ArcSite
Product
ArcSite is field service software for contractors that turns an on-site drawing into a bill of materials, a priced proposal, and a collected payment. Sold as a subscription (SaaS) and running on iOS, Android, and Windows, it started as a drawing tool in 2014 and now serves specialty contractors across 50+ industries.
Defined by ArcSite
Relations
- instance ofField Estimating Software
- includesOn-site Drawings
- includesAR Room Scanner
- includesTopographical Drawing
- includesMaterial Takeoffs
- includesEstimates & Proposals
- includesArcSite Payments
- includesArcSite Pricing
- includesWDO/WDI Inspection Forms
- targetsSpecialty Contractorsdeclared
- enablesArcSite Workflow
Evidence
We started as a drawing tool in 2014, but today, ArcSite is full field service software that handles your entire workflow. The drawing actually powers everything else. As you sketch or scan a job site, ArcSite automatically builds your material takeoff and pulls pricing straight from your product catalog. From there, you can export a professional, branded proposal and take credit card, ACH, or financing payments right on-site.
ArcSite is contractor software that covers the whole job: the on-site drawing, the bill of materials, the proposal, and the payment. It runs on iOS, Android, and Windows devices.
ArcSite is field service software that keeps the job going: drawings, bill of materials, proposals, and payments. From the first line to the last dollar, we help you put time back in your day so you can grow your business.
No, you do not have to sign a long-term contract. ArcSite operates on a subscription basis, offering the flexibility to cancel at any time without any commitment or obligation.
Field Estimating Software
Concept
The software category ArcSite places itself in: mobile tools that let contractors draw, price, and sell a job while still on-site, instead of re-entering field notes at the office.
Defined by ArcSite
Evidence
The field estimating software built to grow your contracting business
ArcSite is field service software that puts time back in your day: drawings, bill of materials, proposals, and payments.
ArcSite Workflow
Methodology
ArcSite's end-to-end job workflow in which a single on-site drawing becomes the material takeoff, the takeoff becomes the proposal, and the signed proposal becomes the payment request, with no re-keying between steps.
Defined by ArcSite
Relations
- includesOn-site Drawings
- includesMaterial Takeoffs
- includesEstimates & Proposals
- includesArcSite Payments
Evidence
Payments is the last step in the ArcSite workflow, not another app. Your drawing becomes a takeoff, the takeoff becomes a proposal, and the signed proposal becomes a payment request. No re-keying amounts into a separate processor.
ArcSite is contractor software that starts with an on-site drawing and carries it all the way to a signed, paid job. Draw a site plan or floor plan by hand, from an AR room scan, or over a satellite image. As you add your products, ArcSite builds the bill of materials, the priced proposal, and the payment request from that same drawing, so nothing gets re-entered at the office.
Your takeoff feeds everything that comes next. Explore the features that turn a bill of materials into a signed, paid job.
On-site Drawings
Product / also Site Plan Drawing Software
ArcSite's mobile drawing tool for to-scale site plans and floor plans on a tablet or phone, with no CAD training required. Drawings can start by hand, from an AR scan, a satellite map, or an imported PDF, work offline, and feed the takeoff and proposal directly.
Defined by ArcSite
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- precedesMaterial Takeoffs
- enablesBill of Materials
Evidence
Draw CAD-quality site plans on a tablet or phone, with no CAD training. Every drawing becomes your bill of materials and proposal before you leave the site.
We make drawing really easy. We started as a drawing tool, so this is the thing we do really well. Think of ArcSite as digital graph paper. The drawing powers everything else. Sketch freehand, scan a room with LiDAR, or trace a satellite map, and the drawing becomes the job.
Sketch site plans and floor plans with CAD-level precision using your tablet and a finger. Pair a Bosch or Leica DISTO laser measure and every line updates to the exact measurement.
Begin any exterior drawing on a satellite image that's auto-calibrated to scale. For larger sites, capture with Moasure and it lands in ArcSite ready to draw. Working from existing plans? Import a PDF and use ArcSite as your blueprint drawing app, drawing right over the plans to scale.
Every drawing saves to the cloud and syncs across devices automatically. No signal on-site? Keep drawing. It syncs the moment you're back online.
AR Room Scanner
Product / also AR Scan
ArcSite's LiDAR-based scanning feature for iPhone and iPad that captures walls, corners, openings, and exterior perimeters in minutes and turns them into a floor plan or site plan ready for estimating.
Defined by ArcSite
Relations
- improvesOn-site Drawingsdeclared (on LiDAR-equipped Apple devices)
- suited forDecks & Patiosdeclared
- suited forFencingdeclared
- suited forBasement Waterproofingdeclared
Evidence
Measuring by hand takes time. Scan a property in minutes, and get measurements accurate to within an inch. ArcSite's AR Scan uses your device's LiDAR technology to instantly capture dimensions like walls, corners, exterior facades, all without a tape measure.
The AR Room Scanner feature turns job site visits into productive sessions by scanning rooms quickly to capture dimensions, create floor plans, and identify work scope.
Scan house perimeters to detect windows and doors, while mapping out foundation lines for a clean site plan.
Scan the yard to detect boundaries and obstacles, while mapping post spacing and gate placement for an accurate layout.
Scan exterior basement perimeters and basements to get a clean job plan in place to scope out what needs to be done.
Topographical Drawing
Product / also Topographic Drawings
ArcSite feature that turns elevation points dropped into a drawing into contour lines and color-graded heatmaps, so contractors can see and show slope, grade, and drainage before pricing a job.
Defined by ArcSite
Relations
- depends onOn-site Drawings
- suited forFoundation Repairdeclared
- suited forBasement Waterproofingdeclared
- suited forTurf & Lawndeclared
Evidence
You're at a job-site drawing and quoting out a property. Their site has hills and slopes that drive up the cost of the job. But the grade, the elevation changes, the real scope of the work... none of that is visible at the kitchen table.
Capture a small backyard or a full commercial site in one document, at scale. Need grade? Add contour lines and elevation heatmaps with topographical drawing, no survey equipment required.
Show homeowners exactly where the ground has shifted before you start talking solutions. Drop elevation points into your drawing on-site and instantly get contour lines and a color-graded heatmap. When the problem is visible, high-ticket approval rates go up.
Understand the full elevation picture around a property before scoping the job. Generate contour lines and color-graded heatmaps directly from your drawing to show homeowners how grade and drainage are contributing to their water problem. It gives clients the context they need to say yes.
Capture slope and grade data directly in your turf layout drawing. Get automatic contour lines and color-graded fills so you can plan drainage, flag problem areas, and price accurately for sloped installs before material ever hits the ground.
Material Takeoffs
Product / also Takeoff
ArcSite feature that counts and measures every product placed on a drawing and builds the bill of materials automatically from the contractor's own catalog, prices, and bundles, updating live as the drawing changes. Works on a blank canvas or over imported PDF plans.
Defined by ArcSite
Relations
- depends onOn-site Drawings
- precedesEstimates & Proposals
- relates toMaterial Takeoff
- achievesBill of Materialsdeclared
- suited forFencingdeclared
- suited forFoundation Repairdeclared
- suited forDecks & Patiosdeclared
- suited forPest Controldeclared
- suited forBasement Waterproofingdeclared
- suited forTurf & Lawndeclared
Evidence
Set your specific materials, prices, and product bundles within the system; as you draw your plan, costs are calculated in real-time, drastically reducing manual work and minimizing errors.
As you draw the job, ArcSite counts and measures every product you place and builds the bill of materials automatically, using your own products and prices.
The drawing is the bill of materials. As you draw and add products, the takeoff is automatically built for you. Every line you draw pulls real products, pricing, and quantities straight from your catalog. Swap a product, or change a section, and the takeoff updates with it.
Draw the job from scratch on site, or import your existing PDF plans and draw right over them. Multi-page PDFs split into sheets automatically, and you can load a new version of the plans without losing your work.
Yes. Material lists and estimates update as you adjust the drawing, so you can make changes during a client consultation without starting over.
Material Takeoff
Concept / also Construction Takeoff
A list of every material a job needs, with quantities, measured from the project plans or drawing, used by contractors to order materials and price the job.
Defined by ArcSite
Evidence
A material takeoff is a list of every material a job needs, with quantities, measured from the project plans or drawing. Contractors use it to order materials and price the job accurately.
Bill of Materials
Concept / also BOM
The itemized, priced material list ArcSite builds from a drawing, which exports directly into the client-facing proposal.
Defined by ArcSite
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- precedesEstimates & Proposals
Evidence
Remember how we said the drawing powers everything else? Yep, proposals too. The bill of materials exports into a client-ready proposal for them to sign on the dotted line.
Yes. Import your PDF plans into ArcSite and draw right over them. The bill of materials builds as you place products. PDF import is available on the Pro plan and above.
Estimates & Proposals
Product / also Construction Proposal Software
ArcSite feature that consolidates site data, measurements, and the bill of materials into branded, priced, e-signable proposals, created on-site or refined by the office, with Good/Better/Best options and a proposal dashboard.
Defined by ArcSite
Relations
- includesGood/Better/Best Pricing
- depends onMaterial Takeoffs
- precedesArcSite Payments
Evidence
Align field activity with operation. ArcSite consolidates site data, measurements, and scope details into branded, accurate proposals—generated on-site or from the office. No file transfers. No duplicate entry.
As you draw your design plan, ArcSite works in the background to price the job, list materials, and generate a professional proposal. Eliminate the need for back-and-forth between different tools and present a compelling, accurate proposal to your client on the spot.
ArcSite supports proposal creation and editing from the web and app, giving teams a flexible way to review, adjust, and finalize quotes built in the field. Office staff can step in to fine-tune proposals seconds after a field drawing is saved, helping teams move faster, stay aligned, and deliver a more professional experience—still offering the capability of delivering a proposal before leaving the job site.
Stop chasing signatures in one app and payments in another. With ArcSite payments, homeowners can sign and pay their deposit during your site visit.
“The very first day that I was using ArcSite in the field, I was able to close a $42,000 job in about 45 minutes. That process before would take anywhere from two to three hours minimum.”
Good/Better/Best Pricing
Concept / also GBB Pricing
A proposal format that presents customers with tiered pricing options for the same job to create choice and upsell opportunities, available as a built-in option in ArcSite proposals.
Defined by ArcSite
Evidence
Maximize your revenue potential with ArcSite's Good/Better/Best proposal options. Easily convert your proposals into multiple pricing formats, providing customers with a variety of choices and upsell opportunities.
ArcSite Payments
Product / also Payments
ArcSite's built-in payment collection that lets customers pay deposits, progress, and final payments by card or ACH directly from the signed proposal, with client financing options and automatic QuickBooks Online sync.
Defined by ArcSite
Relations
- depends onEstimates & Proposals
Evidence
Collect deposits and final payments by card or ACH, right from the proposal your customer just signed.
Construction payment software lets contractors request and collect payments from customers online. ArcSite ties each payment to a signed proposal, so deposits, progress payments, and final payments stay linked to the job.
Proposals, eSignatures, invoices, and payments live in one platform, and invoices and payments sync to QuickBooks Online automatically.
Take credit card payments, ACH, and offer financing. With partnerships with Sunlight Financial, Wisetack, and more, let your customer split up the payments, and sell more high-ticket jobs.
Invoicing creates and sends the billing document. Payments is how your customer actually pays it, by card or ACH, online. Most contractors use both together.
ArcSite Pricing
Product / also ArcSite Pricing & Plans
ArcSite's subscription tiers — Draw Basic, Draw Pro, Takeoff, Estimates, and custom Enterprise — each adding capabilities from mobile drawing up through takeoffs, proposals, payments, and multi-location management. All plans start with a 14-day trial and no long-term contract.
Defined by ArcSite
Relations
- includesOn-site Drawings
- includesAR Room Scanner
- includesTopographical Drawing
- includesMaterial Takeoffs
- includesEstimates & Proposals
- includesArcSite Payments
Evidence
Built for pros who inspect, sketch, quote, and close on-site. Each plan supports how work actually happens in the field.
ArcSite offers a free 14-day trial with full features. After that, choose a subscription plan; see pricing for current plans. Free drawing templates and CAD blocks are always available in the ArcSite template library.
No, you do not have to sign a long-term contract. ArcSite operates on a subscription basis, offering the flexibility to cancel at any time without any commitment or obligation.
Move beyond sketches and connect your drawings to material lists and job costs, helping teams prepare and price work with confidence
Built for pros who close in the field. Turn drawings into branded proposals, handle approvals, and links directly to payments
Fencing
Concept / also Fence Estimating Software
Fence contracting as ArcSite serves it: drawing property-line fence layouts on-site, auto-calculating panels, posts, and gates, and sending a priced fence proposal and crew sheet before leaving the property.
Defined by ArcSite
Evidence
ArcSite's fence estimator is built for professional fence contractors. Design precise layouts, generate detailed estimates, and manage an organized workflow from property line to proposal.
Yes. Panel lengths, post locations, gate details, and materials are compiled automatically as you design.
ArcSite converts your fence drawings into precise material lists in seconds, helping you manage inventory effectively and avoid waste. With a built-in price book to adjust for fluctuating material costs, you can provide clients with accurate fence quotes while protecting your bottom line.
Generate detailed crew sheets that include drawings, material lists, and installation notes. Use ArcSite's fence software to streamline handoffs between sales and operations, reducing errors and keeping your team prepared for every job.
Foundation Repair
Concept / also Foundation Repair Software
Foundation repair contracting as ArcSite serves it: documenting crawlspace and foundation conditions with location-pinned photos, planning piers, footings, and leveling zones, and producing same-day repair estimates.
Defined by ArcSite
Evidence
Manage foundation repair projects with precise documentation, detailed estimates, and an organized workflow from assessment to sign-off. Document crawlspace and foundation conditions with photos pinned to the exact spot on your plan, so estimating and production always work from the same data.
Create detailed site plans, including piers, footings, and leveling zones
Close deals faster with professional estimates created on-site. ArcSite integrates your material takeoffs with dynamic pricing for real-time quotes.
“I am so accurate with all my drawings and measurements. Now, our engineers have all the information they need and can answer questions on the spot.”
Decks & Patios
Concept / also Deck Estimating Software
Deck and patio contracting as ArcSite serves it: AR-scanning the house perimeter, designing multi-tier decks, stairs, and railings to scale, and auto-calculating boards, fasteners, and footings for an on-site proposal.
Defined by ArcSite
Evidence
Design and win more deck and patio jobs with precise layouts, detailed takeoffs, and an organized workflow from sketch to signed proposal. Scan house perimeters with the AR scanner to capture windows, doors, and foundation lines, then design multi-tier decks, stairs, and railings around them.
Automatically calculate boards, railings, fasteners, and footings
Yes. ArcSite supports decks of any complexity, from simple backyard builds to multi-tier installations with stairs and custom railings.
Pest Control
Concept / also Pest Control Software
Pest control as ArcSite serves it: mapping treatment zones, bait placements, and exclusion areas on-site, documenting infestations with annotated photos, and attaching state inspection forms to the proposal.
Defined by ArcSite
Evidence
Win more pest control jobs with precise site plans, detailed estimates, and an organized workflow from inspection to signed proposal. Map treatment zones, bait placements, and exclusion areas on-site, with integrated WDO/WDI state forms built into the workflow.
Use ArcSite's exterminator software for detailed mapping of termite infestations, aiding in effective treatment and documentation. The easy-to-use CAD drawing tools creates detailed drawings quickly, while offering the powerful quoting tools on-site with integrated pest control estimating software.
Document pest issues with in-app photos, creating a comprehensive visual record for clients and team members.
Basement Waterproofing
Concept / also Waterproofing Estimating Software
Basement waterproofing as ArcSite serves it: drawing drainage, sump pump, and dehumidifier layouts on-site, taking off vapor barriers and drainage systems from a custom product library, and delivering same-day proposals.
Defined by ArcSite
Evidence
Deliver precise designs, detailed estimates, and organized workflows with ArcSite's basement waterproofing software. From accurate on-site layouts, to seamless material summaries and instant proposals, our all-in-one platform helps you manage and win jobs with speed and precision.
Capture precise layouts and job site details, on-site, directly on your mobile device. ArcSite's basement waterproofing software simplifies everything from mapping drainage solutions to positioning sump pumps and dehumidifiers.
Tailor ArcSite's basement waterproofing software to your specific waterproofing products and services, from vapor barriers to drainage systems. Automate takeoffs and proposals based on your unique offerings.
WDO/WDI Inspection Forms
Product / also NPMA-33 Forms
State-specific pest inspection forms (including NPMA-33, WDI, and WDO) built into ArcSite, filled from drawing data and synced to the project record alongside the proposal.
Defined by ArcSite
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- targetsPest Controldeclared
- depends onOn-site Drawings
Evidence
Yes. ArcSite integrates state-specific pest inspection forms like NPMA-33, WDI, and WDO directly into your drawing and proposal workflow.
Cut admin time in half. Inspection data flows directly from your drawing into the right fields
Protect every job with clean documentation, syncing every form to the project record for instant compliance
Specialty Contractors
Concept / also Contractor Software for Every Industry
The hub for the 50+ trades ArcSite serves — from fencing, decking, and foundation repair to pest control, waterproofing, turf, and inspection — each with a workflow from on-site drawing through estimate, proposal, and payment.
Defined by ArcSite
Relations
- coversFencing
- coversFoundation Repair
- coversDecks & Patios
- coversPest Control
- coversBasement Waterproofing
- coversTurf & Lawn
Evidence
Create detailed on-site drawings, material lists, estimates, and proposals, then take payment before you leave the job. One app, built for your trade.
From fencing, decking, pest control, foundation repair, basement waterproofing, building inspection, and more, we're here to put time back in your day. So you can spend time growing your business.
ArcSite improves your review process for your contracting team, fostering effective communication with both your team and clients. Utilize our intuitive contractor software platform to share detailed design updates, facilitating clear discussions and ensuring quality in every aspect of your work–no matter the specialty.
ArcSite is used by professionals across multiple industries including construction, architecture, engineering, and more. Its flexible and powerful features make it adaptable to various industry-specific requirements.
Turf & Lawn
Concept / also Synthetic Turf & Lawn
Synthetic turf and lawn installation as ArcSite serves it: defining turf areas on-site, calculating rolls, infill, and soil in product-specific units, mapping grade for drainage, and closing with an on-site proposal.
Defined by ArcSite
Evidence
Win more turf and lawn jobs with precise designs, detailed estimates, and an organized workflow from measurement to signed proposal. Define turf areas and calculate rolls, infill, and soil quantities by the pound, ton, or truckload as you draw the layout.
ArcSite's turf software simplifies material management, letting you calculate exact quantities for turf "rolls", sod, and other materials in seconds. With ArcSite’s customizable product library, you can track costs and quantities for any material in your workflow.
Capture elevation changes across the yard so water drains properly, then plan seams and turf rolls with confidence.
"We increased our contract value from $10,000 to literally $18,500 that year. So it almost doubled our contract value just being able to include those other products at scale because of ArcSite."
