Home Builders

Win more custom builds. Start with a faster takeoff.

Custom home projects have too many moving parts to manage with spreadsheets. Handoff gives you AI-powered takeoffs, professional proposals, and a system that keeps the whole project — from first bid to final walkthrough — in one place.

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Fix and flip investor using Handoff on site

Custom homes are complex. Your estimating tool should keep up.

Most builders still price jobs by hand or lean on gut feel. Handoff changes that — without requiring you to become a software expert.

AI takeoffs that match your scope

Describe the build, upload your plans, or walk through the home. Handoff generates a complete, line-item takeoff in minutes — organized by trade, ready to review.

Win the bid before you leave the lot

Turn your takeoff into a professional proposal in one click. Hand it to your client while you're still on site. No waiting, no follow-up emails, no lost jobs to a faster competitor.

One place for the whole project

From signed contract to final payment, every estimate, change order, invoice, and document lives in one system. You always know where things stand.

Protect your margins on every job

Pricing that syncs with local material costs means your estimates reflect what things actually cost today — not what they cost six months ago.

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See how top builders use Handoff to run their day-to-day on connected systems and AI, not sticky notes and memory.

GENERATING

AI Estimates

Handoff builds line-item estimates organized by trade — foundation, framing, plumbing, electrical, finishes. Every number is traceable. Every cost is defensible.

  • Upload plans or describe the project in plain language
  • AI generates scope across every trade automatically
  • Material pricing pulls from your local Lowe's and Home Depot
  • Adjust any line item before sending
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Lowe's
Home Depot
2
Tile
5 items
$ 960.37
2.1
Ceramic Wall Tile, Standard Grade
30 SF
$ 4.88
Material
$ 146.40
2.2
Modified Thinset Mortar, Gray
2 BG
$ 26.97
Material
$ 53.94
2.3
Sanded Tile Grout, Premium Grade
1 BG
$ 12.99
Material
$ 12.99
2.4
Aluminum Tile Edge Trim
10 LF
$ 14.82
Material
$ 148.20
2.5
Tile Installation Labor
30 SF
$ 19.96
Labor
$ 598.80

GENERATING

Proposals

One click converts your estimate into a polished proposal. Your client reads it, signs it, and pays the deposit — all in the same sitting.

  • Professional layout, your branding
  • AI writes the project description for you
  • Attach photos, plans, and documents
  • Collect e-signatures from any device
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GENERATING

Change Orders

Scope creep is the #1 way custom builders lose money. Handoff makes it easy to document every change, price it correctly, and get it approved before work starts.

  • Create change orders directly from any project
  • Client approves with a signature — no disputes later
  • Budget and timeline update automatically
  • Full audit trail of every change
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GENERATING

Invoicing

Custom builds are paid in draws. Handoff ties your invoices to project milestones so you get paid on schedule without chasing clients.

  • Milestone-based invoicing built into the project
  • Accept credit card, ACH, or check
  • Payment hits your account directly
  • Full payment history in one place
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How EJ Elliot Landed a $118,000 Remodel in His First Month

EJ didn't have a back-office team. He had Handoff. His AI Teammate handled the estimate and proposal so he could go from first contact to signed contract in under 24 hours.

EJ Elliot

EJ Elliot

Bellamore Contracting & Renovations, San Antonio, TX

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the product and billing.

How does the AI takeoff work for custom homes?
You describe the project — square footage, number of stories, finish level, key details — or upload floor plans or a spec sheet. The AI reads that information and produces a line-item takeoff organized by trade: site work, foundation, framing, roofing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, insulation, drywall, finishes, and more. You review, adjust any numbers, and send. Most custom home takeoffs take 4 to 8 minutes.
Are the material prices accurate for my area?
Yes. Handoff pulls live pricing from Lowe's and Home Depot based on your location. Prices update regularly so your estimates reflect what materials actually cost today in your market — not national averages from six months ago.
Can I use this for multi-phase custom builds?
Yes. You can structure estimates by phase, set up milestone-based invoicing, and manage change orders throughout the project lifecycle. Everything ties back to the original contract so you always know where you stand on budget.
Does Handoff work for spec builds too, not just custom homes?
Yes. Many builders use Handoff for both spec and custom work. For spec builds, you can duplicate and adjust past estimates quickly, which speeds up your cost modeling when you're planning multiple lots.
How long does it take to get started?
Most contractors complete their first AI takeoff within 20 minutes of signing up. There's no lengthy setup, no data migration, and no training required. You put in your project details and Handoff does the work.

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