How fast can I create an estimate with QuickProposal?

Most contractors can build and send a complete proposal in about 2 minutes. Enter customer info, upload photos, add your scope and pricing, and QuickProposal generates a ready-to-sign estimate instantly.

Can I customize proposals for my trade?

Yes. QuickProposal lets you add trade-specific line items, materials, labor descriptions, warranty terms, and photos relevant to your scope of work. Whether you're a Cloud-Based Proposal or any other trade, the proposal adapts to your pricing structure.

Can customers e-sign and pay online?

Yes. Customers review the proposal on any device, sign electronically, and pay a deposit or the full amount online via Stripe. No printing, scanning, or chasing checks required.

Does QuickProposal work on mobile devices?

Yes. QuickProposal is fully responsive and works on phones, tablets, and desktops. Create and send proposals directly from the job site using any modern browser — no app download needed.

How much does cloud-based proposal software cost?

QuickProposal starts at $19/month for solo contractors (Starter plan with 20 proposals/month). The Pro plan is $49/month for unlimited proposals, and the Team plan is $79/month for up to 3 users. All plans include AI-powered proposals, e-signatures, and Stripe payment collection.

Cloud-Based Proposal Software Access Your Proposals from Anywhere

No software to install. No data to back up. QuickProposal lives in the cloud — create, send, and manage proposals from any device with an internet connection.

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⚡ Fast estimates

Turn job details into a polished digital proposal in about 2 minutes — for any trade.

📸 Photo-backed scope

Attach job-site photos so customers see exactly what's included and why.

✍️ Sign + 💳 pay

Collect e-signatures and deposit payments online via Stripe — no chasing checks.

What Is Cloud-Based Proposal Software?

Cloud-based proposal software is a web application hosted on secure servers that contractors access through any browser. All proposal data — customer info, scope of work, photos, signatures, and payments — is stored in the cloud, so there's nothing to install, no data to back up manually, and no risk of losing proposals if your computer crashes.

QuickProposal is 100% cloud-based. Log in from your phone at the job site, your tablet in the truck, or your laptop at home — your proposals, customers, and payment history are always accessible. Combined with built-in e-signatures and Stripe payment processing, it's a complete proposal management platform with zero IT overhead.

Common Cloud-Based Proposal Estimating Problems

Handwritten quotes look unprofessional

Scribbled estimates on notebook paper make customers question your credibility and shop around for someone who looks more established.

Estimates take too long to write

Every hour spent formatting proposals at a desk is an hour you could be quoting new jobs, managing crews, or finishing billable work on site.

Vague scopes cause disputes

When line items are missing or descriptions are unclear, customers dispute charges, request free extras, and delay payment — costing you time and money.

How Cloud-Based Proposal Proposal Software Works

From job-site visit to signed agreement — six simple steps

Enter customer & job info

Add the customer name, property address, and job type — repair, install, replacement, or new build.

Upload job-site photos

Attach photos of the work area, existing conditions, damage, or measurements for full documentation.

Add details & pricing

Enter scope of work, materials, labor, quantities, and pricing — line by line or with AI assistance.

Review & send

Confirm scope, totals, and terms — then send a polished, branded proposal to the customer instantly.

Customer signs online

Your customer reviews the proposal and e-signs from any phone, tablet, or computer — no printing needed.

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Get paid instantly

Collect a deposit or the full payment by credit card via Stripe — funds hit your account fast.

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Why Cloud-Based Proposals Choose QuickProposal

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Trade-specific flexibility

Scope prompts and line items tailored for HVAC, plumbing, roofing, painting, landscaping, electrical, flooring, remodeling, and general contracting — no generic forms.

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2-minute estimate creation

Build and send a complete online estimate before the customer calls your competitor — right from the job site.

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Photo documentation

Attach job-site photos so the scope of work is clear, defensible, and easy for customers to understand.

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Electronic signatures

Get approvals fast — customers e-sign proposals from any device, eliminating printing, scanning, and delays.

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Online deposits & payments

Collect deposits instantly via Stripe to lock in scheduling, order materials, and improve cash flow.

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Mobile-ready

Fully responsive — create, send, and track proposals from your phone or tablet at the job site, in the truck, or at home.

Built for Every Contractor Trade

QuickProposal is a universal quote builder that adapts to the way each trade works.

🌡️ HVAC Contractors

Create estimates for furnace installs, AC replacements, duct cleaning, mini-splits, and maintenance agreements with equipment specs and warranty details.

🔧 Plumbing Contractors

Quote pipe repairs, water heater replacements, drain cleaning, re-pipes, and fixture installs with itemized parts and labor.

🏠 Roofing Contractors

Send proposals for shingle replacements, metal roofing, flat roof repairs, storm damage restoration, and full tear-offs with photo documentation.

🎨 Painting Contractors

Build proposals for interior and exterior painting, staining, cabinet refinishing, and commercial painting with room-by-room or area-based pricing.

🌿 Landscaping Contractors

Estimate lawn care, hardscaping, irrigation, tree removal, and landscape design projects with detailed material lists and service schedules.

⚡ Electrical Contractors

Generate quotes for panel upgrades, rewiring, EV charger installs, lighting retrofits, and generator hookups with code-compliant scope descriptions.

What Contractors Are Saying

"I run an HVAC company and used to spend 45 minutes per estimate in Excel. QuickProposal cut that to 2 minutes, and my close rate went up because the proposals look sharp."

Mike R. – HVAC Contractor, Phoenix AZ

"The photo feature is a game-changer. Homeowners see the problem, understand the scope, and stop negotiating line items. Plus, Stripe payments mean I get deposits the same day."

Angela T. – General Contractor, Charlotte NC

"We do plumbing and drain work. Being able to send a digital proposal from the truck and have the customer sign on their phone — that's how contracting should work."

Carlos M. – Plumbing Contractor, Houston TX