FAQ · Subcontractors
Subcontractors questions, answered
What trades ask most before their first bid on BuildIG.ai.
Subcontractor FAQ
What trades ask most before their first bid on BuildIG.ai.
Can BuildIG.ai pull out just my trade?
Yes. Upload the full plan set and select your trade — electrical, plumbing, masonry, HVAC and more — and BuildIG.ai isolates only your scope so you're not wading through pages that don't apply to you.
What if the GC hasn't sent full drawings yet?
You can generate a preliminary estimate from a scope of work or job description. BuildIG.ai uses data from similar projects to give you realistic quantities before the full set arrives.
How does the marketplace help me find work?
The marketplace matches you to jobs in your area based on your trade and location. You can review opportunities and submit bids directly from your BuildIG.ai account.
Can I price the takeoff with my own rates?
Absolutely. BuildIG.ai gives you the quantities and a clean bill of quantities — you apply your own labor and material rates so the bid reflects your real costs and margin.
Do I have to subscribe to get started?
No. You can start free on the marketplace to find and bid on work, run a one-off takeoff with the pay-per-use Estimator, or subscribe to a Command plan and cancel anytime.
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