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# Home-Cost

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> Home-Cost is a web-based residential construction estimating solution that helps businesses manage estimation processes, select materials, and more from a unified platform. Staff members can choose the designs, receive real-time feedback, and access the cost database. It includes a comprehensive cost report that itemizes costs by line item and unit price.
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> Verdict: Rated **5.0/5** by 3 users. Top-rated for **Customer Support**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **5.0/5** | 3 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money |  | Based on overall reviews |
| Features |  | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | - | ( Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Home-Cost.com
- **Location**: Milford, US
- **Founded**: 2004

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$123.50
- **Pricing model**: Per Feature (Free version available) (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Pro Plan: $24.50/month/project with $99 setup fee (one-time)
Full Function Plan: $149 on a six month use period
Instant Plan: $39.95 on a six month use period
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Features

- Bid Management
- Cost Database
- Cost Estimating
- Customisable Reports
- Data Import/Export
- Job Costing
- Project Accounting
- Project Management
- Takeoff
- Third-Party Integrations

## Integrations (1 total)

- Microsoft Excel

## Support Options

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

## Category

- [Residential Construction Estimating Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/3646/flooring-estimating/software)

## Alternatives

1. [JobTread](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/259533/jobtread) — 4.9/5 (141 reviews)
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3. [ConstructionOnline](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/5857/uda-constructiononline) — 4.5/5 (596 reviews)
4. [Contractor Foreman](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/51221/contractor-foreman) — 4.5/5 (815 reviews)
5. [Houzz Pro](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/101873/houzz-pro) — 4.3/5 (1085 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Best online home cost estimating software" — 5.0/5

> **Tom** | *28 October 2015*
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> It takes a little practice to become proficient at using the software, but once learned, I can prepare a cost estimate for a home in under 4 hours.  I like that you can get within about 5% +/- with somewhat limited information.   The type of information on a Magazine or web page design, along with knowing the level of finishes, will allow you to complete the estimate.  I like that you can share the information with prospective clients from a general level to extremely detailed.  Using the program gives confidence to them in our expertise.   It works well as a "Reality Check" for clients whose expectations are too high.   It prevents wasted design time by then allowing you to design to a budget.

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### "This is a unique, professional, and more inclusive estimating program that is locally accurate" — 5.0/5

> **Stewart** | *30 October 2015*
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> Unlike most of the estimating programs out there, Home-Cost has a system based a approach which is reality, we cannot have a particular material without its supporting building materials and installation. Also,  Home-Cost has the ability to be sensitive to local building markets as well as offer a variety of qualities and options.

Home-Cost is a more sophisticated and easier approach to a very complex issue.

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### "Excellent Tool....sharp as a chisel" — 5.0/5

> **Jeffrey** | *27 October 2015*
> 
> I've used this program for many years. It is an excellent tool to help alleviate a clients concerns over the cost of a new home. It gives them a very open book view of the details of where the costs come from and how their decisions affect the bottom line. It allows the client to take a level of control when they need it the most.

## Links

- [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/332562/home-cost)

## This page is available in the following languages

| Locale | URL |
| en | <https://www.softwareadvice.com/construction/home-cost-profile/> |
| en-AU | <https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/332562/home-cost> |
| en-GB | <https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/332562/home-cost> |
| en-IE | <https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/332562/home-cost> |
| en-NZ | <https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/332562/home-cost> |

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