Free Roof Measurements — an EagleView Alternative
BuildFolio measures roof area, pitch, and segments from an address using Google Solar API imagery, with no per-report fees. Check the measurements on site before your final bid. (For EagleView’s current pricing, see their site.)
Quick Answer
BuildFolio is an EagleView alternative that measures roofs by address from Google Solar API imagery, with no per-report fees. Confirm the building shown and check the measurements on site before a final bid. EagleView’s pricing and delivery times are published on EagleView’s own site.
Why contractors switch from EagleView
EagleView has been the industry standard for roof measurements for years. Contractors who go looking for an alternative usually want three things:
- Flat pricing: a subscription that doesn’t scale with how many roofs you quote (per-report pricing varies — see each vendor’s site)
- Instant delivery: measurements while you’re still on-site, not on a report turnaround timeline
- Integration: measurements that flow straight into your estimates and CRM instead of arriving as standalone files
The math on switching
If you pay per report today, compare that spend with BuildFolio’s current $39/month plan. Check the current measurement limits and included features on the pricing page before calculating savings.
Detailed feature comparison
Here’s how BuildFolio compares to EagleView across key factors:
| Feature | BuildFolio | EagleView |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement speed | Varies by property | See their site |
| Cost per measurement | $0 (included) | See their pricing page |
| Accuracy | Bid comparison, not contract-grade | See their published specs |
| Data source | Google Solar API | Aerial + Satellite |
| Roof segment breakdown | Yes | Yes |
| Pitch estimate | Yes | Yes |
| Satellite imagery | Yes | Yes |
| 3D modeling | No | Yes |
| Waste calculation | Yes (in estimates) | Yes |
| Estimate integration | Yes (Living Estimates) | Check current features |
| CRM included | Yes | Check current features |
| AI estimating | Yes | Check current features |
| Buildings covered | Varies by address | See their site |
Competitor details reflect our reading of publicly available materials at the time of writing and may be out of date. Check EagleView’s own site for current features, pricing, and delivery times.
Stop Paying Per-Report Fees
Measure roofs by address with BuildFolio: no per-report fees, and unlimited on Pro. Check the measurements on site before your final bid.
Pricing comparison
The biggest difference between BuildFolio and EagleView is pricing structure:
EagleView pricing
EagleView’s pricing varies by report type and volume, and it changes over time — see EagleView’s own site for current rates.
BuildFolio pricing
- Free: $0, no credit card; roof measurement by address within 5 AI estimates a month
- Pro: $39/month; no monthly limit on estimates or AI estimates, including roof measurement
Cost comparison
BuildFolio’s current Pro plan is $39/month. Confirm current measurement limits, multiply your monthly report count by your present per-report rate, and compare the totals.
Accuracy comparison
BuildFolio measures from the Google Solar API. We do not publish a single headline accuracy percentage, because the variance depends heavily on roof complexity — a simple pitched roof and a cut-up one are not the same measurement problem. EagleView publishes its own accuracy figures on its site. Satellite measurements work best as a starting point for:
Where a satellite measurement is a good start
- Residential roof replacements
- Initial quoting and estimates
- Lead qualification
- Customer presentations
- Standard complexity roofs
When you might need more precision
- Exact material ordering (verify on-site)
- Complex commercial roofs
- Multi-story buildings
- Properties with heavy tree cover
- Insurance documentation
Most contractors use satellite measurements for quoting and verify on-site before ordering materials. Confirm the building shown and check the measurements on site before a final bid, claim, or material order.
What you get with BuildFolio
BuildFolio isn’t just an EagleView alternative — it’s a complete contractor platform. When you switch, you get:
Roof Measurements by Address
Roof area, pitch, and segments from Google Solar API imagery. No per-report fees; unlimited on Pro.
Living Estimates
Interactive estimates with checkbox pricing, material cards, and real-time total updates. Satellite imagery embeds directly.
AI Estimating
Turn job photos into complete estimates with Good/Better/Best pricing. AI handles the heavy lifting.
CRM & Lead Management
Track leads, jobs, and customers in one place. Automated follow-ups and review requests included.
Neighborhood Stats
Show customers “X neighbors recently replaced their roof” for social proof in your estimates.
Financing Integration
Offer payment plans directly in your estimates. Pre-qualified financing increases close rates.
Frequently asked questions
Is BuildFolio as accurate as EagleView?
BuildFolio measures from the Google Solar API, which is well suited to comparing bids and spotting an outlier quote. We do not publish a single accuracy percentage, because variance depends heavily on roof complexity, and we would rather you test it against a roof you already know than trust a number from us. EagleView publishes its own accuracy figures on its site. Most contractors verify on-site before ordering materials anyway.
How much can I save switching from EagleView?
It depends on your volume, current per-report spend, and the plan’s current measurement limits. BuildFolio Pro is $39/month; confirm the current terms and compare them with your own usage.
Does BuildFolio have 3D modeling like EagleView?
No. BuildFolio provides 2D satellite imagery and measurements via Google Solar API. If you need detailed 3D modeling for complex commercial roofs, EagleView’s premium reports may still be valuable for specific projects.
Can I use both BuildFolio and EagleView?
Yes. You can use BuildFolio for everyday quoting and keep EagleView for complex projects where 3D modeling or enhanced imagery is needed.
What areas does BuildFolio cover?
Coverage varies by address. Google Solar API imagery covers many U.S. buildings, but not all; check that usable data comes back for the building you are quoting.
How do I get started with BuildFolio?
Start on the Free plan, which needs no credit card: type a job address, and BuildFolio measures the roof from aerial imagery and prices it from your own price list. Check the measurements on site before your final bid.
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Ready to stop paying per report?
Review the Pro plan for a higher estimate allowance and roof measurement by address. Check imagery coverage and confirm measurements on site before a final bid.
Start 14-Day Pro TrialThe 14-day Pro trial requires a card and renews at $39/month unless canceled before the trial ends. A Free account is also available; it does not include every Pro feature.
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