Quick Answer
For new construction roofing, Buildertrend is the best overall platform — it’s built around the plan-set-to-punchlist workflow that new home builders and their roofing subs actually use. AccuLynx (RSG Score: 9.1) is the better pick if you’re a roofing-first company doing a mix of new builds and re-roofs and want a roofing CRM with strong supplier integrations. CoConstruct should not be purchased new in 2026 — it’s frozen software on a countdown clock.
RSG Verdict
Buildertrend wins for dedicated new construction roofing subs who work with GCs daily. AccuLynx wins for roofing contractors who do new builds alongside re-roofs and want the deepest roofing-specific tool on the market. Skip CoConstruct entirely for new purchases.
| 🏆 Best for Full New Construction Lifecycle | Buildertrend — plan sets, draw billing, GC coordination built in |
| 🎯 Best Roofing-Specific Platform | AccuLynx — purpose-built roofing CRM with new build capabilities |
| ⚠️ Avoid for New Purchases | CoConstruct — frozen development, no roadmap |
Most roofing software is built for the same job: homeowner calls about a leak, you send a sales rep, pull an aerial measurement, build a proposal, close the deal, order materials, install, collect payment. That’s the re-roofing and insurance restoration workflow. It’s what drives 90% of the roofing software market.
New construction roofing is a completely different animal. You’re working off architectural plan sets, not satellite images. You’re bidding to general contractors and home builders, not homeowners. You’re billing in draws tied to construction phases, not collecting a single payment at job completion. And you’re coordinating with a dozen other trades on a job site that doesn’t have a roof yet.
We looked at three platforms that new construction roofers commonly consider — Buildertrend, CoConstruct, and AccuLynx — and evaluated each one specifically through the lens of new home construction. Not general roofing. Not storm restoration. New builds. Here’s what we found.
Why New Construction Roofing Needs Different Software Than Re-Roofing
If you’ve tried running new construction jobs through a roofing CRM designed for retail re-roofs, you already know the pain. The lead capture forms assume a homeowner, not a GC. The estimating tools want to pull an EagleView report on a house that doesn’t exist yet. The invoicing expects one lump payment, not milestone draws.
New construction roofing software needs to handle plan sets and digital plan set takeoff — importing architectural blueprints and measuring from drawings, not aerial imagery. It needs GC bid submission workflows so you can compete on bid boards and track which builders you’re quoting. It needs draw-based billing tied to construction phases: deck complete, dry-in, final install.
Job costing is different too. On a re-roof, you track materials and labor on one job. On new builds, you need cost-code tracking that breaks out framing-phase versus finish-phase costs across dozens of identical lots. Subcontractor management matters more because you’re one of many trades on site, and scheduling conflicts with framers or HVAC crews will kill your margins.
Here’s the problem: most roofing software reviews evaluate these products for re-roofing workflows. Every top-ranking page for “new construction roofing software” is either a vendor product page or a generic roundup that doesn’t distinguish new builds from repairs. This guide fills that gap. We’re evaluating Buildertrend, CoConstruct, and AccuLynx on the criteria that actually matter for new home construction — and we’re being direct about where each one falls short.
What to Look for in New Construction Roofing Software
Before comparing specific products, here’s the evaluation framework we used. These are the capabilities that separate new construction roofing software from the re-roof tools that dominate the market.
Digital plan set takeoff. You need to import architectural PDFs and measure roof areas, pitches, and material quantities directly from blueprints. Aerial measurements from EagleView or Roofr are great for existing homes — they’re useless when the house is a set of drawings. Look for draw-based measurement tools, not just satellite-based roof takeoff.
GC and builder bid submission. New construction roofing means competitive bidding. Your software should help you track bid opportunities, manage GC relationships in your roofing CRM, and organize proposals by subdivision or builder — not just by individual homeowner leads. Lead management should include bid board tracking.
Subcontractor coordination. If you’re running crews on multiple new build sites, you need crew dispatch and job scheduling that accounts for trade sequencing. Your roofers can’t start until framing passes inspection. Drag-and-drop scheduling and work order assignment to subs or crews is essential.
Draw-based billing and phase billing. New construction invoicing follows the build schedule: rough-in draw, dry-in draw, final draw. Your software needs to handle invoicing and payment processing tied to milestones, not one-time completion billing.
Job costing with cost codes. You need to break out labor, materials, and overhead by construction phase. If you’re running 30 lots in a subdivision, you need to know your cost per square on Lot 14 versus Lot 22 — and whether your framing-phase labor is eating your margin. Accurate job costing is the difference between profitable new construction work and losing money on volume.
Integrations. At minimum: QuickBooks Online for accounting, a measurement tool for existing-structure bids, and material ordering connections to suppliers like ABC Supply or SRS Distribution. Check our complete guide to roofing software integrations for deeper coverage.
Mobile app with field-to-office connectivity. New construction sites are messy. Superintendents need to update job status, upload photos, and check schedules from the field. A mobile app that works reliably on-site — ideally with some offline capability — is non-negotiable.
Buildertrend: Best New Construction Roofing Software for Full Project Lifecycle Management
Buildertrend
The new construction platform that roofing subs can grow into
Buildertrend isn’t roofing software. Let’s get that out of the way. It’s a cloud-based construction project management platform built for home builders and remodelers. But that’s exactly why it’s the strongest tool for roofing contractors whose primary work is new construction.
Where roofing-specific platforms like AccuLynx and JobNimbus are designed around the lead-to-close cycle of a single re-roof, Buildertrend is designed around the entire lifecycle of a new home — from pre-construction planning through warranty. For roofing subs, that means plan set management, phase-based scheduling, draw-based billing, and direct coordination with general contractors.
New Construction Strengths
Buildertrend’s core advantage is that new construction workflows aren’t bolted on — they’re foundational. You can manage digital plan sets, assign cost codes by construction phase, schedule roofing installation around other trades using drag-and-drop scheduling, and submit draw requests tied to project milestones. Subcontractor management tools let GCs assign you work and track your progress, and if you’re the sub, you can manage your own crews within the platform.
The platform also supports workflow automation for repetitive new-build processes. If you’re roofing 50 lots in a subdivision with identical plans, you can template the job and replicate it — including material lists, schedules, and cost codes — across every lot. That’s a massive time saver that no roofing-specific CRM offers at this depth.
2026 Feature Updates
Buildertrend has been investing heavily in AI. Their AI-powered Client Updates tool, launched June 2025, pulls from Daily Logs, Schedule items, Change Orders, and Invoices to auto-generate a progress summary. According to Buildertrend, this reduces client communication time from 60 minutes to 6.5 minutes. Builders can share updates through the Client Portal in one click.
At IBS 2026, Buildertrend launched Bill Pay — an AI-enabled Bill Pay ACH workflow within Buildertrend Payments for paying subcontractors and vendors. It provides real-time visibility into payment status, ACH confirmations, amounts, and processing timelines directly inside the platform. For roofing subs waiting on draw payments from builders, this transparency matters.
The Generate AI Summary tool creates weekly progress summaries from platform-wide entries with one click. And on the leadership side, Charlotte Bradley joined as Chief Product Officer and Jason Cleary as Chief Business Officer in March 2026 — signaling continued investment in the platform.
Pricing
Buildertrend does not publish pricing on its website — you’ll need to schedule a demo for a custom quote. Based on third-party sources aggregating user reports, the Essential plan starts around $399–$499/month (roughly $339/month with annual billing). The Complete plan runs $999–$1,099/month (roughly $829/month annually). All plans include unlimited users and unlimited projects.
There is no free trial. You must schedule a demo to explore the software. For roofing contractors used to platforms in the $100–$300/month range, this is a significant price jump — but Buildertrend’s per-user pricing model (unlimited) can actually be more economical for larger crews than platforms that charge per seat.
User Complaints to Know About
The most consistent criticism across Capterra and G2 is the learning curve. One Capterra reviewer called the UX “absolutely awful,” saying it’s “a hard product to learn” with “like 10x more clicking than there needs to be.” On G2, users report performance lags and frustration with updates that disrupt established workflows.
A verified reviewer also flagged that there’s no bulk data export if you cancel — “there is no simple or bulk way to download years’ worth of files, photos, proposals, and customer information.” That’s a significant lock-in risk. Make sure you have a data backup strategy before going all-in.
Pros
- Purpose-built for new construction workflows: plan sets, draw billing, phase-based job costing
- Unlimited users and projects on every tier — no per-seat charges
- Strong 2026 AI features: Bill Pay, Client Updates, Generate AI Summary
- Deep subcontractor management and GC coordination tools
- Broad integration ecosystem including QuickBooks Online and CompanyCam
Cons
- Steep learning curve — users consistently describe the interface as complex and click-heavy
- No free trial and no public pricing — requires sales call to even see the software
- No bulk data export on cancellation — high switching costs once you’re invested
- Performance lags reported on G2, especially with large project loads
- Reported surprise price increases for long-term customers
Best for: Roofing subcontractors working regularly with general contractors and home builders on multi-phase new construction projects who need full lifecycle management and are willing to invest time in onboarding.
Skip it if: You’re a small roofing crew doing occasional new builds alongside retail re-roofs. The learning curve and cost don’t justify it for contractors who aren’t heavily weighted toward new construction.
CoConstruct: What New Construction Roofers Need to Know Before Buying
CoConstruct
Legacy builder platform — frozen development, proceed with caution
We need to be direct: do not buy CoConstruct for the first time in 2026. We know that’s a strong statement for a roundup that’s supposed to evaluate options. But recommending a product with no active development roadmap would be doing you a disservice.
What Happened
Buildertrend acquired CoConstruct in 2021. Since then, CoConstruct has stopped receiving meaningful feature updates. Multiple sources — including user reports on Capterra and industry coverage — confirm that Buildertrend is no longer investing in CoConstruct’s development. The company has stated it will continue providing support, but no significant new features have shipped since the acquisition.
CoConstruct’s own product updates page simply notes: “CoConstruct is now officially part of the Buildertrend family.” No 2026 product releases were found anywhere. On G2, CoConstruct’s profile hasn’t been actively managed for over a year.
What It Still Does (Legacy Strengths)
Before the acquisition, CoConstruct was a solid platform for custom home builders and remodelers. Its client communication tools, selection management for custom builds, and basic estimating and scheduling worked well for smaller new construction operations. If you’re already using it and your workflows function, it may continue to serve you in the short term.
It still has a QuickBooks integration and basic supplier connections, though these are not being expanded or maintained with new integrations. There’s no roofing-specific functionality — it was always a general builder tool.
Pricing
CoConstruct’s website does not publish current pricing. G2 lists editions ranging from $99 to $399/month, but that data was last updated in October 2024 and should be treated as potentially stale. Software Advice lists pricing as “available upon request.” Contact the vendor directly for current rates — but ask pointed questions about what you’re getting for your money.
The Red Flag Every Buyer Should Know
One Capterra reviewer captured the situation perfectly: “While they say that they won’t sunset the program in the near future, it still feels like it is on a countdown timer before you are forced to switch to Buildertrend.”
Users have also reported price increases since the acquisition with no corresponding feature improvements. The UX feels dated compared to modern platforms, and there are no AI features, no new integrations, and no development momentum.
Pros
- Legacy client communication and selection management tools still functional
- Familiar interface for existing long-term users
- Lower reported price point than Buildertrend (if G2 data is current)
Cons
- No meaningful feature development since 2021 acquisition — software is frozen
- No new integrations being added; existing connections may degrade over time
- Price increases reported with no feature improvements in return
- Users face inevitable forced migration to Buildertrend
- Dated UX with no AI features or modern workflow automation
Verdict for new construction buyers: CoConstruct is a diminishing asset. Do not build a new construction workflow on a platform with no development roadmap. If you’re already on it and functional, start planning your migration — either to Buildertrend (if you want the full new construction stack) or to AccuLynx (if you’re primarily a roofing contractor).
AccuLynx: Best Roofing-Specific Software with New Construction Capabilities
AccuLynx
The deepest CRM built exclusively for roofing — now with new construction chops
AccuLynx is the opposite approach from Buildertrend. Where Buildertrend is a construction platform that roofers can use, AccuLynx is a roofing platform — period. It’s purpose-built for roofing contractors, and every feature, integration, and workflow is designed for how roofers actually work. That roofing-specific DNA is its biggest strength. For a detailed breakdown, see our full AccuLynx review.
The question is whether a roofing-specific tool can handle new construction workflows — and the answer is: mostly yes, with some gaps.
New Construction Capabilities
AccuLynx handles the core new construction roofing workflow better than most contractors expect. You can build estimates from plan sets, assign work orders to subcontractors or crews, schedule jobs with crew dispatch and job scheduling tools, and generate proposals with Good/Better/Best pricing tiers. For GC bid submission, you can track bid opportunities as leads in the CRM and manage builder relationships through the pipeline.
Where AccuLynx really shines on new builds is material ordering. With 20+ integrations to roofing industry suppliers — including ABC Supply, SRS Distribution, and QXO — you can get real-time material pricing, run waste calculations, and order directly from the platform. That’s a major advantage over Buildertrend, where material ordering for roofing-specific suppliers isn’t as deeply integrated.
Proposal templates with digital signatures and e-signatures let you turn estimates into signed contracts fast. And the lead management and lead capture tools work well for tracking which builders and GCs you’re bidding to, even if the CRM wasn’t originally designed around the GC relationship model.
Roofing-Specific Strengths That Matter on New Builds
AccuLynx integrates with EagleView for aerial measurements and measurement reports — useful when you’re bidding repairs on existing structures alongside your new construction work. The estimating workflow includes waste calculations and real-time material pricing baked in, not bolted on. If you’re also using CompanyCam for photo documentation on job sites, that integration is native.
The mobile app provides field-to-office connectivity for crews and project managers working across multiple job sites. For new construction roofers running 5–10 active job sites simultaneously, having your schedule, material orders, and job details accessible from the truck is critical.
As an all-in-one roofing software platform, AccuLynx covers CRM, estimating, project management, material ordering, invoicing and payment processing, and reporting in a single system. You won’t need to stitch together four different tools.
Pricing
AccuLynx launched a new Essential plan at $250/month — the only vendor-confirmed public price point. This is designed for smaller roofing operations needing core CRM functionality. Pro and Elite plans remain quote-only; you’ll need to check our AccuLynx pricing breakdown or contact AccuLynx directly for upper-tier rates.
Compared to Buildertrend’s ~$399–$499/month starting point, AccuLynx’s entry price is significantly lower. For roofing contractors who do new construction as part of a mixed workload (not exclusively new builds), the value proposition is strong.
Where AccuLynx Falls Short for New Construction
AccuLynx is roofing-only. That’s its strength and its limitation. It doesn’t have Buildertrend’s plan set management depth, construction-phase scheduling with trade sequencing, or draw-based billing tied to construction milestones. If your new construction workflow requires coordinating with GCs through shared scheduling platforms, Buildertrend is better equipped.
AccuLynx also doesn’t have the cost-code tracking depth that dedicated construction management platforms like Procore or STACK offer. For contractors doing high-volume tract housing where per-lot cost analysis is critical, you may need supplemental tools.
And if you’re doing significant non-roofing work on new builds — siding, gutters, or general contracting — AccuLynx won’t cover those trades. It’s roofing or nothing. That specialization is a feature for most, but a constraint for some.
Pros
- Purpose-built for roofing — no customization required to fit roofing workflows
- Deepest supplier integrations in the market: ABC Supply, SRS Distribution, QXO
- Real-time material pricing and waste calculations built into estimating
- $250/month Essential plan is the most affordable entry point of the three
- Actively maintained with 2026 updates — contrast with CoConstruct’s frozen state
- Strong mobile app for field-to-office connectivity across multiple job sites
Cons
- No deep plan set management or digital plan set takeoff for architectural blueprints
- No draw-based billing — invoicing isn’t designed around construction phase milestones
- Roofing-only scope means no coverage for other trades on new build projects
- Upper-tier pricing is opaque — Pro and Elite plans require a sales conversation
Best for: Roofing contractors — from small crews to mid-size operations — doing new construction work alongside re-roofs who want a roofing-native platform with the industry’s strongest supplier integrations rather than a generic construction management tool.
Skip it if: You’re exclusively a new construction roofing sub whose workflow revolves around plan sets, GC coordination platforms, and draw billing. Buildertrend is built for that world. AccuLynx is built for roofers who also do new builds.
New Construction Roofing Software Compared: Buildertrend vs. CoConstruct vs. AccuLynx
Here’s how these three platforms stack up on the criteria that matter most for new construction roofing. We built this comparison table around new-build workflows specifically — not general roofing features.
| New Construction Criteria | Buildertrend | CoConstruct | AccuLynx |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Construction Workflow Fit | Purpose-built ✓ | Legacy support | Adapted for new builds |
| Digital Plan Set Takeoff | Full blueprint support ✓ | Basic | Limited |
| GC Bid Submission Support | Built-in GC coordination ✓ | Basic | Via CRM pipeline tracking |
| Subcontractor Management | Deep scheduling + payment ✓ | Basic assignment | Work order assignment |
| Draw-Based / Phase Billing | Native draw billing ✓ | Supported | Not available |
| Job Costing with Cost Codes | Phase-based cost codes ✓ | Basic job costing | Job-level costing |
| Roofing Supplier Integrations | Limited roofing-specific | Basic | ABC Supply, SRS, QXO ✓ |
| Aerial Measurements | Via EagleView | Not integrated | EagleView native ✓ |
| Roofing-Specific Features | Minimal | None | 9.5/10 RSG rating ✓ |
| QuickBooks Online Integration | Yes | Yes (legacy) | Yes |
| Mobile App | Yes | Yes (unmaintained) | Active development ✓ |
| AI Features (2026) | Bill Pay, Client Updates, AI Summary ✓ | None | Active development |
| Active Development | Yes — heavy 2026 investment ✓ | No — frozen since 2021 | Yes — Spring 2026 updates ✓ |
| Confirmed Starting Price | ~$399/mo (Tier 2, unverified) | $99–$399/mo (G2 Oct 2024, unverified) | $250/mo (vendor-confirmed) ✓ |
| RSG Score | Provisional — not officially scored | Not scored | 9.1/10 RSG Gold |
Buildertrend wins on every new-construction-specific criterion: plan sets, GC coordination, draw billing, phase-based job costing, and subcontractor management. If new builds are your primary business, it’s the clear choice.
AccuLynx wins on roofing-specific depth: supplier integrations, aerial measurements, roofing CRM features, and pricing transparency. If you’re a roofer first who does new construction as part of a mixed workload, AccuLynx gives you the best of both worlds. For an in-depth comparison with other roofing platforms, see our AccuLynx vs JobNimbus breakdown.
CoConstruct wins nothing in 2026. It’s included here because contractors still ask about it. The answer is: don’t buy it, and if you’re on it, start planning your exit.
How New Construction Roofers Should Evaluate and Buy Roofing Software
Step 1: Map your workflow before you demo. Identify your biggest pain point — is it estimating from plan sets? Managing GC relationships? Phase billing? Job costing? The right tool depends on which bottleneck is costing you the most money. Use our complete buyer’s guide as a starting framework.
Step 2: Ask new-construction-specific questions during demos. Don’t let the sales rep walk you through a re-roofing demo. Ask: Can I import architectural plan sets for takeoff? Does the platform support draw-based or milestone billing? How does subcontractor payment tracking work? If they can’t demo these workflows, the tool isn’t built for your work.
Step 3: Verify pricing directly. All three platforms are primarily quote-based. The only publicly confirmed figure is AccuLynx’s $250/month Essential plan. Third-party pricing data on Capterra, G2, and Software Advice can be outdated by 12+ months. Get a written quote, and ask about annual billing discounts and price-lock guarantees.
Step 4: Check integration depth. Verify that QuickBooks Online sync is bidirectional or understand the limitations. Confirm your primary material supplier (ABC Supply, SRS Distribution, or QXO) has a live integration. Check whether EagleView or your preferred measurement tool connects natively. The NRCA recommends standardizing your technology stack to reduce errors — integrations are how you get there.
Step 5: Evaluate the mobile app for job site reality. New construction sites often lack reliable connectivity. Ask about offline capability during your demo. Have your superintendent try the app on a real job site, not just over Wi-Fi in the office.
Other Platforms New Construction Roofers Ask About
We focused this roundup on Buildertrend, CoConstruct, and AccuLynx because they’re the three products new construction roofers most commonly consider. But several other platforms come up in conversations:
JobNimbus is a popular roofing CRM, especially for best roofing software for small contractors lists, but it’s optimized for retail re-roofs and storm restoration — not new construction workflows. Read our full JobNimbus review for details.
Roofr offers affordable measurement reports and proposal tools but lacks the project management depth needed for new builds. It’s better suited as a supplemental roof takeoff tool. See our Roofr review.
ServiceTitan is an enterprise platform that handles field service operations but isn’t built around new construction phasing or GC coordination. Check our ServiceTitan for Roofers analysis.
Procore is the enterprise construction management standard and handles new construction brilliantly — but it’s priced and scoped for large general contractors, not roofing subcontractors. If you’re doing $10M+ in new construction roofing revenue, it’s worth evaluating.
iRoofing is a roofing estimating and visualization tool — helpful for proposals but not a project management or new construction contractor CRM solution.
For contractors who want to see how all of these options compare on features and pricing, our roofing software price comparison covers every major platform.
What Contractors Are Asking
“I’m a roofing sub for three production builders. Do I really need Buildertrend, or is AccuLynx enough?”
It depends on how deeply you’re integrated into your builders’ workflows. If your GCs use Buildertrend and share schedules, documents, and draw requests through it, being on the same platform eliminates a massive coordination headache. If your builders just call you when framing’s done and you invoice them separately, AccuLynx handles your side of the business better and costs less.
“Can I use AccuLynx to track bids on subdivisions where I’m quoting 50+ lots?”
You can, but it requires some creative pipeline setup. Create the subdivision as a parent contact (the builder) and each lot as a separate job within that account. AccuLynx’s CRM wasn’t designed for tract-housing volume the way Buildertrend’s lot management is, so you’ll do more manual organization. For under 20 active lots, it works fine. Above that, Buildertrend’s templating is noticeably more efficient.
“Is there any free roofing software that handles new construction?”
Not at the level you need. Free roofing software options typically cover basic estimating or CRM functions for retail re-roofs — they don’t include plan set takeoff, draw billing, or subcontractor management. Check our free roofing software roundup for what’s available, but for new construction, plan to invest in a paid platform.
“We do 70% re-roofs and 30% new construction. Which platform covers both?”
AccuLynx is your best bet. It’s built for the roofing workflows that drive your majority revenue (re-roofs), and its estimating, material ordering, and CRM tools are strong enough to handle new construction bids. You’ll miss draw-based billing and deep plan set management, but for a 70/30 split, AccuLynx’s roofing-specific depth is more valuable than Buildertrend’s new construction depth.
“Does any of this software help with roofing software for commercial contractors doing new commercial builds?”
Buildertrend is the closest fit for commercial new construction among these three, though it’s primarily residential-focused. For large commercial new construction roofing, Procore is the industry standard. AccuLynx handles commercial re-roofing well but isn’t designed for multi-phase commercial new builds with complex bid processes. See our guide on residential vs. commercial roofing software for a deeper comparison.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best software for roofing contractors doing new construction?
Buildertrend is the best platform for roofing contractors primarily doing new construction because it’s designed around the full build lifecycle — plan sets, phase scheduling, draw billing, and GC coordination. AccuLynx is the better choice for roofing contractors who do new construction alongside re-roofing work and want the deepest roofing-specific features.
Does roofing software work for new construction bids?
Yes, but with limitations. AccuLynx lets you track bid opportunities through its roofing CRM pipeline and generate proposals with proposal templates. Buildertrend supports full GC bid submission workflows with plan set management. Most roofing-specific tools are optimized for homeowner proposals, not competitive GC bidding, so verify this workflow during your demo.
How much does new construction roofing software cost per month?
AccuLynx’s Essential plan starts at $250/month (vendor-confirmed). Buildertrend’s Essential plan is approximately $399–$499/month based on third-party reports, though pricing is quote-based. CoConstruct’s pricing is unverified — G2 listed $99–$399/month as of October 2024. All three require contacting the vendor for exact quotes on higher tiers.
What is the difference between roofing software and general construction software?
Roofing software like AccuLynx is built specifically for roofing workflows — aerial measurements, material ordering from roofing suppliers, waste calculations, and roofing-specific proposal formats. General construction software like Buildertrend or Procore covers all trades and phases of a build but lacks roofing-specific integrations. For more detail, read our roofing vs. general contractor software guide.
Can roofing software integrate with QuickBooks?
Yes. AccuLynx, Buildertrend, and most major roofing platforms integrate with QuickBooks Online. AccuLynx’s integration syncs invoices, payments, and customer data. Check our best roofing software with QuickBooks integration roundup for a full comparison of how each platform handles the sync.
What roofing software do professional roofers use on new builds?
Roofing subs working with production home builders most commonly use Buildertrend because their GCs are often already on the platform. Roofing companies that do a mix of new construction and re-roofing tend to prefer AccuLynx for its roofing-specific CRM and supplier integrations. Some larger commercial roofers use Procore for enterprise-level new construction projects.
What is the best CRM for a roofing company bidding new home construction?
AccuLynx is the best roofing CRM overall, earning a 9.1 RSG Score. For new construction bidding specifically, its lead management tools let you track builder relationships and bid opportunities through a pipeline. Buildertrend’s CRM is less roofing-specific but better suited for managing ongoing GC relationships across multiple subdivisions and projects. See our best CRM for roofing sales teams roundup for more options.
Final Verdict: Which New Construction Roofing Software Should You Buy?
This comes down to one question: what percentage of your work is new construction?
If new construction is 60%+ of your revenue and you work closely with builders and GCs, get Buildertrend. It’s the only platform here that natively handles plan sets, draw-based billing, phase job costing, and GC coordination. The learning curve is real and the price is higher, but you’re buying a tool built for exactly how new construction works. Accept the onboarding investment, budget for the $400+/month, and you’ll have a system that grows with your new construction volume.
If you’re a roofing contractor first who does new construction as part of a mixed workload, get AccuLynx. It’s the deepest roofing CRM on the market, with unmatched supplier integrations, strong estimating tools, and a new construction contractor CRM workflow that handles builder relationships and new build bids. You’ll sacrifice draw billing and deep plan set management, but you’ll gain the roofing-specific features that make your re-roof and repair work more profitable too. At $250/month for the Essential plan, the entry cost is the lowest of the three.
Do not buy CoConstruct. It’s frozen software with no development roadmap. If you’re currently on it, start evaluating Buildertrend or AccuLynx now — don’t wait for the forced migration.
RSG Verdict
For new construction roofing software, Buildertrend is the best full-lifecycle platform and AccuLynx is the best roofing-specific platform. AccuLynx earns our highest official score at 9.1/10 for roofing contractors who need a single platform that covers new builds and re-roofs. Buildertrend is the better tool for dedicated new construction subs but hasn’t been officially scored by RSG. CoConstruct should not be purchased new — it’s a frozen product on borrowed time.
