Migrating from CoConstruct to BuildTools
CoConstruct is on a publicly stated migration path to Buildertrend, so a move is coming either way. This is how remodelers and builders migrate to BuildTools instead — a deliberate choice, cleanly executed.
A migration you choose, not one chosen for you
Decide where you are going
With a transition already on the horizon, the real decision is which operating system you want next. Migrating to BuildTools is a deliberate re-evaluation rather than following a default destination.
Carry selections and allowances across
Remodeling runs on selections, allowances, and change orders. These come over as first-class workflows connected to the budget and the client portal — not flattened into notes.
Keep occupied-home clients informed
A curated client portal and AI-drafted client updates keep homeowners in the loop during the move, so communication does not drop while you switch systems.
How your CoConstruct setup moves to BuildTools
Each part of your CoConstruct account has a home in BuildTools. Here is the mapping.
| From CoConstruct | In BuildTools |
|---|---|
| Projects and job history | Imported during onboarding so reporting stays continuous |
| Budgets and cost catalogs | Mapped into the working budget connected to projected margin |
| Selections and allowances | First-class selections connected to budget and the client portal |
| Change orders and approvals | AI-drafted change orders from project context, builder-approved |
| Client communication history | A curated client portal you re-invite homeowners into |
| Files, photos, and specs | Documents and auto-tagged photos, with AI capture going forward |
What changes once you are on BuildTools
- You are on an actively developed, AI-first platform rather than a product in transition.
- AI drafts change orders, RFIs, scopes, and client updates from your project context for your review.
- Selections, allowances, and a curated client portal built for occupied-home remodel work.
- Budgets, change orders, invoices, and draws connected to projected margin.
- AI project intelligence flags budget variance, missing approvals, and stale items.
- A guided onboarding handles the import so your team is not re-keying data.
Frequently asked questions
How do I migrate from CoConstruct to BuildTools?
Export your projects, budgets, selections, and vendor lists, map them into BuildTools during a guided onboarding, then cut over active jobs in a planned window. A 15-minute consult builds the plan around your situation.
Why migrate to BuildTools instead of following CoConstruct to Buildertrend?
With CoConstruct on a published path to Buildertrend, you are moving either way. That makes it the natural moment to choose the platform you want next rather than accept a default destination.
Will my selections and allowances come over?
Yes. Selections and allowances are first-class workflows in BuildTools, connected to the budget and the client portal, and they carry over during onboarding.
Can I migrate mid-remodel?
Yes, with a phased cutover so superintendents and clients are never split across two systems during an occupied-home project.
What does it cost to switch?
BuildTools uses transparent monthly tiers. Book a consult and we will scope the right tier and the migration plan together.