Help & Support
How it Works
TextABid is designed to be fast. You don't need an app or a dashboard.
- Step 1: Text a job description to our number.
- Step 2: Get a professional estimate back in 60 seconds.
- Step 3: Reply SHARE to get a link for your client.
SMS Commands
Text these words to our number at any time:
- HELP: See all available commands.
- SHARE: Get a professional web link for your last estimate.
- HISTORY: See your last 5 job estimates.
- SETTINGS: View your current trade, market, and plan.
- SET BUSINESS [Name]: Add your company name to client links.
- SET TRADE concrete: Keep estimates focused on concrete jobs.
- SET MARKET Boise: Use Treasure Valley concrete rates.
- ADJUST [Feedback]: Flag an estimate for a manual rate review.
- DELETE: Start the account deletion flow. We require a confirmation reply before wiping data.
Pricing
Your first 3 estimates are free — no credit card needed.
- Basic — $29/month: 20 estimates per month. Enough for most active contractors.
- Pro — $59/month: 100 estimates per month. For high-volume bidding.
To upgrade, email support@textabid.com and we'll get you set up.
Troubleshooting
Price seems off? We calibrate rates against local supplier and labor market data, but prices change. If an estimate feels wrong, reply ADJUST [details] and our team will review and update the rates for your market.
Need more help? Email support@textabid.com.
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