Residential Construction
Dedicated industry experience
For 30+ years, we have been working together with businesses just like yours to help streamline operations and boost profitability. We fully understand the unique needs and challenges of home builders, remodelers, land developers, multi-family developers, and trade contractors.
Customer success stories
Learn why our customers have chosen us as their industry software solutions business partner.
Industries supported
With vast first-hand experience, our industry experts deliver exceptional results and unmatched expertise in these businesses
ERP software constructed for your business
In the changing landscape of residential construction, efficient management of projects, resources, and operations is paramount. ERP software solutions emerge as indispensable tools, seamlessly integrating diverse processes to empower companies with streamlined operations, optimal resource allocation, and enhanced project visibility. By catering to the specific needs of builders, remodelers, and trade contractors, these ERP solutions empower you to navigate complexity with precision, fostering efficiency and collaboration throughout every facet of the construction lifecycle.
ERP products
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ERP product videos
Watch an overview of MarkSystems, BuildTools, and Bolt software solutions.
Business applications built for your industry
The integration of advanced business applications with ERP software has greatly improved the way residential construction builders and developers operate. From CRM systems that foster personalized interactions to online sales and design centers that bring a virtual showroom experience to clients, and efficient lot management tools that streamline land development, these innovations collectively redefine the industry's efficiency and customer engagement standards.
Business applications
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Our Integrated Software Ecosystem in Production
Transforming Home Building with ECI's Integrated Software Solutions: MonteVista Homes Success Story
Discover how MonteVista Homes leveraged the power of ECI's integrated software solutions to greatly enhance their business operations, from prospecting and sales to lot management and design visualization. In these customer testimonial videos, owner Luke Pickerill shares the remarkable impact of MarkSystems, Insearch, Lasso CRM, and LotVue on their journey to growth, efficiency, and industry-leading performance.
- Video 1: MarkSystems transforms their home building business, taking them from a chaotic operation to a streamlined, highly efficient company.
- Video 2: Insearch enhances the home buying experience by providing real-time visualization of design options for their customers.
- Video 3: Lasso CRM provides critical insights and automating follow-ups, ensuring their sales team stays on track and marketing dollars are spent wisely.
- Video 4: LotVue improves their lot management and marketing processes by providing real-time data and powerful tools that drive both sales and profitability.
The results achieved for MonteVista Homes by product
- Enabled the company to double its home production while significantly increasing revenue and gross margins
- Integrated all business functions under one ERP system
- Achieved a best-in-class variance of just 0.5% in direct costs
- Allows customers to instantly see how different color palettes, options, and designs will look in kitchens, bathrooms, exteriors, and more
- Empowers customers by meeting them where they are in their home-buying journey, offering transparency in options and costs
- Automatically connects with MarkSystems, making it easier to manage options, developments, communities, and pricing
- Provides detailed insights into how marketing and advertising campaigns are converting at each stage of the sales funnel
- Ensures no lead is forgotten by automating follow-ups, keeping the sales team organized and efficient
- Tracks conversion ratios at each stage of the sales funnel, enabling better management of customer journeys
- Automatically updates lot availability and sales data on the website in real time, reducing manual updates and driving urgency in sales
- Includes click tracking and view metrics for each lot, enabling data-driven decisions on lot premiums and marketing strategies
- Offers quick access to important data like margins, variance reports, and budget details directly from the lot view
Empowering success: essential software capabilities for thriving in the modern business landscape
In order to achieve success in today's competitive business landscape, it is crucial to harness the power of essential software capabilities. These capabilities serve as the cornerstone of efficiency, enabling businesses to streamline their operations, optimize their processes, and deliver exceptional results.
From advanced data analytics that provide valuable insights into market trends and customer behaviors, to seamless collaboration tools that foster teamwork and innovation, these software capabilities empower organizations to make informed decisions, adapt to changing circumstances, and stay ahead of the curve.
By integrating these capabilities into your business strategy, you unlock the potential to not only meet but exceed your goals, fostering growth, adaptability, and sustained success.
Software capabilities for you to be successful
Project Management
Gain an overview of the entire construction project, including tasks, timelines, and dependencies.
Scheduling
Create and visualize project schedules, allocate resources, and coordinate tasks effectively and efficiently to meet your deadlines.
Estimating
Generate accurate, comprehensive, and detailed estimates for material costs, labor expenses, and other project-related expenses.
Communication
Facilitate effective communication with project stakeholders to improve collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
Integrated Accounting
Manage your financial operations, track expenses, monitor cash flow, and generate accurate and timely financial reports.
CRM
Streamline lead management, enhance customer relationships, improve customer satisfaction, and drive business growth.
Reporting
Provide accurate, timely, and actionable insights with comprehensive reporting capabilities that empower strategic decision-making.
Lot Management
Manage and optimize land-related processes, enhance decision-making, and maximize the value of land assets.
Warranty
Efficiently manage and track home warranty claims, enhance customer satisfaction, and streamline warranty-related processes.
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Trusted by residential construction companies throughout North America
Leverage our decades of expertise
Our team’s extensive experience spans from single-family homes to multi-unit developments. We understand the intricacies and challenges involved in residential construction—from initial design and planning to the final stages of construction and finishing touches—and take your success personally.
Our team has been where you are
Many of our team members came from the industries we serve so they understand your pain points and have solutions to help. From running their own home building business to working for land developers or doing sales for a Fortune 500 builder, our team brings their experience to each interaction with customers.
Innovative software solutions
Our solutions encompass a wide range of functionalities that we know will help your residential construction business thrive in our rapidly evolving industry. This includes project management, scheduling, estimating, budgeting, reporting, and communication tools.
Bridging the communication gap
Traditional communication methods like phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings often lead to miscommunication, delays, and information gaps. Our team experienced it first-hand and built our platforms deliver real-time collaboration, document sharing, progress tracking, and reporting.
Residential Construction FAQs
What software solutions are commonly used in the residential construction industry?
Many residential construction businesses use project management software, scheduling software, estimating software, accounting software, customer relationship management (CRM) software, document management software, reporting software, and communication and collaboration tools.
Since managing all these pieces of software independently can be a challenge, businesses turn to end-to-end solutions that bring these critical functionalities into a single solution.
How can business management software benefit my residential construction business?
The right business management software can make a significant impact on the success of a business. It can improve project planning and management, streamline communication and collaboration, enhance cost estimation and budgeting, strengthen document management, deliver accurate reporting and analytics, increase productivity, and better customer relationships.
Additionally, a cloud-based software solution delivers flexibility and security to businesses of all sizes.
How long does it take to implement software for residential construction?
The implementation time for residential construction software can vary depending on the complexity of the software, the size of the business, and the level of customization required. Typically, it can take a few weeks to a few months to implement and configure software solutions for these businesses.
Before you get started, check out our Ultimate Guide to Finding the Right Business Management Software.
Can software solutions integrate with other existing tools or systems?
Yes. Many software solutions in the residential construction industry offer integration capabilities to deliver seamless data exchange, streamline workflows, and enhance overall efficiency. Some systems that often integrate in our industry include accounting, scheduling, and CRM software.
Are residential construction software solutions user-friendly?
Yes. Many software solutions built for the residential construction industry are designed with simple user experience in mind. They typically have intuitive interfaces, easy-to-use features, and provide user training and support.
This approach ensures that even non-technical users can quickly adapt and use the software effectively.
How can I be sure my data is safe and secure?
For optimal security, businesses turn to the cloud. Cloud solutions prioritize data security and have various measures in place to protect sensitive information. This includes data encryption, user authentication, regular backups, and adherence to industry-standard security protocols.
It is important to choose reputable software providers that prioritize data security, have robust security measures in place, and employ dedicate cloud experts to uphold strong security standards.
How can software help with tracking project progress and timelines?
Project management and scheduling software solutions are specifically designed to track project progress and timelines. Many solutions present it in a clear way that can be understood by all team members.
Features like Gantt charts, task tracking, resource management, and progress reporting enable construction businesses to monitor project milestones, identify delays, and make necessary adjustments to keep projects on track.
How can software improve customer communication and satisfaction?
Some software solutions have built-in CRM capabilities while others are solely dedicated to providing this functionality. No matter how residential construction businesses use it, CRM software helps effectively manage customer interactions, track communication history, and centralize customer information. This helps provide timely responses to customer inquiries, personalize service, and improve overall customer satisfaction.
Additionally, software solutions with communication tools facilitate seamless communication between project teams, subcontractors, and clients, ensuring clarity and transparency throughout the construction process.
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