Question 1

What is EchoBid?

Accepted Answer

EchoBid is the easiest project management app built specifically for contractors and trades. Designed for painters, landscapers, cleaners, and other service-based businesses, EchoBid simplifies estimating, scheduling, invoicing, and client management—all in one powerful yet easy-to-use platform. With EchoBid, you can streamline your workflow, eliminate paperwork, and get paid faster. Whether you’re on the job site or on the go, EchoBid helps you stay organized and focused on what you do best. No hassle. No complexity. Just the tools you need to run your trade business—effortlessly.

Question 2

Who is EchoBid for?

Accepted Answer

EchoBid is designed specifically for trade businesses—and built by a former residential painter and small business owner. Whether you’re in residential painting, appliance repair, cleaning, construction, electrical services, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, landscaping, or any other service-based trade, EchoBid helps streamline your workflow from start to finish. Manage estimates, scheduling, invoicing, and client communication—all in one place. No in-app upsells—you get unlimited estimates, invoicing and photos. Always. To make setup effortless, we offer pre-made product packs with standard line items, so you can get your business up and running instantly without the hassle of manual entry. EchoBid is built for tradesmen who want to work smarter, not harder.

Question 3

How do I sign up?

Accepted Answer

Signing up for EchoBid is fast and free. Just visit app.EchoBid.ai and click “Create Account.” Enter your business info, set up your profile, and start your 14-day free trial—no credit card required. To make setup even easier, EchoBid includes pre-loaded product packs with standard line items. Once you're in, you can start estimating, scheduling, invoicing, and managing projects from any device.

Question 4

How much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

EchoBid plans are annual: Solo is $99.99/year, Pro is $129.99/year (up to 3 seats), and Team is $199.99/year (up to 6 seats). Subcontractors can access EchoBid with limited capabilities for free, allowing them to stay connected to projects.

Question 5

Are there any contracts or commitments required?

Accepted Answer

No long-term contracts. EchoBid is billed annually and renews each year. You can cancel before renewal; we do not offer refunds for partial terms. Please see our Terms of Service for more. We offer a free 14 day trial, no credit card required.

Question 6

Do I need a computer to use EchoBid?

Accepted Answer

Nope. EchoBid is fully mobile-friendly—you can run your entire business from your phone, tablet, or computer. Switch between devices anytime.

Question 7

What’s included in the free trial?

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Everything—well, almost. You’ll get full access to EchoBid’s features for 14 days which means you can create estimates, schedule jobs, manage subs, generate invoices, and more. No credit card required. The only thing you are not able to do is “get paid online”, as that requires a premium subscription.

Question 8

How do I invoice and get paid?

Accepted Answer

We partner with Stripe—a secure, trusted payment processor. With a premium account you can send professional invoices with EchoBid and give clients an easy way to pay online.

Question 9

Can I add multiple users?

Accepted Answer

Yes. EchoBid’s mission is to help small, independent businesses grow. Our platform is best for 1-6 users, and we also support work orders to collaborate with subcontractors.

Question 10

What if I don’t want all of my employees to see certain information?

Accepted Answer

We have 3 tiers of team members built into EchoBid—Admin, Manager, and Lead. Each role corresponds with unique role settings.

Question 11

What makes EchoBid different?

Accepted Answer

EchoBid stands out because it offers unlimited estimating and invoicing without restrictions—unlike many competitors that charge per estimate, invoice, or user. Created by a painter and business owner, it was built specifically for independent contractors and small businesses to streamline their workflow without unnecessary costs or limitations. It’s mobile-first, unlike many clunky, desktop-based project management platforms. We know you’re always on the go, so we designed EchoBid to keep communication with your team and clients seamless, while syncing across all devices. Our simplified workflow makes it easy for service businesses to create estimates and invoices quickly and efficiently. Plus, EchoBid is cost-effective, with no hidden fees or tiered pricing that locks essential features behind a paywall. Whether you’re a solo contractor or scaling your company, EchoBid is built for growth, adapting to your needs. The user-friendly interface ensures there’s no steep learning curve, so you can start using it right away. And finally, our top-notch customer service sets us apart—we offer free 1:1 tutorials, fast support, and continuously implement user feedback to improve EchoBid.

Question 12

Have a question we did not answer?

Accepted Answer

We’re here to help. Contact us at support@echobid.ai or contact us to schedule a 1:1 tutorial with our founder.

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