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AICost Estimation

Chat-based AI estimating for contractors

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What is XBuild?

Agentic, chat-based estimating that turns measurement reports and site photos into finished contractor estimates in about 15 minutes.

15,000+ projects completed in first year; expanding to concrete, HVAC, painting and more

Key strengths

  • Finished roofing estimate in under 15 minutes from a chat
  • Reads EagleView, Hover and Roofr reports plus site photos
  • Real-time supplier pricing via ABC Supply
  • $19M Series A (N47, a16z)

Common use cases

roofing estimates, contractor proposals, insurance claim estimates, residential trade estimating, takeoff from measurement reports

Limitations to know

Residential trades focus, roofing first

At a glance

Category
Cost Estimation
Best for
Contractor, Estimator, Builder
Project phase
Pre-project, Planning
Typology
Residential
Pricing
Subscription; free trial

Frequently asked questions about XBuild

What is XBuild?

Agentic, chat-based estimating that turns measurement reports and site photos into finished contractor estimates in about 15 minutes. XBuild is a Cost Estimation tool in the AEC Hub directory.

Who is XBuild for?

XBuild is best suited for contractor, estimator, builder working in the pre-project and planning phases, particularly on residential projects.

How much does XBuild cost?

XBuild pricing: Subscription; free trial. Check the vendor's website for current details.

What are the key strengths of XBuild?

Finished roofing estimate in under 15 minutes from a chat. Reads EagleView, Hover and Roofr reports plus site photos. Real-time supplier pricing via ABC Supply. $19M Series A (N47, a16z).

What are alternatives to XBuild?

Top-rated Cost Estimation alternatives in the AEC Hub directory include Kreo Software, Cedar, ContractorCounter.

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