Top 7 Construction And Design Convenient Apps

Technology is quickly changing the landscape of who jobs are done. In construction and for contractors, technology has proven to be an asset; however, that doesn’t mean that everything can be done or relied upon the advancement of traditional practices. Sometimes drawing out plans and using pen and paper is better than relying on computers - nonetheless, technology and applications meant to be of assistance can make the process more efficient and reliable.

Best Access Doors shares the top 7 apps that can be helpful for those in construction and design.

1. Sun Seeker – One of the main reasons contractors and construction workers alike start their days early is to avoid the midday heat. This is the time of the day where the sun is at its strongest and for anyone who works outside it can be the longest and hardest time of the day, which is where Sun Seeker comes into play. This application takes the real time location of your spot and determines where the sun will be at its peak and the duration of this, which makes planning when working outdoors from installing windows to roofing and shingling a breeze.

2. iHandy Carpenter – Imagine if you could have a plumb bob leveler, surface level, bubble leveler, ruler and protractor in one? Introducing the iHandy, an application that takes the five common and useful tools any contractor or handyman should have in their toolbox and puts it in one. Taking only your smart phone, it makes it light weight and constantly by your side. With the click of a button and a tap of a screen, you can find whether that window or panel you are installing is leveled.

3. Joist – Contractors who manage their own small firm or are starting off means they are also responsible for quoting and sending invoices. Joist is an application that allows for a contractor to calculate estimates for potential jobs and projects then create an invoice and send it to the client. While pen and paper may be practical

4. Home Design 3D – While drawing out floor plans can be easily done on pen and paper; however, what if you need to see more? What if you require a more detailed visual representation of your space? With Home Design 3D, this a popular tool for an architecture to help when remodeling. From determining the installation of a window, wall or an access panel, this is an easy tool and application to use.

5. Buildertrend – Maximize time and work smarter not harder with Buildertrend. This is a cloud-based application that allows a contractor or designers to manage their own business through sales, project management and customer management.

6. Fraction Calculator Plus – With contractors and designers dealing with numbers that aren’t always whole, the Fraction Calculator Plus is an application that allows for easy and simple calculations for numbers with fractions. There are three settings to pick from – whole, decimal or fraction, adding or subtracting numbers has never been easy with the Fraction Calculator Plus.

7. Hover – Imagine if you could take pictures of the project you will be working on and digitally manipulate it with the 3D interactive program Hover. Designers, contractors and builders alike can use their smartphone camera and upload it to the application and work within the parameters of the photo taken. This allows for a potential view of what the finished product can look like.

Whether you're a tech-savvy individual or a newbie when it comes to applications, there are 7 digital tools that can be incredibly beneficial and handy for any handyman. These tools are designed to be compact and versatile, making them great assets for projects of any size. Take, for example, the iHandy Carpenter, a remarkable 5-in-1 application that offers a range of useful features.

If you're looking for more handyman tips and insights, be sure to visit our blog. We regularly share valuable information and resources to help you tackle your projects with confidence and efficiency.