CoConstruct

I am actually in the process of building now and like using the app and communicating through it. There are only a few glitches and/or use things that might help in the future. 1. The “back” button when you are in any of the selections tabs is touchy. I have to push it so many times. 2. Any and ALL documentation should be archived instead of disappearing until the build is complete. We have gone back and forth about a couple things with our builder and they completely removed a few uploaded pictures and estimates. Again, just put them in an archived area, but allow us to access them until the end. Luckily we printed a few things out, but not all of them. Overall, super easy to use.

We are custom home builder with large volume. We are cost plus business model. We needed a way to get all on the same page with clients and our staff. It has given us transparency, organization, connectivity, and direction. We would not have been able to get over the hump without this system. We recommend this for any construction company that is serious about growth and understands the value of processes. Our clients have been thrilled with it and in some cases it actually covered our tail because all the Documentation of communication is recorded. There are so many other ways we use this software. It’s worth every penny and so glad we spent the time and effort to truly understand it. There was a tough learning curve in the beginning but with CC internal support and training we moved through it then we really opened it up. With anything that offers great reward there is often a struggle in the beginning. If anyone ever needs to chat about this then feel free to reach out to us at Millhaven Homes. Happy to share.

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These people are completely crooks. They lied point blank when they were selling me the access to there software just to get $170 from me. During my first tutorial I realized they do not have an option to create an estimate based on your plans. I asked again to clarify at that point I was told their product does not offer that option. Throwout our conversations prior to purchasing the product I was told that the coconstuct offer a lot more and we have 90 day money back guarantee. When I told him that this is not what I wanted they tell me I can’t get my money back because I didn’t keep it for 90 days. I’m letting these thieves charge my card for 90 days for something that will not even work for me. So folks be carful dealing with #1 crooks in construction industry. Plus someone told me I can dispute charges with my credit card company since they these are fraudulent charges.

I won't talk about the benefits of coconstruct here, as builders that use it know it's immense value. The reviewer that have one star apparently didn't read anything about the software before purchasing! The app itself is constantly being improved, just like the web version. These folks listen to input, and I have seen changes made after I have suggested things. Overall, good functionality that keeps getting better, from an honest company.

Check out “Home Building Excel Spreadsheet” on Etsy (store name on Etsy is “Spreadsheets4Life”). It has cost/schedule (Gantt) and a step-by-step checklist. It even has an estimated draw schedule. If you’re a smaller company it may take care of your needs. Co Construct may be overkill for what you are doing. If so, why pay so much each month. The Etsy spreadsheet is a one-time cost.