Plumbing Software
Plumbing Estimating Software
Everything plumbers need to quote and get paid, in a single app. Build a professional estimate in minutes, send it before you leave, and turn it into a paid invoice fast.
Free plumbing estimate templates
Open any template to review its line items, copy it, or download it as a PDF or Word document.
Water Heater Replacement
A standard water heater replacement includes removing the old unit, installing a new tank or tankless system, and connecting water and gas lines. Most jobs run $1,100 to $2,400 depending on unit type, capacity, and permit requirements.
Drain Clearing / Snaking
Drain clearing covers snaking a clogged sink, tub, toilet, or main line to remove blockages without excavation. Most jobs run $100 to $350 for a standard fixture drain, or up to $500 for a main line.
Hydro-Jetting Service
Hydro-jetting uses high-pressure water to clear grease, roots, and heavy buildup from drain and sewer lines. Residential jobs typically run $350 to $770, with severe main-line clogs reaching $1,000 or more.
Sewer Line Repair
Sewer line repair addresses cracked, collapsed, or root-infiltrated pipe sections without full replacement. Costs typically run $2,500 to $4,000 depending on repair method, depth, and pipe material.
Sewer Camera Inspection
A sewer camera inspection uses a fiber-optic camera to identify blockages, root intrusion, cracks, or misalignment inside sewer lines. Most inspections cost $270 to $800, with longer or harder-to-access lines running up to $1,700.
Main Sewer Line Replacement
Main sewer line replacement involves digging up and replacing a damaged or collapsed sewer line, either by open trench or trenchless method. Most residential jobs run $3,000 to $7,000, with per-foot pricing between $50 and $250 depending on depth and access.
Tankless Water Heater Installation
Tankless water heater installation includes mounting the unit, running gas or electric lines, and installing venting for exhaust. Most jobs run $1,800 to $5,700 depending on fuel type, unit capacity, and whether new venting or gas line upsizing is required.
Water Heater Repair
Water heater repair covers diagnosing and fixing issues like a failed thermostat, heating element, gas control valve, or leak. Costs typically run $90 to $750 depending on severity, with major tank failures sometimes exceeding $1,000.
Faucet Installation
Faucet installation covers removing an old fixture and installing a new kitchen or bathroom faucet, including supply line connections. Most jobs run $150 to $500 for labor alone, or $514 to $845 total including a mid-range fixture.
Toilet Installation / Repair
Toilet installation or repair covers removing an old unit, installing a new toilet, or fixing issues like a running tank or weak flush. Installation jobs typically run $225 to $650, while repairs run $95 to $350.
Garbage Disposal Installation
Garbage disposal installation includes removing the old unit (if applicable), mounting the new disposal, and connecting drain and electrical lines. Most jobs run $200 to $600 depending on horsepower and whether new wiring is needed.
Shower Valve Replacement
Shower valve replacement involves accessing the valve behind the wall, removing the old cartridge or valve body, and installing a new one. Most jobs run $350 to $900 depending on whether tile or drywall access is required.
Sump Pump Installation / Repair
Sump pump installation covers setting up a new pit and pump system to manage basement or crawlspace water, while repair addresses a failed or underperforming existing unit. Installation runs $650 to $1,800; repairs run $150 to $500.
Whole-House Repipe
A whole-house repipe replaces all or most of a home's water supply lines, typically due to old galvanized or polybutylene pipe. Most single-family homes run $4,500 to $15,000 depending on square footage, pipe material, and number of fixtures.
New Construction Rough-In
New construction rough-in covers installing all supply and drain lines before walls are closed, including stub-outs for every fixture. Costs typically run $4,500 to $18,000 for a single-family home depending on square footage and fixture count.
Built for the way plumbers actually work
Plumbing is a speed-to-lead, emergency-driven trade — the plumber who quotes first from the truck usually wins the job.
Contractor Ace lets you quote, dispatch, and invoice from your phone, with prebuilt plumbing line items that turn a service call into a paid invoice the same day.
Quote every plumbing job in seconds
Keep your pricing dialed in with saved line items, so accurate estimates go out in seconds.
Everything your plumbing business needs in one app
Estimates
Build a branded estimate in under a minute and send it by text before you leave the job.
Invoices
Turn any approved estimate into an invoice with one tap and deliver it with a pay link.
Payments
Accept card, ACH, and tap-to-pay on the truck. Funds land the next business day.
Scheduling
See every job on one calendar with drag-and-drop rescheduling and Google sync.
Customer CRM
Every customer, property, and past job in one searchable place.
Review Requests
Auto-text a review request the moment an invoice is paid.
How plumbers save time and money with Contractor Ace
The fastest-quoting plumbers win the most work, and Contractor Ace is built for speed. Reusable line items and saved pricing mean you're not rebuilding the same estimate for the hundredth time — you tap, adjust, and send before you've left the driveway. More quotes out the door means more jobs booked and more revenue every week.
Under-quoting and unbilled change orders quietly eat your margin. With accurate saved pricing and change orders you can capture and get signed on the spot, you protect the profit on every job instead of eating the cost of a scope creep you forgot to charge for.
Consolidating your estimating, invoicing, payments, and scheduling into one app cuts the monthly software bill and the hours wasted juggling apps that don't talk to each other. For most plumbing business owners, the time saved on admin alone pays for the subscription many times over.
Simple pricing for your plumbing business
Start free, upgrade when you're ready. No contracts, no setup fees, cancel anytime.
Core
Perfect for getting started
- 1 User
- Up to 5 estimates or invoices per month
- Collect Payments
- Add Leads
- Manage Clients
- Contracting Job Templates
- Contracting Price Book
- Available on web, mobile & tablet
- Phone Number
- Messaging
- Client Portal
- QuickBooks Connect
- Call Tracking
Pro
billed monthly
Grow your service business
- 1 User included
- Unlimited Estimates & Invoices
- Collect Payments
- Add Leads
- Manage Clients
- Contracting Job Templates
- Contracting Price Book
- Self-hosted Client Portal
- Connect QuickBooks Online
- Follow Up Reminders
- Automated Contracts & eSignatures
- Change Orders
- Estimatic AI
- Automated Job Costing & Profitability Tracking
- Win more jobs with client financing
- Business Phone System
- Call & Text Tracking
- Custom URL & branding
Elite
billed monthly
Everything for serious service teams
- 2 Users included
- Everything in Pro
- Contracting Job Templates
- Contracting Price Book
- Business Phone Number
- Business Phone System
- Call & Text Tracking
- Review Requests
- Personal, group & client chats
- Self-hosted Client Portal
- Custom URL & branding
- Connect QuickBooks Online
- Zapier integration & developer API
Enterprise
billed monthly
For growing service businesses ready to scale — and for unhappy customers with other software providers who want to switch without losing time
- 10 Users included (+$20/mo per extra seat)
- 10 dedicated phone numbers (one per tech or service area)
- Everything in Elite
- Contracting Job Templates
- Contracting Price Book
- Self-hosted Client Portal
- Connect QuickBooks Online
- White-glove migration from other software providers — we handle the data transfer so you don't lose a day ($499–$999 one-time)
- Priority 60-min onboarding & setup call — get your team up and running fast
- Dedicated account rep & priority support queue
- Multi-location support
- Save thousands vs other software providers ($245+/tech/mo) — same power, contractor-built pricing
Frequently asked questions about plumbing software
Answers to the questions plumbers ask most about running a plumbing business on Contractor Ace.
What is the best estimating software for plumbing businesses?
Contractor Ace is an all-in-one estimating, invoicing, and payment app built for plumbers. You can build a branded plumbing estimate in under a minute, send it by text, collect a signature, and turn it into a paid invoice from your phone — all in one app.
How much does Contractor Ace cost for a plumbing business?
Contractor Ace is free for 1 user with up to 5 estimates or invoices per month. The Pro plan is $19/month billed annually and includes unlimited estimates and invoices, price book, contracts and eSignatures, AI, and job costing. Elite is $55/month billed annually and adds a business phone number, review requests, team chat, and custom branding.
Can I create plumbing estimates and invoices from my phone?
Yes. Contractor Ace works on iPhone, Android, and the web. plumbers can quote a job on site, send a professional estimate by text before leaving, and convert it to an invoice with one tap — no laptop required.
How do I get paid faster on plumbing jobs?
Every Contractor Ace invoice includes a secure pay link so customers can pay by card, ACH, or tap-to-pay on the spot. Funds land in your bank account the next business day, and automated reminders chase any unpaid invoices for you.
Does Contractor Ace handle scheduling and customer history for plumbers?
Yes. Contractor Ace includes a drag-and-drop calendar with Google Calendar sync, a full customer CRM with every property and past job, and automatic review requests the moment an invoice is paid — everything a plumbing business needs in one app.
Is there a free trial of Contractor Ace?
Yes. You can start free forever on the Free plan, and any paid plan can be tried without a contract or setup fee. Cancel anytime from your account.
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