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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    4.3/5
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    4.2/5
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    4.5/5
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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 07/02/2018

    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.

    Grant
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    • Industry: Environmental Services
    • Company size: 11–50 Employees
    • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    STACK has been integral in the growth of our company.

    Reviewed on 28/07/2023

    I am extremely impressed with STACK. The tools, support, and ease of use are far beyond any other...

    I am extremely impressed with STACK. The tools, support, and ease of use are far beyond any other takeoff tool that I have used.

    Pros

    Using the takeoffs, items, and assemblies I am able to create accurate proposals and deliver them in a timely manner. This has increased my efficiency in immeasurable ways. Takeoffs that took me multiple days to finish by hand are now able to be completed in a couple hours.

    Cons

    When working on large projects, sometimes the system gets laggy. It only happens with the largest plans I deal with, when there are dozens of takeoffs being measured.

    Sara
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    • Industry: Construction
    • Company size: 11–50 Employees
    • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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    Reviewed on 24/07/2023

    I rate it a 3 for the overall as it is easy to access from the office to the field, the clients...

    I rate it a 3 for the overall as it is easy to access from the office to the field, the clients have a hard time reading the proposal so we do not use that function. It is very expensive. We have several plans to bid and updated plan occur all the time during the bid process which is not user friendly.

    Pros

    Online takeoff that the office to the field

    Cons

    Multi window option when completing takeoff. When updated plans coming out it is not user friendly.

    Daniel
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    • Industry: Construction
    • Company size: 51–200 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    Great Cloud Based Software for Estimating & Takeoff

    Reviewed on 31/07/2023

    10/10, all of my users love it and all of our PMs say it's the best takeoff tool thus far in their...

    10/10, all of my users love it and all of our PMs say it's the best takeoff tool thus far in their careers. Even the more seasoned ones.

    Pros

    Fantastic takeoff features, great training and support, one of if not the first cloud-based takeoff platforms. All for a reasonable price.

    Cons

    There are no real negatives to STACK that me or any of our users can think of.

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    Reasons for Switching to STACK

    Coud functionality was the main focus.
    Kathy
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    • Industry: Retail
    • Company size: 51–200 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    A great product that save time and accurately figures out materials and costs per project

    Reviewed on 31/07/2023

    [sensitive content hidden], our sales manager for our counter sales people loves it and he uses it...

    [sensitive content hidden], our sales manager for our counter sales people loves it and he uses it everyday. Colin, who also does bids and has been intigrating his takeoff with STACK also loves the programs as it has been easy to learn, and is easy to turn off or on features that we want for our customers.

    Pros

    I tested STACK a few years ago as our sales team spent hours figuring out materials and costs longhand. STACK was incredibly easy to learn and cut our sales teams time spent on large and small projects by so much. We have been able to get back to the contractor quickly with an accurate quote

    Cons

    Right now, there are more pros than cons. We do sheet metal and gutters, so it would be nice to have that available in STACK also as our jobs often cross over on several products for the same job

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    STACK FAQs

    Below are some frequently asked questions for STACK.

    STACK offers the following pricing plans:

    • Starting from: US$1,899.00/year
    • Pricing model: Subscription
    • Free Trial: Available

    STACK's Takeoff & Estimate pricing offers different options based on the number of users, starting at $2,999 per user per year for 1-2 users, $1,999 per user per year for 3-4 users, and $1,899 per user per year for 5+ users. STACK's Build & Operate pricing offers Essential features for $599 per user per year or Pro features, including Workflows and Daily Reports, for $699 per user per year. A custom quote is available for Full STACK Platform.

    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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