Plumbing contractor software in Chicago.
Plumbers price service by the hour and project work by the fixture. Renovate ships both billing modes cleanly. Purpose built for Chicago, IL plumbing contractors.
What ships for Chicago plumbing contractors
Built for plumbing contractors
Plumbers price service by the hour and project work by the fixture. Renovate ships both billing modes cleanly.
Milestone billing built in
Split any total into stages tied to physical project progress. Invoice each stage. Get paid on time on every Chicago, IL project.
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.
Stripe Connect payments
Connect Stripe Connect so clients can pay online. Renovate takes zero percent.
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 plumbing contractors 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.
Plumbing contractor FAQ for Chicago
What does Plumbing contractor Software from Renovate include for Chicago shops?+
Hourly service invoicing, per fixture rough in estimates, recurring maintenance contracts, and payment collection. 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 plumbing contractor 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 plumbing contractor estimates?+
Hourly service invoice for a leak fix or a per fixture rough in estimate for a bathroom remodel. You can attach photos and plans directly to the estimate, calculate markup automatically, and send with a one click accept button.
Can Chicago plumbing contractors accept online invoice payments?+
Yes. Connect Stripe Connect and every invoice ships with a mobile responsive online pay button. Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and bank transfer. Funds land directly in your bank. Renovate takes zero percent.
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, log payments, invoice milestones, and capture Renovate AI mockups directly from your phone at any job site.
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Run your Chicago plumbing contractor shop like a pro.
Estimates, milestone invoices, pipeline, and Renovate AI room mockups. From $29.99 per month with unlimited users.