The problem
Timesheets on paper.
With WrenCrew
Crews clock in and out from their phones; approved time exports as a CSV for payroll.
Construction software
Construction software for small construction companies and builders
Built for the small builder: quote the work, plan the crews, track hours and costs, and bill in stages — without enterprise software.
- No credit card to start
- From $44/month
- Website included
Quote approved · $35,900Detached garage build — deposit paid by card
"On my way" text sentYour client knows when you arrive
Unlimitedclients, quotes and invoices
A free websitewith online booking
On every phonefor you and your crew
English & Spanishfor your team and clients
Building & renovation
What construction software does for small construction companies
Construction software for small companies should make the office side lighter, not add another system to babysit. WrenCrew covers the essentials: estimates, scheduling, time, costs and billing.
Send estimates with clear lines and options, collect deposits on signing and invoice progress payments as stages are completed. Crews see where to be each day and clock in from their phones; time is linked to the job for payroll and costing.
Expenses and materials are logged on the job, so you can compare actual costs with your estimate while the work is still going on.
Sound familiar?
What costs construction businesses the most time
Three problems we hear from small construction companies — and what WrenCrew does about each one.
The problem
Estimates that do not match reality.
With WrenCrew
Job costing compares actual hours and costs with the price, so the next estimate is better.
The problem
Waiting to be paid until the end.
With WrenCrew
Deposits and progress invoices keep cash flowing through the project.
How it works
From the first call to the money in the bank
Win the job, run the day and get paid — in one app made for small construction companies.
Estimates that turn into jobs
Use templates for the work you do most, add options and send for e-signature with a deposit.
- Templates
- Options and optional lines
- E-signature and deposit
Example
Quote #1042Waiting for approval
Detached garage build
Foundation and slab$9,800
Framing, roofing and siding$21,500
Garage door and electrical$4,600
Loft storage with stairs (option)$5,200
Total$41,100
Approve and sign
Deposit paid by card when the client approves
Time and crews under control
Schedule crews, see who is on which site and collect hours from their phones.
- Crew schedule
- Clock in and out
- Timesheet CSV export
Example
My Day3 visits
New builds and additions12 Oak Avenue
DoneFraming43 Maple Street
On my wayFoundations74 Cedar Lane
Next Send "on my way" text
Notes, photos and checklists open on each visit
Costs and billing in one place
Log materials and expenses on the job and send progress invoices at each stage.
- Job costing
- Expenses and receipts
- Progress invoices
Example
Invoice #2081Paid
PAID
Detached garage build
$35,900
Paid by card
from the link in the text message
from the link in the text message
Receipt emailed
and a review request sent
and a review request sent
Money goes to your Stripe account
deposit already taken off
deposit already taken off
A day with WrenCrew
A day running a construction business with WrenCrew
No paper, no double entry: the office, the crew and the client see the same up-to-date job.
- 1
Crews clock in on site from their phones
- 2
A foreman adds photos and notes for today's stage
- 3
Materials and an equipment rental are logged on the job
- 4
A progress invoice for the framing stage is sent and paid by bank or card
- 5
You check job costing: labor is on budget, materials slightly over
Everything in one app
All the tools a construction business needs
Your office, your crew and your clients — connected.
Quotes clients sign online
Options, photos and optional extras. Automatic follow-ups when clients go quiet.
Online booking
Clients pick a time on your booking page or website — with a deposit if you want.
Schedule and dispatch
Drag-and-drop schedule, route map and a "My Day" app for every crew member.
Invoices and card payments
Invoice in one click. Clients pay by card or bank; the money goes to your own Stripe account.
Texts, WhatsApp and email
Reminders, "on my way" texts and a two-way inbox for client replies.
A free website
A fast website made for your trade, with your services, reviews, a quote form and booking.
Reviews and referrals
Ask for Google reviews after the job and reward clients who send friends.
English and Spanish
The app and the messages your clients receive work in English or Spanish.
Pricing guide
How to price construction jobs
Getting your prices right matters more than any tool. Here is what works for small construction companies:
- Estimate labor from real past hours — job costing gives you those numbers.
- Include overhead and profit as part of every estimate, not as an afterthought.
- Tie progress invoices to clear milestones the client can see.
- Price changes separately and get them approved in writing before work starts.
Simple prices
Plans for every size of construction business
Every plan includes unlimited clients, quotes and invoices, card payments and a website. No contract.
Core
For the solo pro who wants to run the whole business from one easy app.
$44/month
or $26/month paid yearly · 1 user, extra users $26
- Online booking and scheduling
- Professional quotes
- Invoices with online card payments
- Your own business website
- Built-in performance reports
- Client hub for quotes, invoices & payments
Connect
For pros who want to automate the busywork and turn repeat work into 5-star visits.
$125/month
or $89/month paid yearly · 1 user, extra users $26
- Automatic client reminders
- Card on file & automatic payments
- Job checklists & custom forms
- Automatic quote & invoice follow-ups
- Time & expense tracking
- Live team map & route planning
Grow
For contractors who want to win bigger jobs and grow more profitably.
$179/month
or $134/month paid yearly · 1 user, extra users $26
- Quotes with photos and Good / Better / Best options
- Upsell with optional line items
- Clock-in reminders when the crew arrives on site
- Job costing: see the profit on every job
- Two-way SMS & WhatsApp inbox
- Custom workflow automations
Try every feature free for 14 days — no credit card needed. Compare all plans
FAQ
Questions from small construction companies
Still wondering if WrenCrew fits your construction business? Try it free with your own jobs and clients.
Is WrenCrew right for large commercial contractors?
WrenCrew is made for small companies and crews. Large commercial projects with bidding and submittals need specialist software.
Can crews clock in from the job site?
Yes. Crews clock in from their phones; Grow adds reminders when they arrive on site.
Can I export timesheets for payroll?
Yes. Approved timesheets export as a CSV file.
Can I bill in stages?
Yes. Send progress invoices by percent or amount.
How much does WrenCrew cost?
Plans start at $44 a month for one user ($26 a month paid yearly), and the website is included on every plan. Try everything free for 14 days — no card needed to start.
Can I use WrenCrew in the UK?
Yes. Work in pounds, add VAT to quotes and invoices, and send texts and emails to your clients the same way.
Can I bring my clients from another app?
Yes. Import a spreadsheet (CSV) of your clients and services; exports from other field service apps are matched for you.
WrenCrew for other trades
The same app, set up for the way each trade works.
