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No credit card · Works on any phone · Takes 30 seconds to set up

Why Contractors Lose Jobs to Slow Quoting

A customer asks for a quote. You say "I'll email it tonight." By morning, your competitor already sent theirs. You lost the job before you even started. Sound familiar?

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Quotes take too long

Manually writing up estimates in email or Excel burns 20–40 minutes per job. That's time you could be on-site earning money.

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Apps don't work on the job site

Most quoting software was built for a desk. Slow load times, clunky UIs, and no offline support make them useless in the field.

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Software costs eat your margin

Joist Pro runs $39–$449/month. ServiceTitan starts at $165/month. You're paying for features you don't need and missing ones you do.

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No e-signatures without paying extra

Customers sign on paper or via email confirmation. No legal trail. No instant acceptance. Every delay costs you a job.

Quote a Job in 30 Seconds — Here's How

Three steps. No training. No fluff. Built for contractors who are busy.

1

Open BidStack on your phone

No app download. Type bidstack.polsia.app in your browser. Takes 30 seconds to set up. Works on iPhone and Android.

2

Add line items from your catalog

Build a saved price list for your most common jobs — materials, labor, call-out fees. Tap to add. No typing the same thing twice.

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Send & get signed on the spot

Tap Send Quote. Your customer gets a professional PDF with a one-click e-signature link. You're notified the moment they sign.

BidStack vs Joist vs ServiceTitan

Most quoting software charges enterprise prices for features every contractor needs. Here's how the real numbers stack up.

Feature BidStack Joist Pro ServiceTitan
Monthly price $19/mo $39–$449/mo $165+/mo
Quote in 30 seconds
E-signatures included Paid add-on
Mobile-first (works on any phone) Partial
Saved price catalog
No per-user fees
Customer e-signature notifications Paid tier only
Training required None Some Extensive
Free trial ✓ 14 days Limited free tier

Pricing as of April 2026. Joist pricing based on published plans. ServiceTitan pricing based on reported average.

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Common Questions About Contractor Quoting Software

Is BidStack really free for contractors?
BidStack starts at $19/month — significantly less than Joist Pro ($39+/mo) or ServiceTitan ($165+/mo). There is no free tier, but you get a 14-day free trial with no credit card required to see if it works for you.
How fast can I create a quote with BidStack?
Most contractors build their first quote in under 30 seconds. You enter a job description, add line items from your saved catalog, and tap Send. The customer receives a professional PDF with an e-signature link in seconds.
Does BidStack work on mobile?
Yes. BidStack is built mobile-first so it works on any iPhone or Android phone. No app download required — it runs in your browser. Quote on a job site, in your truck, or anywhere you have a signal.
How does BidStack compare to Joist?
BidStack is faster, cheaper, and more reliable. Joist charges $39–$449/month for features like e-signatures and team access. BidStack includes all of that at $19/month flat. No crashes. No upsells. See the full comparison at bidstack.polsia.app/compare/joist.
Can I send quotes from my phone?
Absolutely. Tap Send Quote and your customer receives an email with a professional PDF and a one-click e-signature link. They can sign from any device. You get notified the moment they sign.
What types of contractors use BidStack?
Electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, general contractors, landscapers, painters, roofers, and any other tradesperson who sends estimates or quotes to customers.

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$19/mo flat · E-signatures included · Works on any phone