Free estimating tool
Try TradeBid Free for 7 Days: 3 Bids and 1 Takeoff Included
Start for $0.00 and get 7 days free with 3 bids and 1 takeoff. A card is required at checkout, and you won't be charged if you cancel before the trial ends. After that, plans start at $149/mo, or $100 for a single bid. Just need a format? Download our free construction bid template, or try our free estimate generator.
Build an editable, itemized construction estimate from plans, photos, or scope notes before you commit to a paid workflow.
The short answer: TradeBid is construction estimating software for specialty contractors who need a fast first estimate from plans or a written scope. Start with a 7-day trial with card on file, review every line, and export a client-ready proposal when it is ready.
- Upload blueprints, scope documents, photos, or notes.
- Review editable labor, material, markup, and exclusions.
- Create a branded PDF proposal without rebuilding the estimate in a spreadsheet.
Frequently asked questions
Is TradeBid free?
TradeBid is free for 7 days, with 3 bids and 1 takeoff included. A card is required at checkout. After the trial it's a paid plan (from $149/mo) unless you cancel.
Who is it for?
TradeBid is built for specialty subcontractors and small contractors, not enterprise project-management teams.
Should I send an automatic estimate without checking it?
No. Treat the output as a draft and review scope, quantities, assumptions, pricing, and exclusions before submitting.