Blue Bexar Construction
Read how home builder Dustin Ballew used a digital takeoff software to save time creating accurate construction estimates.
Resources
Case Studies
Sabado Homes
Buildxact solved Matthew’s need for speed and accuracy from takeoffs to the bidding process. He’s fielding few phone calls and clarifying fewer details because Buildxact lays everything that needs to be bid.
Waterloo City Construction
Read about Buildxact customer Waterloo CIty Construction and how they use construction management software to produce faster takeoffs.
RYMAC Construction
This page features Buildxact customer Ryan McDonald, owner of RYMAC Construction who saves time completing accurate construction estimates.
Customer spotlight – Northwoods Construction
Learn how Buildxact customer John Beiler uses construction management software to reduce the amount time needed to create estimates.
Featured blogs
Residential Construction Software Guide [2025]
Compare the best residential construction software for small to mid-sized home builders. Discover benefits, features, and reviews of the leading platforms.
2025 Guide to Landscape Estimating Software
Compare the best landscape estimating software for small residential builders. Includes benefits, essential features, and reviews of leading platforms.
Best Home Builder Software for Small Builders
Compare the best home builder software for small to mid-sized construction companies. Discover benefits, features, and reviews of the leading platforms.
Best Roofing Estimating Software for Builders
Compare the best roofing estimating software for small residential builders. Includes benefits, essential features, and reviews of leading platforms.
Best Takeoff Software Options for Builders
Compare the best construction takeoff software for small residential builders. Includes benefits, essential features, and reviews of leading platforms.
Top Construction CRM Software For Builders
Compare top construction CRM platforms for residential builders. Our buyer’s guide helps you find the right CRM for small to mid-sized construction firms.
5 Metrics Every Small Builder Should Track (But Probably Isn’t)
By Dustin Elliott, Products and Customer Insights Analyst, Buildxact
After running more than 1,400 trainings with builders across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the United States, plus countless webinars, events, and one-on-one calls, I can say confidently that these five metrics separate the builders running a successful business from the ones just trying to keep the
7 Top Construction Scheduling Software Platforms for Home Builders
In residential construction, your schedule is the backbone of every job.
With a small crew, multiple trades, and a homeowner eager for progress, one late delivery or no-show subcontractor can send the whole build sideways. Small hiccups can snowball into weeks of delays, blown budgets, and stressful client calls.For residential builders working to tight timelines and tight
Featured video tutorials
How to do a basic CF takeoff
Learn how to complete a cubic feet takeoff in Buildxact.
Setting up and using a Client Portal in Buildxact
https://youtu.be/-IvyTSBAZoo
This video covers what a client portal is, how to set it up and invite people to it, notifications your client gets and notifications you get as changes are made in Buildxact.
Setting up decking and flooring item assemblies
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twD7Q5o5E4s
This video covers how to use item assemblies for decking and flooring.
Setting up framing item assemblies
How to manage wall framing and junctions using Buildxact item assemblies.
How to build a drywall and insulation item assembly
This video will take you through how to set up a drywall and insulation item assembly.
Importing a pricelist
This video will show you how to load your own price catalog into Buildxact.
Completion percent invoicing and retention
This video covers completion percent invoicing
Cost plus invoicing
This video covers cost plus invoicing.
Featured eBooks
Mastering Construction Estimating and Scheduling: A Guide for Home Builders
Looking to become a residential builder? Check out our latest eBook to learn how to get started and established in the industry.
How to Become a Residential Builder
Looking to become a residential builder? Check out our latest eBook to learn how to get started and established in the industry.
6 Keys to Improving Home Construction Management
Learn how to improve your home construction management with these six key tips and tricks.
How to estimate construction costs
Learn how to accurately estimate construction project costs with our eBook.
How to build a winning construction proposal
Learn how to build a winning construction proposal with this helpful guide.
What is tendering in home construction?
Learn how tendering works for home building, and how your business can use Buildxact to win more work.
The ultimate guide to accurate home building estimates
Learn how to estimate quicker and more accurately with our ultimate guide to accurate estimates for home builders.
Unlock the secrets to effortless construction bids
Learn construction bidding secrets you can use right now to revitalize your construction quotes and win more work.
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