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The EDGE

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Spec score 7.6 #17 of 29 in Construction Estimating Software

What it is

The EDGE combines blueprint takeoff and cost estimating for commercial specialty trade contractors and construction estimators. Takeoff measurements feed into estimates that populate material lists and labor budgets. Its listed trades include acoustical, concrete, drywall, EIFS, fireproofing, flooring, painting, roofing, waterproofing, and wall panels. Smart Labor adjusts production rates, labor time, and labor costs using job conditions set by the user. Proposal Writer uses Microsoft Word templates and more than 100 preloaded data points to prepare bids. Estimators can copy scenarios, compare variations, and create change orders from existing estimate data; customizable reports cover project management, accounting, and customer communication. The EDGE Estimator is installed locally, with cloud access for remote work and real-time collaboration. It lists integrations with FOUNDATION, Procore, and FollowUp CRM, plus takeoff connections to EagleView and Workpack. The vendor says its cloud stores bids and manufacturer databases in IBM Cloud, with geographic replication. Windows 11 Pro 64-bit is required for Estimator v12. Pricing is on request.

Spec sheet

Purpose
The EDGE combines construction takeoff and cost estimating in one software package for commercial subcontractors.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Product
The EDGE combines construction blueprint takeoff and cost estimating in one software package for specialty trade contractors.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Intended users
The product is designed for commercial specialty trade subcontractors and construction estimators.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
API
Estimating Edge provides an EDGE API documentation guide for integrations.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Integrations
The vendor lists integrations with FOUNDATION, Procore and FollowUp CRM, plus takeoff connections with EagleView and Workpack.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Security
The maker’s terms say it does not warrant that its services will be secure, uninterrupted or error-free.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Support
Support coverage is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, with support available at [email protected].Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Headquarters
Boynton Beach, Florida, United StatesRead 28 Sep 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Bidding
Users can copy scenarios, compare bid variations and create change orders from existing estimate data.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Cloud collaboration
The EDGE Construction Cloud stores bids and shared data in the cloud and supports real-time collaboration among estimators.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Database
The EDGE includes manufacturer-specific components and databases that can be customized for a contractor’s business.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Desktop requirement
The EDGE Estimator v12 requires Windows 11 Pro 64-bit; the maker says Intel and Apple silicon Macs can run it through Parallels or Boot Camp/VMware Fusion with Windows installed.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Foundation integration
The FOUNDATION integration syncs cost codes and classes and can send awarded project information and budgets from The EDGE to FOUNDATION.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Mobile companion
EDGE On Site runs on compatible iPads and lets foremen or project managers track production progress in the field.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Platform
The EDGE is installed locally on a computer and offers cloud access for remote work and real-time collaboration.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Proposal Writer
Proposal Writer uses customizable Microsoft Word templates and more than 100 preloaded data points to generate bid proposals.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Reporting
The software produces customizable reports for project management, accounting and customer communication.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Smart Labor
Smart Labor adjusts production rates, labor time and labor costs based on job conditions defined by the user.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Support webinars
Webinars are free to customers current on maintenance, and cover common support questions and requested topics.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Takeoff and estimating
Blueprint takeoff measurements feed into the estimate, where material lists and labor budgets are populated.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Trade coverage
The vendor lists acoustical, concrete, drywall, EIFS, fireproofing, flooring, painting, roofing, waterproofing and wall panel trades.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com
Trades
The EDGE offers trade-specific solutions including roofing, drywall, acoustical, concrete, flooring, painting, fireproofing, EIFS, wall panels and waterproofing.Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com

Plans and prices

The EDGE Priced on request Pricing not published; request a demo Read 5 Oct 2026 · estimatingedge.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Takeoff measurements populate estimates and budgets.
  • Scenario comparison and change orders use estimate data.
  • Trade-specific databases can be customized.
  • Cloud collaboration supports estimators working remotely.

Limits

  • Estimator v12 requires Windows 11 Pro 64-bit.
  • Pricing is available only on request.
  • Support hours are Monday through Friday, 8am–7pm ET.

Who it suits

The EDGE is intended for commercial specialty trade subcontractors and construction estimators. EDGE On Site is for foremen or project managers tracking production progress on compatible iPads.

Verdict

The EDGE connects takeoff, estimating, proposals, and bid changes for specialty trades. Prospective buyers need to request pricing and account for the Windows requirement for Estimator v12.

Where Specifiction places it

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