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Carpentry business software for trim, framing and finish carpenters

HandyBook gives carpenters line-item quoting with calculators for trim, framing, doors, windows, closets and decks, plus scheduling, invoicing and card payments, from an iPhone or a browser.

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How HandyBook fits a carpentry business

Trim and framing take-offs

Carpentry calculators (Pro) turn measurements into lumber and trim lists on the quote.

Decks and outdoor builds

Deck, fence, pergola and shed calculators cover outdoor carpentry.

44 built-in calculators for carpenters

On the Pro and Business plans, each calculator turns measurements into a materials list that is added to the quote or job. These are the calculators most relevant to this trade:

Trim & Carpentry

  • Door Installation
  • Baseboard / Trim Install
  • Crown Molding Install
  • Cabinet Install
  • Wainscoting Install
  • Door Casing Replace
  • Built-In Bookcase (basic)
  • Fireplace Mantle Install
  • Window Sill / Stool Replace (interior)
  • Stair Railing / Baluster Replace
  • Chair Rail / Picture Rail Install

Framing

  • Build a Wall (framing + drywall)
  • Pocket Door Frame (rough wall)

Windows & Doors

  • Window Replacement (single)
  • Exterior Door Replacement
  • Interior Door Install (pre-hung)
  • Window / Door Screen Replace
  • Door / Window Weatherstrip Replace
  • Storm Door Install
  • Sliding Patio Door Install (replacement)

Closets & Storage

  • Closet Build-Out (wire shelf system)
  • Custom Closet System (built-in)

Outdoor

  • Fence Installation
  • Deck Building
  • Gutter Installation
  • Pressure Washing
  • Pavers / Walkway
  • Gutter Cleaning
  • Pre-Fab Shed Assembly
  • Mailbox Post Install
  • Paver Firepit Install
  • French Drain Install
  • Asphalt Driveway Sealcoat
  • Asphalt Pothole Patch
  • Pergola Install (kit or basic)
  • Fence Repair (sections + posts)
  • Exterior Shutters Install
  • Window Box (planter) Install
  • Gutter Guard Install
  • Wood / Metal Gate Install
  • Garden Arbor / Pergola Entry Install
  • Segmental Retaining Wall (block)
  • Raised Garden Bed Build
  • Deck Build (full materials + ramp/stair calc)

Everything else included

  • Line-item quotes customers accept and sign online
  • Invoices with a pay-by-card link (Stripe)
  • Job calendar and pipeline from lead to paid
  • Customer records with full job history
  • Expense tracking and per-job profit reports
  • iPhone app plus a full web app

See every feature on the features page and plan details on pricing.

Is HandyBook the right fit?

A good fit for

  • Finish and trim carpenters
  • Deck and fence builders

Probably not the right fit for

  • Cabinet shops that need shop-floor production management

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How much does HandyBook cost?

Starter is $44.99/month, Pro is $119/month and Business is $299/month. Each plan includes one user; additional users are $29.99/month each. Every plan starts with a 14-day free trial, and annual billing saves 20%.

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