Handyman software in Chicago.
Handyman work is a mix of hourly service calls and small fixed price projects. Renovate ships both invoice types. Purpose built for Chicago, IL handymen.
What ships for Chicago handymen
Built for handymen
Handyman work is a mix of hourly service calls and small fixed price projects. Renovate ships both invoice types.
Milestone billing built in
Split any total into stages tied to physical project progress. Each stage becomes its own branded invoice you send when the work is done on your Chicago, IL projects.
Renovate AI mockups
Show clients photorealistic room mockups before they sign. 50 previews per month on Pro, 100 on Pro Plus.
Contacts + pipeline built in
Every lead, active client, and past customer in one place. Weighted revenue forecast and stale deal alerts.
Your terms on every invoice
Your payment terms and instructions print on every estimate and milestone invoice. Renovate never sits between you and your money.
Local knowledge for Chicago
Bungalow, greystone, and two flat renovations dominate the neighborhood market. Basement finishes and kitchen remodels lead demand in Lincoln Park, Logan Square, and Oak Park.
Chicago market note
How handymen in Chicago typically operate
Bungalow, greystone, and two flat renovations dominate the neighborhood market. Basement finishes and kitchen remodels lead demand in Lincoln Park, Logan Square, and Oak Park.
Licensing note
The City of Chicago requires a general contractor licence issued by the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection. Insurance and bonding are mandatory.
FAQ
Handyman FAQ for Chicago
What does Handyman Software from Renovate include for Chicago shops?
Hourly service invoicing, small project estimates, contacts, and follow up reminders. Renovate is $29.99 per month for Pro or $59.99 per month for Pro Plus. Unlimited users, unlimited estimates, unlimited invoices.
Do I need a licence to work as a handyman in Chicago?
The City of Chicago requires a general contractor licence issued by the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection. Insurance and bonding are mandatory.
How does Renovate handle handyman estimates?
Quick hourly service invoice from the truck or a full line item estimate for larger projects. You can attach photos and plans directly to the estimate, calculate markup automatically, and send with a one click accept button.
How does Renovate handle invoices for Chicago handymen?
Renovate generates a clean branded invoice as a secure link, with your payment terms and instructions on it. Split any total into milestone invoices and send each one when its stage is done. Your client pays you directly, the way they already do.
Does Renovate have a mobile app I can use on Chicago job sites?
Yes. Native iOS and Android apps ship with the full feature set. Send estimates, invoice milestones, mark payments received, and capture Renovate AI mockups directly from your phone at any job site.
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Run your Chicago handyman shop like a pro.
Estimates, milestone invoices, pipeline, and Renovate AI room mockups. From $29.99 per month with unlimited users.