-driven, ensures users can readily access essential features.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Comprehensive Training & Support – Help videos for every aspect and responsive customer service.
  • Detailed Reports & Bid Packages – Professional-quality documents that enhance project proposals.
  • Accurate Cost Estimations – Database updates in real-time, reflecting market fluctuations.
  • Customizable & User-Friendly – Tailors well to businesses and simplifies estimating processes.
  • Scalability – Effective for both small and large projects with extensive material databases.
Cons
  • Limited Takeoff Adjustments – Users cannot modify takeoff quantities before purchase.
  • Navigation Frustrations – Finding specific assemblies can be cumbersome.
  • Pricing Confusion – Pricing is not transparent
  • Customer Support Response Time – While helpful, some users report slow response times.

Features

Key features

1. Estimating & Bidding

Quickly calculates labor and material costs for accurate bids.

2. Real-time Material Pricing Updates

Connects to supply houses to update prices.

3. Bid Packages

Professional, detailed bid documents with images.

4. Overhead & Burden Wizards

Calculates business overhead and labor costs accurately.

5. Seamless Take-off Integration

Click on digital prints to mark and count symbols directly in TurboBid.

6. Flat Rate Pricing

Eliminates hidden costs or pricing surprises.

7. TurboCloud

Master database for cloud-based updates.

8. TurboPricer & NetPricer

Enables real-time pricing from supply houses.

9. Trade Service & EPIC Integration

Provides material pricing updates.

Additional features

1. Electrical & Plumbing Estimating
2. Labor Cost Calculation
3. Material Pricing Sync with Suppliers
4. Bid Management
5. Cloud Database Sync
6. Cost Overhead Analysis
7. Professional Bid Package Creation
8. Flat Rate Pricing Option
9. On-screen Take-off Tool
10. Supplier Price File Uploading
11. Job Costing & Profit Analysis
12. Customizable Assemblies & Templates
13. Project Management Tools

Pricing

Free trial
Free version
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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
6
Interface languages
11
Billing currencies

Interface languages

EnglishSpanishFrenchGermanItalianPortuguese

Billing currencies

🇺🇸USD🇨🇦CAD🇬🇧GBP🇪🇺EUR🇦🇺AUD🇯🇵JPY🇨🇭CHF🇨🇳CNY🇮🇳INR🇲🇽MXN🇧🇷BRL

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