STACK

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Takeoff, estimating, project management & field productivity

About STACK

STACK offers a suite of cloud-based construction software solutions include takeoff and estimating, project management and field productivity software. STACK is a single and centralized platform from which to manage construction bidding processes and manage the entire construction process.

Incorporating takeoff measurement and markup tools, smart estimation technology, reports, real-time collaboration, streamlined bidding and customization capabilities, STACK aims to provide users with an accurate and flexible takeoff and estimating solution. Designed to accommodate any trade, STACK operates easily for landscaping, roofing or concrete and masonry projects as well as for general construction projects.

With STACK, users can measure digital plans, collaborate with team members, finalize project estimates and customize materials and pricing quickly and accurately. Concrete and masonry contractors can estimate footings, walls, site casts and tilt-up or lift-slab projects, while interior finish contractors can measure plans and determine quantities for ceiling, drywall, flooring and painting. STACK’s powerful measurement, markup and cutout tools are also beneficial for landscapers planning minor sitework, irrigation or paving and general contractors seeking to verify quantity takeoff. With these careful measurements, users can then apply material, labor and equipment costs accordingly.

Every STACK user has access to a library of industry specific material databases, customizable takeoff and estimating reports and organizational tools such as the bid calendar dashboard, optical character recognition (OCR), auto naming and bookmarking. STACK provides users with a cloud-based, floating license which allows users to access and utilize STACK features at any time, from any location. To further enhance STACK’s flexibility, users receive automatic software updates and on-demand training.


Key benefits of STACK

  • STACK functions as a cloud-based, floating license, affording users the flexibility to access STACK and utilize its features on the go, at any time.

  • Users can create customizable takeoff and estimating reports, stimulating valuable insight into bidding processes.

  • Includes an integrated cost database as well as the option to import customized pricing.

  • STACK includes advanced measurement and markup tools, enabling users to calculate cost estimates accurately.

  • STACK offers on-demand training and automatic software updates, providing users with ongoing support and up-to-date software improvements.

  • STACK facilitates comprehensive project organization, giving users a calendar dashboard and OCR, auto naming and bookmarking capabilities.

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    Reviews

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    4.5 /5
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    Value for Money
    4.3/5
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    4.2/5
    Ease of Use
    4.5/5
    Customer Support
    4.7/5

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    Sunshine
    Sunshine
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    • Industry: Building Materials
    • Company size: 11–50 Employees
    • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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    Great product. Customer support right in app and always quick to respond.

    Reviewed on 2018/02/07

    Pros

    This product is incredibly simple to use, but a very powerful tool. The calendar makes organizing projects by due date easy. You can quickly see what's coming up and space them out when a larger project takes more time. The search function to find past projects is imperative.

    Doing takeoffs is much easier now. I can export final dwgs and reports so that my sales rep can go back and see exactly what I quoted and where. All the work is saved so I can back and reference it or change it if plans change.

    The lines and symbols are easy to read and quick to set up. You can dimension the plans when needed and add call outs. The cloud tool is useful for items I have a question about. I can even copy and paste a line several times instead of having to draw it out each time.

    Being able to add labels to the takeoff is crucial. It makes my quotes much more powerful when I say exactly where I found each product. It also helps if there is a change to the plan later. I can easily remove one section by using the Geometric Report instead of having to dig through all the plans.

    The ability to use two screens is awesome! When I find a particular detail and have to match it to the plan, it is much easier to have one screen with the detail and one with the plan.

    Cons

    Some things are not customizable. I can't change the default dimension color or size. But once you set it, it remembers the changes for that page only.

    I can't rearrange the sheets with the tabs on top. I have to open them in the order I need. So if I find a detail on another sheet, I may have to close some tabs and them reopen them in the order I need.

    It does integrate with Excel reports, but Excel charges a monthly subscription for that. I am also waiting for the symbol search tool.

    Joe
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    • Industry: Real Estate
    • Company size: 51–200 Employees
    • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    Stack can step up your game and make a difference in your presentation.

    Reviewed on 2023/10/12

    I enjoyed the software solution, I was able to quickly input new plans and begin taking off...

    I enjoyed the software solution, I was able to quickly input new plans and begin taking off projects with ease.

    Pros

    Stack is customizable and formatted to provide a professional image with as much or as little detail as is needed.

    Cons

    Just didn't have project management implemented yet.

    Ronald
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    • Industry: Construction
    • Company size: 51–200 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

    Missing a lot of user features of other software

    Reviewed on 2023/07/21

    Takes twice as long as our previous software to navigate and load pages

    Takes twice as long as our previous software to navigate and load pages

    Pros

    Works online so multiple people can have access at the same time

    Cons

    VERY hard to navigate between plans and takeoffs

    Chris
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    • Industry: Wholesale
    • Company size: 51–200 Employees
    • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

    Material Distribution takeoffs

    Reviewed on 2023/07/31

    There is a learning curve but once you know the product the time savings and accuracy you get is...

    There is a learning curve but once you know the product the time savings and accuracy you get is great.

    Pros

    We use a small portion of the STACK Product to do takeoffs on roofing, Siding and Metal only. It is a service we offer to our customers and the time savings of doing it digitaly and not with a print and scales is priceless. We are at a point that we can now charge a fee for the service as well

    Cons

    We only use a small portion of the product but pay for the whole thing. It would be great if you could pay for only the segments you use.

    Zeke
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    • Industry: Construction
    • Company size: 51–200 Employees
    • Used Daily for 1+ year
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    • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

    My experience with Stack

    Reviewed on 2024/03/29

    Pros

    I love stack overall. Its super easy to use and we take advantage of the integration that’s in it.

    Cons

    I wish they had more mark up features. Such as arrows, boxes, circles, and I also wish they had a better cloud markup tool. To make it adjustable of the sizing and not just one size.

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    STACK FAQs

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    STACK offers the following pricing plans:

    • Starting from: US$1,899.00/year
    • Pricing model: Free Version, Subscription
    • Free Trial: Not Available

    STACK's Takeoff & Estimate pricing offers different options based on the number of users, starting at $2,999 per user per year for 1 users, $2,599 per user per year for 2 users, and $2,199 per user per year for 3+ users.

    STACK has the following typical customers:

    Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000

    STACK supports the following languages:

    English

    STACK supports the following devices:

    STACK integrates with the following applications:

    Acumatica Cloud ERP, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Billd, Box, Buildertrend, Dropbox Business, Evernote Teams, FollowUp CRM, Google Docs, Google Drive, Microsoft Excel, Nearmap, OneDrive, Procore, QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, RedTeam Flex, SmartBid, TopBuilder, eSUB

    STACK offers the following support options:

    Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat

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