About Bolt
Bolt is a construction management solution designed for subcontractors in the volume home and multifamily building industries. The mobile-optimized platform helps electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and concrete subcontractors manage all aspects of the contracting business including planning jobs, communicating within the company, and executing work effectively.
Bolt’s scheduling feature allows users to create and share crew schedules online via a drag and drop interface. Crew members can access their schedule and daily tasks at any time, as well as any necessary job-related documents or plan markups. The builder system integration enables users to download work orders straight from the builder, and Bolt’s reporting tools help simplify workload management.
The solution also includes features such as at-a-glance visuals that show the status of each work order, helping users prioritize tasks. Bolt’s auto-confirm functionality helps eliminate dry runs to the job, while labor and material tracking ensures that subcontractors have the correct materials for the job that day. Document management features keep all job-related files in one centralized location, eliminating disorganized paperwork and potential miscommunications with customers.
Bolt’s native iOS app supports all of the platform’s prime features. Whether users are at the office or out on the field, they can make on-the-job changes directly from their iPad or iPhone. The QuickBooks integration feature enables subcontractors to invoice customers directly from Bolt.
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- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Great Software program for expanding businesses
Reviewed on 2019-08-20
We are able to get more money from the contractors for things that we didn't have proof were done...
We are able to get more money from the contractors for things that we didn't have proof were done and were in situations for he said she said so now have proof in pictures and are able to collect more.
Pros
There are a lot of benefits to using this as long everyone is on board with using and learning the steps. The real time tickets are great, the pictures are a big help for us and the owner and sales guys can access the work that has been done as well. Reports are an easy run to get different stats as well.
Cons
Not much to complain about, and if we had had issues they have been on top of solutions and fixes
Response from ECI Software Solutions
Thanks for the review, Kailee!
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Best scheduling software for the price!
Reviewed on 2019-01-09
Overall I think the Bolt Subcontractor software can be a very useful tool for subcontractors of any...
Overall I think the Bolt Subcontractor software can be a very useful tool for subcontractors of any size, however a more conscious effort to make the mobile app for efficient would really take this program to the next level.
Pros
Bolt Subcontractor Software is an excellant scheduling software. Subcontractors big or small will find that this program allows for clean and accurate scheduling of crews, including the ability to add and track task to be completed. An added bonus is the ability to track contract document so that crews are able to view them whether they are on a job or working directly from an office.
Cons
The mobile application could use a lot of work. Not every subcontractor or crew will have access to tablets. The mobile application is very glitchy and virtually useless unless you have a strong wifi connection.
Response from ECI Software Solutions
Thank you for your feedback! Hopefully, the new app release that we did in early 2019 solved your problems. If not, please reach out to [email protected] and we will make sure you get help.
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10
Terrible Software
Reviewed on 2022-10-10
I had a horrible experience with Bolt. I was lied to multiple times throughout the process.
I had a horrible experience with Bolt. I was lied to multiple times throughout the process.
Pros
Unfortunately, I didn't like anything about the software.
Cons
I was lied to during the sales process. I was told the app was free and it is not free. Later I was told it is free to download but you need to be a paid user to open the app. I was also told it would help with Job Costing but it doesn't. It's basically expensive scheduling software. I was told it would integrate with Hyphen solutions, it did not do that either. The app is a mess and difficult to use.
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I thought Bolt was going to be better then QuickBooks Time but I was sold a lot of lies.- Industry: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
- Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
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Reviewed on 2019-08-12
I am ALWAYS the first man in my company to set eyes on a new job. I also make a habit of being...
I am ALWAYS the first man in my company to set eyes on a new job. I also make a habit of being right on time, if not early with my particular kind of installation. Before Bolt, I would often show up to a job that is ready for me and yet I cannot do what I need because of a lack of provided information on site. I very rarely have this problem now.
Pros
I did/do absolutely love having any and all information pertinent to my job right at my fingertips in a matter of seconds, provided that information is valid and has been successfully uploaded onto Bolt before I need it.
Cons
I did/do dislike having to order my work materials through the Bolt App. I have often come across situations where I want to order new or different materials for a job that I have previously ordered materials on. In this case, I do not know how or if it is even possible to clear the previous ordered materials before submitting a new one.
Response from ECI Software Solutions
Thanks, Michael! There is a good chance that your feedback regarding submitting material requests requires a simple setting change. We will reach out to your internal administrator to advise.
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
Feedback
Reviewed on 2019-08-22
Overall it has been a good experience. The software has evolved with updates and improvements to...
Overall it has been a good experience. The software has evolved with updates and improvements to meet our current needs.
Pros
The ability to have access to information in one location, history of projects and reports.
Cons
Occasional lag times to view documents. Some reports are not able to be stacked on the work order types only status, making multiple steps to pull reports to reflect productivity. Inability for material orders to be placed by more than one crew member assigned a specific work order.
Response from ECI Software Solutions
Thanks for the feedback Jason! We will take your input regarding reporting to our R&D Team!
Bolt FAQs
Below are some frequently asked questions for Bolt.Q. What type of pricing plans does Bolt offer?
Bolt offers the following pricing plans:
- Pricing model: Subscription
- Free Trial: Not Available
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Q. Who are the typical users of Bolt?
Bolt has the following typical customers:
2–10, 11–50, 51–200
Q. What languages does Bolt support?
Bolt supports the following languages:
English, Spanish
Q. Does Bolt support mobile devices?
Bolt supports the following devices:
Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
Q. What other apps does Bolt integrate with?
Bolt integrates with the following applications:
ECI MarkSystems, NetSuite, QuickBooks Online Advanced, Spectrum
Q. What level of support does Bolt offer?
Bolt offers the following support options:
Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base Software, Phone Support, Chat
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