Electrical Contractor Software That Actually Works for Small Shops
Stop paying enterprise prices for software built for companies with dispatch centers and 50 trucks. ProTrades gives you professional estimating, proposals, and job management — designed for electrical contractors running crews of 1 to 10.
The Problem with Most Electrical Contractor Software
You've probably looked at the options. Enterprise platforms often require significant per-technician fees plus implementation investments. Simpler tools have basic estimating that doesn't match how electricians actually price work. And spreadsheet-based solutions? Most contractors find them frustrating to maintain.
Enterprise Pricing for Small Shops
Enterprise platforms often charge per-technician fees that add up quickly for small shops, plus implementation investments that may not make sense for smaller operations.
Lengthy Onboarding
Enterprise software often requires demos, implementation calls, and training sessions before you're fully operational. Many small contractors prefer tools they can start using right away.
Built for Dispatch Centers
Most "electrical contractor software" is really built for HVAC service companies with call centers. Project-based electrical work is an afterthought.
Basic Estimating Tools
Many service-focused platforms take a quote-based approach that may not include assemblies, labor units, or reusable pricing logic that trade contractors often need.
Spreadsheet Chaos
So you're still using Excel for estimates, PDFs for proposals, QuickBooks for invoices, and texts for scheduling. Nothing connects.
No Job Cost Visibility
You finish a job and think "we probably made money." But you can't actually see if your estimate matched reality.
ProTrades: Built by an Electrician, for Electricians
I'm an electrical contractor running a family business in California. I built ProTrades because I was tired of software that costs too much, does too little, and feels like it was made by people who've never pulled wire. Here's what you get:
Real Estimating for Electricians
Assembly-based estimating with labor units, material costs, and markup. Build reusable assemblies for panel upgrades, service changes, rough-ins — and create estimates in 5 minutes instead of hours.
Professional Proposals in Minutes
Stop sending PDFs that look like they were made in 1995. Create branded proposals customers can review and sign on their phone. AI helps polish your scope language so you sound professional.
Invoicing from the Field
Finish a job and invoice before you leave the driveway. No going back to the office, no forgetting to bill. Your invoices look professional and customers can pay online.
See What Jobs Actually Cost
Track labor and materials against your estimate. Know if you made money before the customer's check clears. Stop guessing, start knowing.
Crew Scheduling That Works
Drag and drop crews onto jobs. Everyone knows where to be. No more group texts asking "where am I going today?" Changes sync instantly to the mobile app.
Mobile App for Your Crew
Your electricians can see job details, log time, take photos, and create invoices from their phone. It's simple enough that they'll actually use it. No training required.
Why Electricians Choose ProTrades
Here's what we hear from contractors who switch to ProTrades
Built for Small Shops
Software that doesn't assume you have a call center or dispatch team. ProTrades is designed for owner-operators and small crews.
Pricing That Makes Sense
$19-99/month total — not per-technician fees that add up fast. Professional tools at a price that works for small businesses.
Estimating That Works
Assembly-based estimating that matches how you actually price jobs. Templates for common tasks cut your estimating time dramatically.
Everything an Electrical Contractor Needs
From the first estimate to the final invoice, ProTrades keeps your electrical business organized without the complexity.
Electrical Estimating
Assembly-based estimates with labor, materials, and markup. Build once, reuse forever.
Professional Proposals
Branded proposals with e-signatures. AI helps polish your scope language.
Job Management
Track every job from lead to completion. Notes, photos, and history in one place.
Crew Scheduling
Drag-and-drop scheduling. Your crew sees their schedule on their phone.
Field Invoicing
Invoice from the job site. Customers pay online. Get paid faster.
Job Costing
See estimated vs actual labor and materials. Know if you made money.
Mobile App
iOS and Android app for your crew. Simple enough they'll actually use it.
Client Management
Customer history, past jobs, and communication all in one place.
Reusable Templates
Save time with templates for proposals, estimates, and common scopes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ProTrades specifically designed for electrical contractors?
Yes. ProTrades was built by an electrical contractor running a family business in California. The estimating system, proposal templates, and workflows are designed around how electricians actually work — from residential service calls to commercial projects.
How is ProTrades different from ServiceTitan for electricians?
ServiceTitan is designed for larger service operations with dedicated dispatch teams and often requires significant implementation investment. ProTrades is built specifically for small electrical shops (1-10 people) at $19-99/month total, with no implementation fees and same-day setup.
Can I create electrical estimates with assemblies and labor units?
Yes. Our estimating system uses industry-standard assembly-based estimating. Build reusable assemblies for common tasks (panel upgrades, outlet installations, service changes), set your labor rates, and create consistent estimates in minutes instead of hours.
Does ProTrades work for both residential and commercial electrical work?
Yes. Whether you're doing residential service calls, panel upgrades, new construction rough-ins, or commercial tenant improvements, ProTrades handles project-based and service work equally well.
How long does it take to get started?
ProTrades is designed for quick setup. There's no implementation process, no required training calls, and no complex onboarding. Sign up, add your company info, and start working.
Ready to Run Your Electrical Business Better?
Join electrical contractors who use ProTrades for professional estimates, proposals, and job management. Start your free 90-day pilot today.
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