We built SetJoist because we’ve been there — running a crew, chasing invoices, losing leads in a text thread, and duct-taping five different apps together to manage a remodel. Today, we’re launching something better!

SetJoist is an all-in-one construction management platform designed specifically for contractors — remodelers, home builders, specialty contractors, and small-to-mid-size crews. It covers estimates, invoices, CRM, crew scheduling, GPS time tracking, AI-powered daily logs, a client portal, and a project collaboration portal for architects and engineers — all in one place.

No more switching between QuickBooks, spreadsheets, text messages, and a time-tracking app that your crew never opens. SetJoist replaces the scattered tools with a single platform that connects the office, the field, and your clients.

Why we built SetJoist

The construction management software market isn’t short on options. Buildertrend, Procore, Jobber, CoConstruct — they’re all solid platforms. But after years of working with residential contractors, we kept hearing the same complaints:

• Too complicated. Enterprise software shoehorned into a residential workflow. Your $25K kitchen remodel doesn’t need Procore’s complexity.
• Too expensive. Per-user pricing that scales faster than your revenue. Adding a crew lead shouldn’t cost you $50/month.
• Field app is an afterthought. Desktop-first platforms with a mobile app that feels like it was bolted on. Your crew lives on their phones.
• No AI. In 2026, your crew still fills out forms by hand? There’s a better way.

SetJoist was designed from the ground up to fix these problems. It’s mobile-first for the field, fast for the office, and invisible to your clients — they just see a professional, branded experience.

What’s inside SetJoist

SetJoist covers the full lifecycle of a residential construction project — from the first lead call to the final payment. Here’s what’s included at launch.

Estimating and invoicing

Build professional estimates with categorized line items, configurable markup, and labor rates. Send branded PDF proposals. Clients approve online with a digital signature. When the estimate is approved, convert it to an invoice with one click. Progress billing, deposit requests, and online Stripe payments are all built in.

CRM and sales pipeline

Track every lead from first call to signed contract. A construction-specific Kanban pipeline with stages like New Lead, Contacted, Site Visit Scheduled, and Sold. Auto-reminders for stale leads so nothing falls through the cracks. Import your existing contacts from QuickBooks or a CSV.

Field app with AI voice daily logs

This is where SetJoist is genuinely different. The field app is a mobile PWA that works offline — not just “offline mode,” but actually built offline-first. Your crew installs it in 60 seconds via a text link. No app store. No passwords.

The headline feature is AI-powered voice daily logs. Your crew taps record and talks naturally about the day — what they did, what materials they used, any issues, weather conditions. AI automatically structures the transcript into observations, issues, recommendations, and a conditions summary. It supports multiple log types: general logs, safety walks, punch-lists, inspections, deliveries, and job-site updates.

The field app also includes GPS-verified clock-in and clock-out, break tracking, supervisor batch clock-in for entire crews, photo documentation with markup and annotations, OSHA-aligned safety checklists, incident reporting with severity levels, and structured inspection reports. Everything syncs to the office dashboard and client portal automatically.

Client portal

Every project gets a unique portal link that you share with the homeowner. They click it and see their project instantly — no account creation, no password, no app download. It’s token-based access, with optional PIN protection for sensitive projects.

Clients see project progress with real photos pushed directly from the field app, upcoming milestones, document approvals with digital signatures, online payments, two-way messaging, and inspection reports. You control which sections are visible, and you can revoke the link at any time. Your company logo and accent colors make it look and feel like your own product.

Project portal for collaborators

For projects that involve architects, structural engineers, MEP engineers, subcontractors, or owners, the project portal gives every stakeholder a shared workspace. Unlike the client portal, the project portal uses password-protected accounts with role-based access.

It includes a message board with RFIs, submittals, and meeting notes organized as threaded conversations. There’s a shared document library with approval and rejection workflows, a to-do list with assignees and due dates, a milestone-based schedule, and real-time chat. Each collaborator sees only the projects they’re assigned to. Available on the Crew and Company plans.

Crew management

Named crews with drag-and-drop scheduling. GPS-verified time tracking that confirms crew is on site without continuously tracking their location — GPS coordinates are recorded only at clock-in and clock-out. A timesheet approval workflow lets foremen review and approve entries before they go to payroll. Time entries export to CSV for whatever payroll system you use.

Integrations

At launch, SetJoist integrates with QuickBooks for two-way contact and invoice sync, Stripe for online payments through the client portal, and Google Calendar for schedule sync. CSV import and export is available for everything. Zapier, Xero, and Slack integrations are coming soon.

Simple, predictable pricing

We believe pricing should be transparent. SetJoist has three plans:

• Solo — $79/month ($63/month billed annually). 2 users included, 5 projects, 10 GB storage. Covers estimating, invoicing, basic client portal (up to 3 active), CRM, time clock, daily logs, and photo documentation. Extra users $18/month.
• Crew — $199/month ($159/month billed annually). 8 users included, 25 projects, 100 GB storage. Everything in Solo plus Voice AI daily logs, GPS geofenced clock-in, supervisor batch clock-in, timesheet approval, crew scheduling, sub-contractor SOW portal, full client portal with branding, safety incident reporting, QuickBooks sync, and CRM up to 5,000 contacts. Extra users $15/month.
• Company — $349/month ($279/month billed annually). 25 users included, unlimited projects, 500 GB storage. Everything in Crew plus unlimited projects and crews, bulk crew invites, scheduled and automated reports, API access, custom roles, full custom branding, priority support, and unlimited CRM contacts. Extra users $10/month.

Every plan includes a 14-day free trial. No credit card required. Cancel anytime.

Who SetJoist is built for

SetJoist is built for residential construction contractors who are past the startup phase but not yet big enough for enterprise software. Specifically:

• Remodelers running 5–25 active projects at a time
• Custom home builders coordinating multiple crews and trades
• Specialty contractors (roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical) managing field teams
• Small general contractors growing from 2–3 people to 10–25
• Any residential contractor still using spreadsheets, texts, and disconnected apps

If you’re currently duct-taping together QuickBooks, a spreadsheet for estimates, text messages for crew communication, and a paper timesheet — SetJoist replaces all of that in one afternoon.

What makes SetJoist different

There are a lot of construction management platforms out there. Here’s what we think sets SetJoist apart:

• AI voice daily logs. No other residential construction platform offers AI-powered voice logging that automatically structures crew reports into observations, issues, recommendations, and conditions. Your crew talks. SetJoist listens.
• Offline-first field app. Not “offline mode” — actually built offline-first. Data is queued locally and synced when connectivity returns. Works in basements, rural job sites, and anywhere with poor signal.
• Token-based client portal. Your clients click a link and they’re in. No account creation, no password, no app download. Just their project, branded with your logo.
• Project portal for the full team. Architects, engineers, subs, and owners all collaborate in one place with RFIs, submittals, documents, and chat. No more losing things in email threads.
• GPS that respects privacy. GPS coordinates recorded at clock-in and clock-out only. No continuous tracking. Off-site entries are flagged but not blocked. Your crew won’t feel surveilled.
• 60-second crew onboarding. Text a link. They tap it, confirm their name, and they’re in. No app store, no passwords, no email addresses required.
• Construction-specific. This is not a generic project management tool adapted for construction. Every feature was designed for the realities of residential job sites.

Getting started

SetJoist is available now. Getting started takes about five minutes:

1. Sign up at app.setjoist.com and create your account
2. Add your company name, logo, and brand colors
3. Import contacts from QuickBooks, another CRM, or a CSV — or start fresh
4. Send your first estimate
5. Invite your crew by text — they’re set up in 60 seconds

Every plan starts with a 14-day free trial. No credit card required. If SetJoist isn’t the right fit, cancel with one click.

Ready to stop running your business from a text thread? Start your free trial →