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Each year, an increasing number of builders are adopting construction software to streamline operations both on-site and in the office. Companies that have well-established systems and processes, especially digital ones, are able to build strong, resilient businesses ready for any challenge. If you’re still buried in paperwork and bogged down by time-consuming tasks, it’s time to explore the latest in construction software. Go digital and set your business up for success in 2025.

Here are some of the top tools to help you level up:

Buildxact

Construction management and estimating software

Buildxact is job estimating and job management software designed specifically for residential builders, renovators and trades. It’s the market-leading option for Aussie builders who want to run their construction project from takeoff to the final invoice, all-in-one place.

Buildxact continues to evolve and bring out new tools. It now integrates directly with your favourite suppliers to get the latest prices, which makes the quoting process quicker and more accurate. And a new mobile tool connects you with your on-site crew, to make sure you never miss a beat from the job site again.

Take advantage of estimating software uniquely designed for residential builders and trades.

Learn more about Buildxact.

HazardCo

A simple health and safety system

HazardCo is a health and safety system that makes WHS simple, giving you the confidence you’re keeping your crew and business safe while cutting the time you spend on paperwork.

HazardCo’s aim has always been to give their members the systems and advice they need to make their job safer and easier to do. Their digital tools do exactly that. It’s what you need, when you need it… all from your back pocket!

• Guided SWMS
• Incident reporting and more
• Site specific safety plan generator
• Hazard boards with QR codes
• Automated contractor management
• Free app for easy crew inductions
• 24/7 incident support
  
• Phone advice

Find out more about HazardCo.

Landchecker

Property Information

Looking for an efficient way to search for potential sites and check feasibility? Conducting due diligence and reconnaissance from your laptop is really easy with Landchecker’s on-map functionality. 

Quickly and easily searches properties to identify key insights, such as; heritage overlays, flood zones, bushfire-prone areas property boundaries, site dimensions, zoning maps, planning permit applications, topography, precinct structure plans, last sold price and more.

Access property titles and plans at competitive prices with one click purchase. 

All paid plans now come with High-Resolution Aerial Imagery so you can analyse geospatial data for a “full-picture” view that reveals how potential development site locations/suburbs are

changing over time.

Learn more about Landchecker.

ProCalc

Client budget validator 

ProCalc saves builders’ time by identifying unviable quotes before you invest time in creating them.

Backed by data from thousands of residential Australian projects, ProCalc enables builders to:

• Accurately ballpark construction costs in seconds from their desktop.
• Remove tyre kickers and time-wasters in the sales pipeline.
• Adjust estimates in seconds to meet client budgets without compromising profit margins.

Builders use ProCalc to:

1. Save 5–20 weeks annually: Focus on qualified prospects earlier in the process.
2. Eliminate Under-Quoting: Validate detailed estimates with localized, industry-specific pricing to avoid costly mistakes.
3. Strengthen Architect and Designer Relationships: Deliver reliable feasibility estimates, fostering trust and collaboration – in seconds.

Built by Builders, for Builders, ProCalc fills the gap in qualifying which prospects can afford your services—helping you prioritise your time more effectively.

Start your free ProCalc trial today!

Experience how ProCalc can streamline your estimating process and help you close more profitable jobs.

Gtee

Digital Warranty and Maintenance

Gtee offers a digital solution for managing all the warranty and maintenance information for your clients. You no longer need to collate this information, simply select the products you have used from Gtee’s product database.

It saves admin time, is cost-effective at $290 per build, and provides clients with 24/7 access to their digital accounts. It will also send automated maintenance reminders.

Gtee ensures legal compliance with warranty and maintenance requirements and allows builders to provide evidence of notifications for any warranty claims. The accounts are guaranteed to be active for at least 15 years.

Learn more about Gtee.

Watch a short demo video.

Dext

Pre-accounting software

Dext provides automated accounting solutions for the construction industry, simplifying bookkeeping for more accurate, efficient and productive financial reporting and performance. Rather than expecting employees to spend hours manually entering expenses data into spreadsheets, professionals can use Dext Prepare to capture documents quickly and accurately. This not only makes records more accurate and consistent but it also frees up time for teams to focus on other valuable tasks.

This solution enables business owners to snap paper receipts and financial documents with one click using the mobile app, forwarding paperwork via email or uploading it directly into the software. Dext does the hard work of capturing, extracting and categorising the relevant data, so it’s ready to be published into their accounting software of choice. This makes it easier for builders, plumbers, electricians and any industry workers to ensure their accounts are organised, keep track of expenses, accurately quote projects and make informed decisions to boost revenue and productivity.

With Dext Prepare, construction business owners can enjoy:

• Paperwork extraction with 99% accuracy;
• Smooth accounting processes;
• Records kept in a standardised, digital format;
• More time to focus on value-adding work.

Find out why businesses owners of all industries choose Dext Prepare.

Xero

Accounting software

Xero is online accounting software for your building company which makes it super easy to automate your admin. Plus, you can work from anywhere, even your ute!

When it comes to construction accounting, if you don’t do it regularly it’s easy to fall behind and things can quickly get out of control. By building accounting into your regular workflows you’re always on top of it. Xero is cloud-based and simple to use. Whether you are on-site or in the office you can access Xero on your smartphone or tablet so you’ll never get behind.

Xero connects to your bank, bookkeeper, accountant and other financial apps you might use such as Dext. 

Find out more about Xero.