Best Roofing Estimate Software (2026): Shingles, Squares, and Fast Approvals

Roofing estimates should be simple:

• Squares
• Tear-off and disposal
• Underlayment and flashing
• Upgrades (better shingle, ventilation, etc.)

But most contractors are still typing Word docs or using generic construction software.

BidBlitz is built for residential and small commercial roofing.

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What roofing estimate software should include

1) Pricing by squares (not by guessing)

Enter the number of squares. Software auto-calculates:

• Shingle cost
• Labor cost
• Tear-off cost
• Disposal cost

You can override per job, but defaults save time.

2) Clean, homeowner-friendly proposals

Roofing proposals fail when they're cluttered with jargon.

Homeowners need to see:

• What you're doing (scope in bullets)
• What it costs (clear line items)
• What happens next (deposit to lock schedule)
• Warranty info (material + labor)

BidBlitz generates phone-friendly proposals with all of this.

3) Deposit collection (before the schedule)

Roofing jobs are high-ticket and weather-dependent.

Without deposits:

• Customers keep shopping
• Material orders get delayed
• Crew schedules shift

With deposits:

• Job is locked
• Materials are ordered
• Crew time is protected

BidBlitz includes Stripe deposit links in every proposal.

4) Upgrade options (upsells)

Margin lives in upgrades:

• Better shingle (architectural vs. 3-tab)
• Synthetic underlayment
• Ridge vents
• Gutter guards

Present these as optional add-ons in the proposal (not buried in a paragraph).

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BidBlitz for roofing contractors

BidBlitz helps you:

• Quote by squares (or custom line items)
• Send clean proposals (mobile-ready)
• Collect deposits via Stripe
• Track bid status (sent / viewed / approved / paid)
• Automate follow-ups (email/SMS on paid plans)

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FAQ

Can I add photos to the proposal?

Yes — before photos help homeowners understand the scope.

Can I include warranty info?

Yes — you can add warranty terms to the proposal notes.

Do I need to be online to create a quote?

The mobile app lets you start building the quote offline, but you'll need internet to send it.

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The bottom line

Roofing proposals should be fast, clear, and deposit-ready.

BidBlitz makes that the default.

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