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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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Modern Builders move faster

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

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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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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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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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

Builders community

Have questions about Handoff or need general business advice? You can speak with other contractors in Handoff Nation, our engaging Facebook community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the product and billing.

Where does your cost data come from?
Our rates come from the supplier relationships we have formed to integrate with their catalogs. In addition, we track labor rates across the country to make sure we're staying up to date with the fluctuations. Our costs update on a daily basis for every single city in the US.
Can your pricing be localized to my area?
Absolutely, your estimate will be localized to any location in the United States. When you create an estimate, we'll ask for your project location. Handoff will then generate your estimate with accurate rates specific to that location.
Does this work for my type of business?
Handoff works for all contractors and trades! Our platform can generate AI construction estimates and manage the project workflows for these businesses:
  • Remodelers
  • Fix and Flippers
  • Handyman Contractors
  • Kitchen and Bath Contractors
  • General Contractors
  • Home Builders
  • Deck Builders
  • Painters
  • Drywallers
  • Framers
  • Electricians
  • Plumbers
  • Finish Carpenters
  • Cabinet Makers
  • Countertop Installers
  • HVAC Contractors
  • Roofing and Siding Contractors
  • Doors and Windows Contractors
  • Concrete and Flatwork Contractors
  • Landscapers
  • Insurance Restoration Businesses
  • Property Managers
  • Design Builders
  • ADA Contractors
  • Real Estate Investors

And many more!

When will you have a certain feature that I need?
You can always find out what the Handoff team is working on by tracking our public roadmap. You can also request to add new features or recommend improvements at any time. Custom plan users also get early access to our new features.
Do you have an online community for customers?
Yes! Anyone can join our Facebook community called Handoff Nation. Jump in, ask questions, and see how other contractors are using Handoff to win more work.
Do you have an affiliate or ambassador program?
We currently offer both an affiliate and ambassador program! Affiliates earn commission when a new user signs up through your link. Ambassadors earn incentives like cash payments and gift cards for creating content for Handoff.
Do you offer homeowner financing options?
Yes, Handoff's Pro and Custom plan users can offer homeowner financing options through our partner Acorn Finance, on every proposal. This is an optional offering at no cost to you!
Does your AI read my drawings, photos, and other files?
Yes, Handoff users can upload almost any relevant file type like drawings, photos, and other documents. Our AI can extract important information from files such as square footage, quantities, material lists, and more. These can then be used to generate estimates more accurately.

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