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.

Pricing starting from:

US$2 499,00/year

  • Free Version
  • Free Trial
  • Subscription

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.
  • Typical Customers

    • Freelancers
    • Small Businesses (2-50)
    • Mid-size Companies (51-500)
    • Large enterprises (500 and more)

    Deployment

    • Cloud-based
    • On-premise

    Markets

    Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany and 6 others

    Supported Languages

    English

    Pricing starting from:

    US$2 499,00/year

    • Free Version
    • Free Trial
    • Subscription

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    Features

    Total features of STACK: 59

    • API
    • Activity Dashboard
    • Aerial Measurement
    • Assembly Takeoff
    • Audit Trail
    • Automatic Backup
    • Bid Management
    • Billing & Invoicing
    • Built-In Database
    • Calendar Management
    • Collaboration Tools
    • Commercial
    • Commercial/Industrial
    • Cost Database
    • Cost Estimating
    • Cost Tracking
    • Customer Database
    • Customizable Reports
    • Data Import/Export
    • Dispatch Management
    • Document Management
    • Document Storage
    • Electrical Estimating
    • Electronic Plans
    • Estimating
    • For AEC Industry
    • For General Contractors
    • For HVAC Companies
    • For Plumbing Industry
    • HVAC Estimating
    • Historical Database
    • Job Costing
    • Job Management
    • Labor Cost Reporting
    • Mobile Access
    • Plumbing Estimating
    • Prebuilt Assembly
    • Project Estimating
    • Project Management
    • Project Planning
    • Project Planning/Scheduling
    • Project Tracking
    • Project Workflow
    • Projections
    • Proposal Generation
    • Quotes/Estimates
    • Real Time Analytics
    • Real Time Data
    • Real Time Notifications
    • Real Time Reporting
    • Real-time Updates
    • Reporting & Statistics
    • Reporting/Analytics
    • Residential
    • SSL Security
    • Scheduling
    • Takeoff
    • Task Scheduling
    • Work Order Management

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    Reviews

    Overall rating

    4,5 /5
    (1 271)
    Value for Money
    4,3/5
    Features
    4,2/5
    Ease of Use
    4,5/5
    Customer Support
    4,7/5

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    Trevor
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    • Industry: Construction
    • Used Daily for 1+ year
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    STACK Pro had brought our company's estimating to a while new level!

    Reviewed on 2018/02/12

    Accurate painting takeoffs for commercial & residential construction projects.

    Accurate painting takeoffs for commercial & residential construction projects.

    Pros

    The Items & Assemblies feature of STACK Pro allow us to create estimates that are accurate and detail focused.

    Cons

    Although STACK has already started deploying hot keys in their estimating software, we would really like to see a "DELETE" hot key. We also think having the ability to move drawing tabs around in the plan screen (similar to how one can move Google Chrome tabs in their browser) would help keep drawings in-order if they have been opened out of sequence.

    Tyler
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    • Industry: Construction
    • Company size: 201–500 Employees
    • Used Daily for 1+ year
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    • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

    Great bang for the buck estimating software.

    Reviewed on 2021/10/15

    Overall I have been very happy with STACK and its team.

    Overall I have been very happy with STACK and its team.

    Pros

    The customer support is top notch with instant and clear replies with real people. The learning curve for creating takeoff's is very user friendly.

    Cons

    The proposal generation is limited on what you can show or customize with the layout.

    Alternatives Considered

    OnScreen

    Reasons for Choosing STACK

    ProEst was very slow and clunky with long wait times for help.

    Switched From

    ProEst

    Reasons for Switching to STACK

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    Elijah
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    • Industry: Construction
    • Company size: 2–10 Employees
    • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
    • Review Source

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    • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

    Worst customer service I have encountered across any platform.

    Reviewed on 2022/02/04

    (stated in terms and conditions), they were going to make an exception, and provide me a full...

    (stated in terms and conditions), they were going to make an exception, and provide me a full refund. 6 hours later, [SENSITIVE CONTENT] called me back to inform me she had called the wrong customer, and they were not going to be able to give me a refund after all. After going over the above scenario again, she said that as an adult, I should take responsibility for completing the sale without taking the time to read through the terms and conditions. Nothing like being insulted by a “Customer Success Manager”. I told her I would like to speak with her supervisor, and she assured me I would be contacted by EOD today. I was not. I have been in the industry for some time, and for a zero-refund policy to be enforced on a product with virtually no demo is unheard of, especially when they can log on and see that I have received NOTHING of value from them. Instead, Stack has resorted to bullying and insults. She also assured me all upcoming trainings would be canceled, but I wound up doing that after both trainers reached out to me. At this point, it is possible she “forgot” to put the request in, like she “forgot” to cancel the upcoming trainings. Just make sure you want to be married to these guys for a full year before you sign!

    Pros

    The trainer was knowledgeable and polite, but software itself was clunky and over complicated. Too many options with slight variations for the same things.

    Cons

    My experience with Stack’s customer service has been the worst I have ever encountered. I am a new business owner in the construction industry in Florida. We do have a good network of clients, but it is small, and I told the salesman that I only do a handful of new builds a year and I could not justify Stack’s high yearly rate. The “demo” for stack only comes with 10 measurements and he insisted I would see the value once I had full access the system. He also offered a 25% discount if I completed the sale with him on the phone (a tactic to push you into a rushed decision which I stupidly fell for). I said I would try it out and we went through the purchasing process. Again, feeling as though I was against the clock and trying to rush through while on the phone, I did not click the terms and conditions link. I was then set up for 3 trainings, each an hour long. A lot of training, for an easy-to-use program…After the first training it became abundantly clear this program would bring no value to my company. No harm no foul right? I contacted the Customer service rep and informed them that, as I thought, this program was not right for me, and I would like a refund. It was inside a week, and I had not produced anything close to a useable quote. I stay very busy, and do not have time to take classes on how to constantly update this software. I was contacted a day or so later by [SENSITIVE CONTENT] to inform me that, even though it is against their policy to issue ANY refunds

    Kendall
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    • Industry: Construction
    • Company size: 2–10 Employees
    • Used Weekly for 1+ year
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    • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

    High Ease - Low Effort

    Reviewed on 2023/01/11

    We have been able to complete takeoffs and bid much quicker.

    We have been able to complete takeoffs and bid much quicker.

    Pros

    Uploading plans, maneuvering through plans, ease of takeoffs, tremendous support and creation of proposals.

    Cons

    They now have the ability to use on a cell phone, but it is an addt' fee and pretty steep. The software is already pricey (worth it) but the fact that you have to pay more for a feature it should come with is frustrating.

    Kyle
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    • Industry: Restaurants
    • Company size: 51–200 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

    Our team uses this daily

    Reviewed on 2022/04/19

    Its a great tool in our system and we use regularly, with our new addition of ProCore and having...

    Its a great tool in our system and we use regularly, with our new addition of ProCore and having these programs linked is huge to make sure we are always working off the most up to date planset without having to do multiple uploads

    Pros

    Anyone who can operate a computer can get into the program and start doing takeoffs immediately.

    Cons

    It would really be helpful for there to be a go-back/undo function. I wish there were some more filter options. Most all of these have been listed by our team on the feature requests.

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    STACK FAQs

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    STACK offers the following pricing plans:

    • Starting from: US$2 499,00/year
    • Pricing model: Free Version, Subscription
    • Free Trial: Available

    Free -> $0/year Start -> Great for Single Estimators - $2,499/year Grow -> Perfect for Precon Teams - $5,499/year

    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:

    Autodesk Construction Cloud, Box, Buildertrend, Dropbox Business, Evernote Teams, Google Docs, Google Drive, Microsoft Excel, OneDrive, Procore, RedTeam Flex, SmartBid, eSUB

    STACK offers the following support options:

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

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