HVAC estimating software for subcontractors

Upload your mechanical scope or equipment schedule and TradeBid generates a complete HVAC bid — equipment, ductwork, controls, and startup — ready to win the job.

What TradeBid does for hvac contractors

  • Equipment selection and pricing from scope or schedules
  • Ductwork linear foot and fitting takeoffs
  • Controls, thermostats, and commissioning line items
  • Sheet metal, insulation, and hangers included
  • Branded PDF exportable from your phone on the jobsite

Residential and Commercial HVAC Estimating Software

TradeBid handles residential change-outs and new homes as well as commercial rooftop units, ductwork and controls. Upload the mechanical sheets or equipment schedule, review the draft equipment, duct and labor lines, and send a proposal the same day.

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How it works

  1. Upload your hvac scope or plans.
  2. TradeBid builds a line-item bid draft.
  3. Review, adjust, and send a branded PDF.

Start with a 7-day trial, then continue on Apprentice, Journeyman, or Master. You can also buy a single bid for $100.

Frequently asked questions

What HVAC scopes can TradeBid handle?

Rooftop unit replacements, new construction mechanical systems, duct extensions, mini-split installations, VAV systems, and tenant improvement HVAC work.

Can it handle both commercial and residential HVAC?

Yes. TradeBid scales to the scope — from a single-family system replacement to a multi-zone commercial build-out.

What if the equipment isn't specified yet?

TradeBid can bid based on tonnage and system type, then you update equipment specifics once selections are made.

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