Conest Software Systems

Conest Software Systems Electrical Estimating, Takeoff, and Reporting Software With three editions—Standard, Plus, and Pro—you can choose the level that fits your business needs.

🔵 IntelliBid Estimating Software: Streamline Your Electrical Bidding Process
IntelliBid is the ultimate estimating software designed to help electrical, low voltage, datacom, and solar contractors create accurate, consistent, and winning bids. Each edition includes an industry-smart database featuring:

♦️135,000+ electrical material items
♦️50,000+ prebuilt assemblies
♦️500,000+ customizable asse

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Key features of IntelliBid include:

♦️Real-Time Material Price Updates: Keep your estimates accurate with regularly updated pricing.
♦️Auto Labor Factoring: Adjust labor rates automatically for varying project conditions, ensuring precision.
♦️Phase Breakdown: Organize estimates into phases for better project management and planning.

🔵 SureCount Digital Takeoff Software: Fast, Accurate, and Efficient
SureCount's patented technology revolutionizes the takeoff process, allowing estimators to view electronic plans and perform takeoffs directly onscreen. This eliminates the need for manual counting and measuring, saving time and reducing errors. Key highlights include:

♦️Lightning-Fast Takeoffs: Count up to 80 symbols per second.
♦️Versatility Across Trades: Ideal for electrical, architectural, fire, sprinkler, and other industries.
♦️Stand-Alone Functionality: Operates independently without requiring CAD software.
♦️User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive design minimizes training time. SureCount is perfect for use with circuit designs, schematics, conveyor systems, and material handling. Its powerful onscreen takeoff features make it a game-changer for contractors.

🔵 Conest Connect: Data-Driven Insights for Better Decision-Making
Conest Connect enhances IntelliBid by transforming your estimating data into actionable insights. With this analytics and reporting add-on, you can:

♦️Create custom reports and dashboards tailored to your business needs.
♦️Analyze estimating performance to identify trends and opportunities.
♦️Make data-driven decisions that optimize profitability and efficiency.

Happy Memorial Day Weekend from Conest Software Systems! It's the perfect time to remember and appreciate the incredible...
05/20/2026

Happy Memorial Day Weekend from Conest Software Systems! It's the perfect time to remember and appreciate the incredible sacrifices made by our military members.

Conest offices and technical support will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 to celebrate Memorial Day. We re-open on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Have a great weekend and we look forward to connecting next Tuesday!

The commercial and industrial solar market has expanded at a rapid pace, and this has opened tremendous opportunities fo...
04/21/2026

The commercial and industrial solar market has expanded at a rapid pace, and this has opened tremendous opportunities for electrical contractors. However, many companies that have ventured into the photovoltaic (PV) industry have soon realized that solar estimating is a process that requires a different approach altogether. Learn more in this article:

Solar estimating requires special considerations compared to normal electrical, low voltage, or datacom. This article breaks it down.

Happy Presidents' Day from everyone at Conest!Conest offices will be closed on Monday, February 16th, to celebrate. Tech...
02/13/2026

Happy Presidents' Day from everyone at Conest!

Conest offices will be closed on Monday, February 16th, to celebrate. Technical support will remain open and available.

Our offices fully re-open on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

Thanks for understanding and for being a part of the Conest Software family!

As electrical contractors expand their services to include structured cabling and low-voltage systems, many discover an ...
02/05/2026

As electrical contractors expand their services to include structured cabling and low-voltage systems, many discover an unexpected challenge: datacom (i.e. data communications) estimating does not behave like traditional electrical estimating.

Understanding why datacom estimating is different, and using tools designed to support that difference, is essential for contractors who want to bid confidently and profitably. Read more below 👇
https://conest.com/why-datacom-estimating-requires-a-different-approach/

Datacom estimating is different from electrical, and this article explains why; covering scope, labor, manufacturers, and more.

Conest Software Systems is actively investing in modern artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to shape the future of...
01/22/2026

Conest Software Systems is actively investing in modern artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to shape the future of its software ecosystem and deliver even greater value to electrical contractors. We are taking a thoughtful, contractor-first approach—focusing on practical, secure, and meaningful applications of AI that enhance productivity, accuracy, and decision-making across the entire electrical construction lifecycle. Read more:
https://conest.com/conest-advances-ai-driven-innovation/

Conest is actively investing in modern artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to shape the future of its software ecosystem.

In electrical estimating, low voltage systems — such as voice, data, and communication cabling — require the same attent...
01/20/2026

In electrical estimating, low voltage systems — such as voice, data, and communication cabling — require the same attention to accuracy and organization as power distribution. IntelliBid makes it easy to create a detailed and precise low voltage takeoff using its specialized assemblies and catalog libraries. Read more in this article:
https://conest.com/how-to-do-a-low-voltage-takeoff-in-intellibid/

Learn how to do a low voltage takeoff in IntelliBid, the most comprehensive electrical estimating software for low voltage contractors.

Happy New Year from everyone at Conest!Conest offices will be closing early on Wednesday, December 31 at 3pm EST. We wil...
12/31/2025

Happy New Year from everyone at Conest!

Conest offices will be closing early on Wednesday, December 31 at 3pm EST. We will also be fully closed on Thursday, January 01, 2026: New Year's Day.

Our offices fully re-open on Friday, January 02, 2026.

Thanks for for being a part of the Conest Software family! We look forward to serving you and your business in the new year.

Merry Christmas and happy holidays from everyone at Conest!Just so you know, Conest offices will be closing early on Wed...
12/22/2025

Merry Christmas and happy holidays from everyone at Conest!

Just so you know, Conest offices will be closing early on Wednesday, December 24 at 12pm EST. We will also be closed all day on Thursday, December 25: Christmas Day.

Our offices re-open on Friday, December 26, 2025.

Thanks for understanding and for being a part of the Conest Software family! We hope you and yours enjoy the holidays!

Happy Thanksgiving from Conest Software! As a heads up, our offices will be closing early on Wednesday, November 26 at 3...
11/25/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Conest Software! As a heads up, our offices will be closing early on Wednesday, November 26 at 3pm EST. We will then be closed November 27-28 to celebrate the holiday. We hope you and yours have a great time with your family and friends during that time! We'll be available again on Monday, December 1.

Have you heard the exciting news?Conest Software Systems has acquired Cert-In Software Systems, Inc.. Cert-In is a famil...
10/13/2025

Have you heard the exciting news?

Conest Software Systems has acquired Cert-In Software Systems, Inc.. Cert-In is a family-owned developer of estimating and billing solutions for electrical and mechanical contractors. The transaction closed on September 29, 2025, with approval from former Cert-In Owner, Eric Davenport, and Chief Operating Officer, Dannie Davenport-Lenzen.

Conest President Allan Goodwin will oversee day-to-day operations for Cert-In.Eric and Dannie will assist with the transition. The acquisition allows Cert-In customers to benefit from Conest's extensive industry relationships, advanced technology platform, and comprehensive customer support infrastructure.

"We have tremendous respect for what Eric and Dannie have built over the past 25 years," said Goodwin. "They've created solutions that truly serve electrical and mechanical contractors, and we're honored to carry forward their legacy. I’m committed to maintaining the high standards of service and innovation that Cert-In customers have come to expect."

Read more on our website.

Conest Software has acquired Cert-In Software Systems. Cert-In is a developer of estimating and billing solutions for electrical contractors.

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Londonderry, NH
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Wednesday 7:30am - 6pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6pm
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