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How to Create a New Estimate in Bolster

Creating a new estimate in Bolster is a straightforward process that can be completed in a few simple steps. Follow the instructions below to efficiently generate an estimate for your client.

How-to:

1. Create a new Estimate:

  • There are three places in the app where you can start creating a new estimate
  • First, from the side menu, Click on the + icon beside the Search bar.
  • Second, use the big + Create new button in the top right corner of the screen.
  • Third, from your side menu, click on Pipeline and then go to the Estimates column, and then click on the title or the three dots icon.
  • Click Create New to start a new estimate.

2. Name Your Estimate:

  • Give your estimate a name so you can find it later.

3. Select or Create a Client:

  • If the client is already in your system, click on Choose to select them from the list.

  • If the client is not in your database, click Create New to add them.


4. Build Your Estimate:

  • Click Create after selecting or creating a client.


You will be taken to the estimate builder where you have three options:

  • Quick Start Tutorial: Follow this for a step by step guide.

  • Start from Scratch: Build your estimate from the ground up.

  • Pre-Built Assemblies: Choose from a range of pre-built assemblies in our global library to speed things up.