About Clear Estimates
Estimating software for remodeling contractors, built by remodelers. For 20+ years we've helped contractors spend less time behind a keyboard and more time on the job.
Clear Estimates started as in-house software for Orfield Remodeling in Minneapolis, when the owner's son, now owner and CEO Nolan Orfield, decided there had to be a better way to estimate projects.
It grew through a close-knit group of remodeling contractors, so it has the fingerprints of real remodelers all over it. It still does: we're at trade shows answering questions and running training sessions, and customer feedback shapes what we build next.
Our history
2005
Clear Estimates launches as a desktop program you download and install.
2007
A partnership with RemodelMAX brings a deeper database with regional pricing. Customers move from buying a license to a monthly subscription.
2013
A cloud version replaces the desktop program, so you can estimate on any device with a browser.
2014
Clear Estimates, powered by RemodelMAX, is selected to partner with Remodeling Magazine on its annual Cost vs. Value Report.
2017
Clear Estimates Pro launches, adding invoicing, CRM and email-marketing integrations, a Buildertrend connection and multiple users.
2020
Clear Estimates acquires RemodelMAX and brings the pricing data behind the Part Library in-house.
2026
Built-in e-signature: clients sign proposals and change orders from any device.
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