Changelog

No more guesswork - our new Display Level camera mode turns your phone into a virtual leveling tool!

Whether you’re checking window sills, framing walls, or setting cabinets, you’ll get a perfect horizontal reference just by taking a photo via BuilderPad.

How to Use the Display Level Feature:

Step 1: Enable the option in your Preferences
In your BuilderPad mobile App, tap on your Profile icon, open the Preferences tab, and switch on the Display Level option.

Step 2: Choose a Project and Take a Photo

While using the mobile app, select the Project you are working on, tap on the + icon, and choose the option to Take Photos.

The Leveling Tool will now be displayed by default, if you enabled the option in your Preferences. You can also manage the option by tapping on the Gear Icon ⚙ to quickly Enable or Disable the option, whenever needed.

How does this Level Up your day-to-day? 😎

• Built‑In Leveling Precision in Your Pocket
  Use your device’s sensors to instantly verify that surfaces and objects are perfectly level.

• Faster and Easier Inspections
  Eliminate the need for carrying a bubble level - get all the data you need right in your camera view.

• Enhanced Quality Control
  Catch misalignments on the spot, reduce rework, and keep projects on track.

Never find yourself without a leveling tool in your pocket again, turn on Display Level today and see the difference precise photos with leveling included make in your day to day work!

Capture location‑stamped photos with industry‑leading accuracy thanks to our new Enhanced GPS feature!

Leveraging dual‑frequency GPS and more frequent position checks, your project photos will now show where they were taken, including the exact location with pinpoint accuracy. This enables you to document your progress better, verify all of your material deliveries, and streamline project inspections like never before.

How to Use the Enhanced GPS Feature:

Step 1. Enable the Enhanced GPS option in your Preferences 📍

In your BuilderPad mobile App, tap on your Profile icon,
open the Preferences tab, and switch on the Enhanced GPS feature.

Step 2. Use the Camera Mode

In the BuilderPad mobile app, while in a selected Project, tap the + icon, and tap on Take Photos to open your camera mode. From there, you can enable your Location Stamp in the settings widget when needed.

3. Snap & Stamp

As you take your picture, BuilderPad will automatically fetch your precise location and embed it in the photo's on‑screen stamp.

4. Review Location Details

After posting the photo, just open and tap on the photo in your Activity Feed to view the exact latitude/longitude where it was taken.

What’s cool about this feature? 😎

• Unmatched Accuracy
  Dual‑frequency GPS reduces common positioning errors, so your photo stamps will now land within inches of the true location you are taking the photo at.
  

• Real‑Time Tracking
  The location of your device is refreshed more often while you’re in camera mode, ensuring every photo taken reflects your exact current position.
  

• Seamless Client Updates
  Show homeowners exactly where work is happening on the project plan, boosting trust and satisfaction.
  

• More Battery Management Options
  Enhanced GPS uses slightly more power while using the camera, but it provides much more accuracy. If needed, you can disable this feature in your Preferences tab to make the app less battery-consuming while using the Camera feature within BuilderPad.

Open your BuilderPad app, enable Enhanced GPS, and start snapping photos with precision today!

Now you can visually highlight your craftsmanship by capturing Before & After photos directly from the BuilderPad mobile app! Whether it’s a stunning kitchen transformation, a remodeled living space, or a completed home build, Before & After images are one of the most powerful marketing tools for home builders and remodelers.

Why Use Before & After Photos?

• Boost Your Marketing – Show potential clients the real impact of your work, proving your expertise with powerful visuals.

• Win More Projects – Before & After comparisons build trust and confidence, making it easier to close deals.

• Engage Your Clients – Keep homeowners excited about progress with side-by-side transformations.

• Create a Portfolio – Document and share your best work effortlessly.

How to Create a Before & After Photo:

1. Update Your Mobile App – Ensure you’re using the latest version of the BuilderPad app.

2. Go to the Activity Feed – Navigate to the Media section and click Share.

3. Select “Create Before & After Photo” – Follow the instructions to upload your Before and After images.

4. Adjust & Customize – Align your photos perfectly to showcase the transformation.

5. Share Your Work – Post it on the Activity Feed to impress clients, trades, and prospects!

This feature makes it easier than ever to capture the story of your projects and use real visuals to attract more clients.

Try it out today and turn your work into your best marketing asset!

Elevate your project scheduling accuracy with our new “Lag Type” feature, now available under Default Settings. This feature allows you to tailor how dependencies and successors adjust when you modify tasks in your schedule. By default, the “Maintain” lag type is selected for all projects, preserving the existing time gaps between tasks when moved.

However, users can customize the Lag Type on a per-project basis—choosing between “Maintain” for fixed interval preservation and “Minimum” for dynamic adjustment based on task changes. This flexibility ensures your project adapts to the workflow that best suits your operational needs.

Here’s a breakdown of how each Lag Type functions:

• Maintain: Ideal for grouped task adjustments, this setting keeps existing intervals between dependent tasks constant, simplifying the management of linked tasks.

• Minimum: Useful for tightly scheduled projects, this setting adjusts subsequent tasks to adhere to the shortest possible lag, ensuring that no time is lost between task completions.

This feature not only enhances your control over project timelines but also introduces potential for future enhancements, like specialized behaviors for specific task groups. Check out the detailed visuals and explanations on our Figma pages or watch the video walkthrough for a comprehensive understanding of how to leverage this powerful tool in your projects.

Tired of managing stacks of invoices, receipts, and project paperwork?

BuilderPad now lets you scan documents directly into your File Cabinet using the mobile app - eliminating the need for physical storage and keeping everything organized in one place.

Why This Matters:

✅ Go Paperless & Stay Organized: Say goodbye to messy filing cabinets and scattered paperwork—keep everything securely stored in the cloud.

✅ Quick & Easy Scanning: Use your mobile device to scan invoices, receipts, contracts, and other critical documents directly into the File Cabinet.

✅ Instant Accessibility: Access important project documents from anywhere, whether you’re in the office or on the job site.

✅ Better Collaboration: Easily share scanned files with your team, clients, or subcontractors - ensuring everyone has the most up-to-date information.

✅ Avoid Lost Documents: No more misplaced receipts or faded invoices—digitize and store them for accurate record-keeping and financial tracking.

How It Works:

📱 Open the BuilderPad mobile app

📂 Navigate to your Project >> File Cabinet >> Specific Folder

📸 Tap Scan Document, capture your file, and save it directly to that folder in your file cabinet.

💡 Pro Tip: Use this feature to keep a digital record of all project-related expenses, contracts, and permits—making tax time, audits, and financial reviews a breeze!

Try it out today and modernize your construction document management! 🚀

We’re making selection management even more flexible with our latest update - you can now export your selection items to CSV! 🎉

Why This Matters:

✅ Seamless Data Handling: Easily export your selection data to a structured CSV format for better organization and reporting.

✅ Better Budgeting & Tracking: Quickly analyze selection costs, allowances, and approvals in your preferred spreadsheet software.

✅ Enhanced Client & Team Communication: Share selection details with stakeholders without requiring them to log into BuilderPad.

✅ Backup & Record-Keeping: Maintain offline records of all approved selections, keeping a historical log of your project decisions.

How It Works:

Simply navigate to your Selections screen and click Export to CSV. Your file will be instantly downloaded, giving you complete flexibility to view, sort, and analyze your selection items however you choose.

💡 Pro Tip: Use this feature to create detailed reports for your accounting team, track selections over time, or share finalized choices with clients for approval.

Try it out now and take control of your selection data like never before!

We’re excited to introduce the Approval Status Progress Bar, a powerful new feature designed to enhance transparency and efficiency in the selection approval process. This innovative tool provides you and your clients with a visual representation of the approval status for each Cost Code Category, ensuring everyone is aligned and informed.

Key Benefits:

1. Visual Clarity: Immediately see the percentage of overall completion for selection items, along with a detailed breakdown of their status—whether they’re Approved, Needed, Overdue, or Undecided.

2. Enhanced Project Management: The progress bar helps streamline the decision-making process, ensuring selection items are approved in a timely manner, which is crucial for maintaining project timelines.

3. Budget Tracking: By visualizing the status of selections, clients can better manage their budget expectations and make informed decisions, avoiding potential overruns and ensuring financial clarity.

4. Increased Client Engagement: This feature actively involves clients in the project’s progress, fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing client satisfaction through regular updates and clear communication.

Upgrade Your Management Experience: The Approval Status Progress Bar is just one of the many ways we’re working to make project management smoother and more intuitive. Update your app today and experience a streamlined approach to managing selections and approvals!

This feature will allow the ability to create selection templates that can be applied to a project. Instead of manually setting up your selection categories and selection items, you can select a pre-built template and apply it to your project.

Also included in this feature will be the ability to add selection items to your "Library" which will be a master list of all of your selection items that you can quickly and easily add to any project.