Introducing The Trades

AI Platform
for the Trades

The first AI built around how field workers actually operate. Faster estimates. Smarter job docs. Better crews.

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The Problem

The trades
run the
world.
The software
doesn't.

Field workers operate in some of the most complex, high-stakes environments on the planet. But the tools built for them were designed for offices, not job sites.

3.5M
skilled trade jobs will go unfilled by 2028
38%
of project time lost to rework and miscommunication
$4T
in US construction spending annually
6hrs
average per week lost to manual job documentation
01
Estimates take forever
Manual material takeoffs, labor calculations, and margin guesswork eat hours on every bid. AI cuts that to minutes — with higher accuracy.
02
Field docs fall apart
Job notes get lost in text threads. Photos sit unsorted. Service histories live in someone's head. Every callback starts from zero.
03
New hires take too long
Onboarding a new tech costs 6–12 months of mentorship time. AI that knows your trade, your codes, and your way of doing things shortens that to weeks.
04
Parts lookup kills momentum
Hunting down model numbers, cross-referencing specs, calling suppliers — all dead time on the job site. Get answers in seconds, not hours.
The Platform

Built for
the field.
Powered by AI.

The Trades is a purpose-built AI operating system for trade contractors. Not a generic chatbot. Not another dashboard. A system that understands how your trade works — and makes every person on your team more capable.

AI Estimating Engine
Generate accurate material and labor estimates in minutes. Trained on real trade data — not generic construction averages. Includes markup logic, local labor rates, and supplier pricing integrations.
Takeoffs Bid Generation Margin Analysis Supplier Pricing
Field Documentation AI
Speak it, snap it, submit it. Voice-to-report transcription converts field notes into structured job records, service reports, and client summaries — formatted to your standards automatically.
Voice-to-Text Photo Logging Service Reports Client Summaries
Technical Knowledge Base
On-demand answers to code questions, equipment specs, installation procedures, and troubleshooting guides. Trade-specific intelligence that gets smarter the more you use it.
Code Lookup Equipment Specs Diagnostics Parts Cross-Ref
Workforce Intelligence
Accelerate onboarding with AI mentorship tools trained on your trade. Track skill gaps, surface training paths, and keep institutional knowledge from walking out the door when senior techs retire.
Onboarding Skill Mapping AI Mentorship Knowledge Capture
Built for Your Trade

One platform.
Every trade.

HVAC
Load calcs, equipment specs, refrigerant tracking
Electrical
Load schedules, NEC code lookup, panel design
Plumbing
Pipe sizing, fixture specs, backflow compliance
Roofing
Slope calcs, material takeoffs, inspection docs
General
Subcontractor coordination, scheduling, RFIs

HVAC Intelligence

From residential load calculations to commercial chiller diagnostics, The Trades understands your equipment, your codes, and your workflow. Built with input from working HVAC technicians and project managers.

  • Manual J/S/T load calculation assistance with AI verification
  • Equipment selection and cross-reference for hundreds of manufacturers
  • Refrigerant charge calculations, leak documentation, and EPA compliance
  • Predictive maintenance scheduling based on equipment age and history
  • Field-ready troubleshooting trees for common failure modes
  • Automated commissioning reports from voice input

Electrical Intelligence

NEC 2023 code lookups, load schedule generation, and arc flash documentation — all accessible from the field. Built for journeymen and master electricians who need answers without downtime.

  • Real-time NEC code search with plain-language explanations
  • Panel schedule generation and load balancing calculations
  • Wire sizing, conduit fill, and voltage drop calculators
  • Arc flash and NFPA 70E documentation assistance
  • Automatic as-built drawing markup from field photos
  • Permit application documentation assistance by jurisdiction

Plumbing Intelligence

From drain-waste-vent sizing to backflow preventer certification, The Trades handles the technical complexity so your crew can focus on the work. Integrated with major fixture and piping manufacturers.

  • DWV pipe sizing and fixture unit calculations per IPC/UPC
  • Water supply sizing and pressure drop analysis
  • Backflow preventer selection, testing logs, and certification tracking
  • Camera inspection report generation from site video
  • Fixture rough-in specs for hundreds of product lines
  • Leak detection documentation and insurance reporting assistance

Roofing Intelligence

Satellite-based material takeoffs, storm damage documentation, and manufacturer warranty compliance — from the first estimate to the final inspection. Built for residential and commercial roofing.

  • AI-powered material takeoffs from satellite and drone imagery
  • Storm damage assessment documentation for insurance claims
  • Manufacturer installation compliance checklists by product line
  • Slope, valley, and flashing calculations with visual output
  • Permit and inspection documentation by local jurisdiction
  • Automated customer-facing proposal generation from field assessment

General Contracting Intelligence

Coordinate the whole job from preconstruction to closeout. AI tools for subcontractor communication, schedule optimization, and project documentation — without the software complexity.

  • Subcontractor scope-of-work generation and bid leveling
  • RFI drafting and submittal tracking with AI-assisted responses
  • Daily job log generation from field photos and voice notes
  • Change order documentation and cost impact analysis
  • Project schedule conflict detection and resequencing suggestions
  • Punchlist creation from final walkthrough notes and photos
73%
reduction in estimate preparation time for early adopters
4x
faster new technician onboarding with AI mentorship tools
91%
of techs report fewer callbacks after using AI documentation
8hrs
average time saved per tech per week on documentation and lookup
How It Works

Up and
running
in days.

No 18-month implementation. No dedicated IT team. The Trades deploys to your company in days and gets smarter the more your team uses it.

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01
Trade Setup & Calibration
We configure The Trades around your specific trade, your geographic market, your supplier relationships, and your company's preferred way of doing things. No generic defaults.
02
Knowledge Import
Upload your estimate templates, job histories, equipment lists, and internal SOPs. The Trades learns how your company operates — not just how the industry works in general.
03
Field Deployment
Your team accesses The Trades from their phones, tablets, or desktop — no new hardware required. Works online and offline. Voice-first interface for use with gloves on.
04
Continuous Improvement
Every job makes the system smarter. The Trades tracks outcomes, refines its models, and surfaces insights about your operations — turning your data into competitive advantage.

Built for
the field.
Ready for
scale.