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For contractors

A complete CRM for contractors

Run your entire business from one platform: create services, add clients, send quotes and invoices, track jobs, and collect payments. Your clients never need the app, and CRM plans start at $34.99 a month.

Five core features

Everything you need

A complete CRM designed for contractors, from first quote to final payment.

01

Create your services

Set up your service catalog with pricing, descriptions, and categories. These services become the foundation for quotes and invoices.

Create unlimited services

Set standard pricing and descriptions

Organize by categories

Update pricing anytime

Reuse services across quotes

02

Add your clients

Add clients with an email or phone number. They never need the QuoteAhead app to receive quotes or make payments.

Quick client onboarding

Email or phone number is all you need

No app installation for clients

Track client history

Add notes and tags

03

Send quotes

Create and send professional quotes by email or SMS. Clients accept, reject, or request changes through a web link. No app required.

Professional quote templates

Send by email or SMS

Track quote status

Clients respond through a web link

Convert quotes to jobs instantly

04

Manage jobs

Create job records for ongoing work, track status and progress, and keep everything organized in one place.

Visual job pipeline

Track job status and progress

Link jobs to quotes and invoices

Add notes and milestones

Set reminders and deadlines

05

Invoices and payments

Generate and send invoices by email or SMS. Clients pay online through a secure web link, and you track payment status in real time.

Professional invoice templates

Accept payments online

Track payment status

Automatic payment reminders

Export for accounting

The QuoteAhead Ledger, listing a contractor's requests, bids, quotes, and invoices alongside earned and paid totals
Key benefit

Your clients never need the app

Clients receive quotes and invoices by email or SMS and respond or pay through a web link. No download, no account creation, no friction.

Send quotes by email or SMS

Clients view and respond on the web

Accept online payments instantly

No app installation required

Works on any device

How a quote reaches your client

01

You send the quote or invoice by email or SMS

02

Your client gets a notification with a link

03

They open the link in any web browser

04

They review, respond, or pay

05

You get an instant notification

Complete workflow

From lead to payment

How the features work together across a typical project.

01

Add client

Create a client profile with basic contact info.

02

Select services

Choose from your pre-configured services.

03

Send quote

Generate and send a professional quote.

04

Quote accepted

Your client accepts through a web link.

05

Create job

Convert the quote to a job and track progress.

06

Complete work

Finish the job and add photos and notes.

07

Send invoice

Generate the invoice and send it to your client.

08

Get paid

Your client pays online instantly.

The impact

Why contractors love it

Real benefits that make a measurable difference in your business.

Save time

Create quotes and invoices in minutes, not hours. Status tracking replaces manual follow-ups.

Get paid faster

Clients pay online through a secure link, and funds land in your linked Stripe account within 1 to 2 business days.

Stay organized

All client data, quotes, jobs, and invoices live in one place. No more scattered files and spreadsheets.

Look professional

Branded quotes and invoices build trust with clients before you ever show up.

FAQ

Common questions

Everything you need to know about managing clients on QuoteAhead.

How much does the CRM cost?

Basic is $34.99 a month or $334.99 a year, and Pro is $99.99 a month or $959.99 a year. A free account can manage up to 5 clients. Either way the CRM is separate from the marketplace: bidding stays free and unlimited, and the awarded-job lead fee applies whether or not you subscribe, though Pro reduces it.

Do my clients need to download the QuoteAhead app?

No. Clients receive quotes and invoices by email or SMS and can view, respond, and pay through a web link. No app download or account creation required.

Can I customize my quotes and invoices?

Yes. Add your business logo, terms and conditions, and personalized notes. Quotes and invoices carry your business identity.

How do clients pay invoices?

Clients tap a secure payment link in the email or SMS and pay online through Stripe. Funds are deposited to your linked account within 1 to 2 business days.

Can I track which quotes have been viewed?

Yes. You can see when clients open quotes and where each one stands, so you know exactly when to follow up.

What happens if a client wants to negotiate a quote?

Clients can message you directly through the quote link to discuss changes. Update the quote and resend it, with all communication tracked in one place.

Can I manage multiple jobs for the same client?

Yes. You can have unlimited jobs per client, each with its own quotes, invoices, notes, and timeline, all organized under the client's profile.

Is there a mobile app for contractors?

Yes. Contractors get full access on iOS and Android, plus the web. Create quotes on the go and send invoices from the job site.

Start managing smarter

Keep track of your clients, quotes, and invoices with the CRM built for contractors. Get started on the web.