How I use Buildertrend for my Construction Company

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[@Jesse_Lane]

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[@lonewilliams5566]

This is my sign to move fully to commercial. I’m over residential! Thanks for this video.

[@whizzbrandfidelity7823]

Outstanding, articulate, down to earth, educated, funny, comfortable, professional, educational, fun, ethical, responsible, VALUABLE tutorial, outstanding job spelling out what you LOVE and respect regarding Buildertrend! Outstanding Mr. Jesse!!

[@lauraluchsinger9019]

I'm applying for a job in the residential building industry and made it to round two. In round 1 asked what project software they use and they said, 'buildertrend' and my first research video is you! Thanks for this tutorial; so valuable.

[@edgaralfred_films]

That was a great vid bro, waiting for all those future vid ideas. Looking forward to future vids man!

[@sabatinoconstruction]

Love the vid! I been using BT for about a year now, still a long way to go to get on your level. Definitely looking forward to the other videos. Thanks!

[@strongestccp]

Such a great video, I have been looking for something like this, there are so many apps out there, thanks for putting light into buildertrend!

[@PavedToPines]

Dude, incredible. Different space, but same space, ya know. We are custom RV builders. Came across your vid looking for more real world demos and my god did this get the ideas flowing. Hope you're still crushing it and nearly hitting that 8 figure mark you were yappin about. Cheers man!

[@silknvtion5045]

I’m so glad I found you. Your deliverance with your information makes me want to keep watching. So thanks dude. You definitely got my sub. And bell. 👍🏽👍🏽

[@Jesse_Lane]

Yay 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@avavillegas]

Watched 2nd video and I KNOW your channel is going to blow up! So much great content. But your personality MAN... makes this channel Epic! This video was the bidding how to. And you shared a comment on not high like high... ha ha. Memorable!

[@misseirojram]

I like your vid style!! Thanks for the runthrough!

[@primoservices5636]

wow so much great info. I have heard of some of these programs but your showing daily use of this and its great. I will be looking to get this set up in the near future. I appreciate you man this is very professional and most of all useful and will help me make money. So glad you put this up. Keep up the good work you are helping us be better . Till the next one !

[@Jesse_Lane]

I’m so glad! I’m putting a lot of money, time and effort into these videos.

[@henryklassen6636]

I LOVE your energy and humor😅😅

[@thynun_official]

Great video and love the casual attitude!

[@skywerke3]

Great video - keep them coming. I tried builder trend a while back and felt there was too much red tape but after seeing this video I think I will give it another run especially now that the company has grown.

[@Jesse_Lane]

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[@jeffzundel3165]

Hey Jesse! First off, awesome video showing the basic ways you use Buildertrend. However, I am noticing that almost 2 years later, all those video ideas you had on how to use Buildertrend have not happened! When I first saw this video I was stoked and wanted to know more. Your way of going through and explaining BT is less of a tutorial and more of a real world example of how to use it. Since I just started a job for a company and am trying to set them up with BT, I was hoping to find more. :( Really hoping that you're still planning on making those vids!!

[@laurynsorrells2735]

Thanks for the high energy it made me want to subscribe and follow your business. I work with a construction business and 100% am SIKED about Builder Trend. Thanks for the comments and advice. Look forward to supporting your channel!!

[@Jesse_Lane]

Yay!!!!

[@trevormartin698]

Love it Jesse! Especially loved the Division Breakout on the Project's cost! Keeps it simple and accurate, which is exactly the way it should be. I'll be looking your site for some 1x1 consultation!

[@trevormartin698]

Hey Jesse - Quick question about BT that I cannot seem to track down. The BT site shows a pricing structure for the first three months only. Do they change their pricing structure after three months? You noted that ProCore charges by the project's cost. I'm hoping BT does not do that as well. Thanks!

[@tommyssanderson]

cool video Jesse - I'm looking to put in Buildertrend into a construction company I am doing consulting with & I think this video really helped! I'll be sure to let the sales rep also know that!!! Thanks man (We are in the UK) Subscribed & Liked

[@gregharris128]

Great content, dude. I’m in the process of cost coding/template creation for commercial accounts. TY

[@Jvedder320]

Great video! Would love a whole series on BT! Like Samuel Paquette said... would be awesome to see process start to finish. Thanks!

[@krizzydecastro8235]

Thank you for your videos! ❤️ I got hired after an interview.

[@matthewholmes4902]

great info, thanks jesse!

[@KA-oi4yf]

Thanks a ton for this explanation

[@lowermountroyal221]

So many good video ideas! Went to look for them on your channel and sadly couldn't find any of them! looking through the comments there are others in search of these videos, I have subscribed in hopes that you continue putting out vids like these.

[@Jesse_Lane]

Can you write the time code where I mention the ideas? I’ll search through and work on making those videos!

[@davesolomon4367]

Looking forward to your 💡 BT series.

[@gregzamora9]

Wow!!! Great info!!!

[@briangatewood802]

I just started using BT and I’ll say it’s amazing.

[@erajliyanage]

Awesome, thanks man

[@operationhotshotinc.6887]

we need a whole series on Buildertrend

[@HCIHuddConstructionInc]

Nice job, thx!

[@syedimtiaz3175]

hi jesse the video was good , i plan to buy builder trend software soon for my company

[@abdulazizmst4005]

It is 3 years later commenting for your channel gains and I hope you hit your 8 figures. If I am in US I would definitely be happy to meet you man

[@Jesse_Lane]

Thanks so much! Yes I did.

[@abdulazizmst4005]

@@Jesse_Lane congrats Jesse! Glad to hear that

[@Danny-fs1hk]

Cool video; thanks

[@paco3930]

I like your channel, and find your videos helpful and easy to understand I’m new in construction management and I want to learn everything about it, can you talk or recommend a book about construction vocabulary ? Thanks

[@karendionne2228]

You. Are. Awesome. 🤜🤛😄

[@ClarkeMiller-qn3qe]

How did you attach the subcontract lien waiver to the pay feature? Do you have a template of one of those?

[@daniellemottl462]

So you do all your jobcost in QBO which imports over from Buildertrend? Trying to figure out how buildertrend works with the accounting.

[@gregzamora9]

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[@jeffereygarrett9791]

Do you have plans to produce and release the ideas 2-4 you discussed in this video?

[@tonn2lit]

Great video👍🏿

[@stevecooper3010]

Your Good

[@tihmoller]

Hi Jesse, do you recommend the app for project managers? or is it more for contractors?

[@Jesse_Lane]

It’s a project management app, so it works great for Project Managers! 😂

[@vanessavillegas6178]

How are you using builder trend with apartment renovations?

[@joshwilliamson7066]

Hey Jesse, what did it take to go from a residential basic to light commercial? Did you have to go through the same process as the first test?

[@Jesse_Lane]

Yes, just a few more test questions the second time around 🤙🏼

[@Scooby_D000]

Hi Jesse, a fan of your youtube channel. One question I have is do you have a detail video on how you setup the buildTrend from scratch. This video is like an overview of how you have it, I was looking for a detail step-by-step process. If you do not have a video, can you please point in the right direction. I am trying to set it up for a Residential Single family homes that we will begin construction soon. Thank you for your help, Ed

[@Jesse_Lane]

I’m going to start working on creating a course to help get Buildertrend set up properly.

[@esccools]

Question: So after you use excel to build your cost and price them if your awarded the job, do you input all those line items again such subs and vendors into builder trend? If so your basically doing data input twice once for estimating then a second time for project management is that correct?

[@sabatinoconstruction]

No, you can convert the lead proposal to a job and copy the line items over

[@karmasee]

I have been using buildertrend and I hate how the standard subscription only allows to manage one project at a time... or am i wrong?

[@seancaird526]

It's so old Skool in the U.S. Still using checks.

[@Jesse_Lane]

Totally..

[@stumpbumpers]

Because so many laborers are flying under the radar. Many don’t even have bank accounts. Without labor, nothing can be done. So, checks to cash is king.

[@djexclusivee]

How does it compare to Knowify?

[@kab0ky]

I'm stuck in the pricing phase.. How do we give a perfect bid?

[@browarddadeelectriccorp259]

I am an Electrical Contractor, what software do you recommend for Electrical Contractor?

[@adamschwai7035]

What version of QuickBooks were you using at the time of this video (when linking with Buildertrend) and what are you using today? Thanks in advance!

[@Jesse_Lane]

QuickBooks online

[@aliglesias1183]

@@Jesse_Lane Does Builder Trend link up with QuickBooks Desktop Premier Construction? I am Accountant and that is their current platform.

[@cfudge24]

What does your template look like for estimates or what do you use for estimates?

[@Jesse_Lane]

www.jesselaneconsulting.com/shop/totalpackage

[@lanvo105]

Great video. How do customers pay you (your company)? Credit card or finance?

[@Jesse_Lane]

Neither.

[@fishemmanuel1982]

Where can I find a usable cost code like yours, I have a small construction company growing fast hitting the 6 digits last year, thank you

[@Jesse_Lane]

I’m working on a full Buildertrend course, which will have my cost codes as a part of the course. For now, schedule a consultation call with me, and I’ll give you my cost code list. www.jesselaneconsulting.com/

[@visionerdesignandbuilders405]

are the subs still get paid through the app even though they are not subscribed to BT?

[@chrisstanley81]

Hey Jesse I am an electrical contractor for Los Angeles and I tried to download Buildertrend and it says only for IPad and IPhone, I have a mac. Wth?With?? Is this.really true, I see you are using a Mac. Thanks.

[@Kulimo]

What is the average cost per month?

[@TheFamous139]

Hi Jesse, do you send RFP to all your subs through buildertrend? I have been just sending 1000 separate emails and I feel seems unprofessional. I also still run a millwork install company and I sometimes get RFP from GC’s through buildertrend.

[@Jesse_Lane]

Yes 👍🏼

[@jesseh2302]

Do you have any experience with CoConstruct vs BT?

[@Jesse_Lane]

BT is King.

[@g1998k]

You need to update your videos))) buildertrend is merging with coconstruct already..)) we should all expect the best from both companies very soon. If you are a legacy user expect a small increase in price BUT a huge increase in features. Great video by the way.

[@Jesse_Lane]

I’ll make a paid online Buildertrend course soon.

[@g1998k]

@@Jesse_Lane Thats great. I am a coconstruct user for many years now and we were informed recently that we should expect a major update soon bringing in features from their new partner buildertrend. Lets see how this plays out.

[@juansalazar1091]

Have you. Ever used rs means data

[@Jesse_Lane]

Yes, we are using it currently 👍🏼

[@eamonkelly9007]

What do you use for your plans? This seems like a big down fall for this software.

[@SuperThomaspaine]

I worked for some creep fake construction guy in Newport, Rhode Island, who was probably a CIA agent, and then he gave my number to stupid Buildertrend, they've been calling me ever since! Makes me wonder about that company.

[@Jarheadnov10]

Lmao “ I can’t because it’s none of your business”

[@user-id5zg2do1g]

Do you use slack to communicate with sub-contractors? 6:07

[@Jesse_Lane]

We don't

[@joshfranklin7032]

Looking for a mentor to guide me as a leader of construction teams. This video has so much value per minute, it's unreal. Would love to pick your brain sometime. Josh

[@Jesse_Lane]

www.jesselaneconsulting.com/

[@p.cd.cparts9697]

Builder trend has violated and continues to violate Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) if they ar e violateing fcc laws i wounder what else they are doing?

[@synone4013]

You made a good point, builders do very little actual work. What would be the point, as a sub contractor to agreeing to this nonsense?

[@thebullgator]

Syn One my suns love it. As mentioned they get immediate schedule updates, makes change orders easy also you have access to plans and specs in the same phone application.

[@jonbrunner1647]

No not the B-word.... just kidding I use buildertrend everyday great software.

[@Jesse_Lane]

Haha 😂

[@ryukimura7302]

I wish you could improve your audio

[@josiahamaze]

Do you offer mentoring?

[@Jesse_Lane]

Yep link in description

[@sgccompany825]

Autodesk, Trimble

[@p.cd.cparts9697]

Builder trend has violated and continues to violate Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) if they ar e violateing fcc laws i wounder what else they are doing?