This feature allows you to add localized pricing for 25,000+ construction materials in the US that, once added to a quote estimate, can be automatically refreshed when prices change.
These items will look and feel like regular CostCertified global items but are providing actual price points for materials.
How do I add an Auto Cost item to my quote?
Head over to the Auto Cost item library, search for the materials you need and add them to the quote like you would for your own items.
You will notice the Auto Cost items have a symbol next to them so you can tell them apart from regular items in your library.
How do cost updates affect my quotes?
You will see a warning if there are any Auto Cost updates for items in your quote.
And you will be able to decide if you want to keep your pricing the same by adjusting your markup, or if you want to pass the updated costs to the client and keep your margins the same
FAQ
Can I change the details of an Auto Cost item?
Yes. Auto Cost items are just like any other CostCertified item. Like a regular item, you are able to change all the details of an item and save it to your library. And the price will be updated every time you add it to a quote.
What type of data do you provide?
We provide access to 25,000+ data points on construction materials for 3,033 counties across the United States.
How often is it updated?
Data for the various price points are collected on a daily basis and updated for our customers on a monthly basis.
Do you have local data for my region?
Yes, if you’re located in the United States. Pricing data is available on a county basis in the US.
Can I buy items available in the database from suppliers at the prices provided?
The pricing provided is benchmark pricing only.
How accurate are the costs?
The pricing data is sourced directly from suppliers and updated on a monthly basis, it’s the most accurate construction cost dataset available today.
Why can’t I add an Auto Cost item to my quote?
The pricing for Auto Cost items is applied using your quote’s zip code.
Ensure you have a valid US zip code for the quote you are working on and it has been saved.