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Estimating tools for HVAC contractors

Measurement, estimating and proposal tools, including AI that drafts estimates from photos or a job description. We list 8 options that fit HVAC contractors; 6 publish a price. Checked October 14, 2026.

CompanyCam

Photo documentation app for contractors with AI-generated reports and checklists.

Price on vendor site

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Estimate Rocket

Estimating, job and CRM software for contractors with training and onboarding included.

From $139/month (3 users)

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Fergus

Job management software built for plumbers and electricians, covering quotes, jobs and invoicing.

From $53/user/month

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FieldPulse

Field service software for estimates, scheduling, invoicing and job management for trade contractors.

Price on request

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Housecall Pro

Field service software for scheduling, dispatch, estimates and invoicing, with an AI team that includes an AI CSR for calls and texts.

From $59/month (Basic, billed annually)

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Jobber

Field service software for quoting, scheduling, invoicing and payments, with AI features including an AI receptionist add-on.

From $29/month

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Joist

Estimating and invoicing app for contractors with templates and online payments.

From $8.34/month billed annually (Basics)

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Tradify

Job management software for trade businesses covering quotes, scheduling, timesheets and invoices.

From $47/user/month (Lite)

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Prices at a glance

ToolStarting price (checked October 14, 2026)BillingSource
CompanyCamSee vendor pricing pageMonthly or annual; free trialSource
Estimate Rocket$139/month (3 users)MonthlySource
FergusFrom $53/user/monthMonthly; free trialSource
FieldPulseContact for pricingQuoteSource
Housecall ProFrom $59/month (Basic, billed annually)Monthly or annual; 14-day free trialSource
JobberFrom $29/monthMonthly or annual; free trialSource
JoistFrom $8.34/month billed annually (Basics)Monthly or annualSource
Tradify$47/user/month (Lite)Monthly; 14-day free trialSource

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