To download an invoice or receipt, go to the task's 'Payments' tab or the 'Financials' page, then click the download icon next to the payment stage.

Discover how to select an interior designer, make design choices, request quotes, and purchase products for your home during the pre-construction phase in Build Buddy.

To make a payment in Build Buddy, navigate to the payment section within a task. Select the invoice you wish to pay, choose your payment method, and follow the prompts to complete the transaction securely.

You'll receive a notification on your dashboard to set up your Digital Wallet. Just follow the provided instructions, and you'll be ready to manage your transactions effortlessly!

Variations allow Build Buddy Pros to account for any additional work outside the original scope. This ensures any necessary changes or extra tasks are easily managed and tracked as your project evolves.

Learn how to add your skills and insurance to your Build Buddy profile if you’re a contractor or tradesperson working on your own build.

Learn how the Workflow Configuration Workflow helps tailor your Build Buddy experience to your specific project needs, ensuring everything runs smoothly from start to finish.

Build Buddy prioritises your data privacy using Auth0 for secure account access. Registering with a valid email and phone number helps us verify your identity and keep you informed. Enjoy a seamless, secure experience!

"For construction advice, locate the Feedback Form in the navigation bar. Fill in your name, email, and details about your inquiry, then click 'Submit.' A member of the support team will reach out to assist you shortly.

For technical support, find the Support Form in the bottom left corner of the navigation bar. Fill in your name, email, and details about your issue, then click 'Submit.' A member of the support team will contact you shortly to assist.

To give feedback on the app, locate the Feedback Form in the menu, fill in your details, describe your issue, and click 'Submit.' An Expert Support team member will reach out to assist you shortly.

To view different layers on your land in Build Buddy, go to the 'Designer' page and enter your site address using the magnifying glass icon. Click the layers icon to access a list of available layers. You can toggle them on or off to see important details like zoning, contours, maximum building heights, and flood or bushfire risk areas.

When you enter your site address into the search bar, a summary card will appear, showing key property details like the estimated value, lot size, street frontage, planning rules, risks, overlays, and elevation. You can also download this information as a report for easy reference.

To search your address in designer mode, log into your Build Buddy account, navigate to the Designer page, and click the magnifying glass icon. Enter your address to view site information from the pre-populated list.

To access the 3D selections view, you'll need 3D architectural drawings.

To arrange product delivery, follow the Build Buddy workflow. After payment, related delivery tasks will appear, such as confirming supply and delivery dates. Additional tasks will prompt for multiple deliveries, keeping you organised!

The 'My Teams' section allows you to manage project members, view their roles, and adjust permissions. You can also see the Build Buddy pros you've engaged with thus far, ensuring effective collaboration and organisation.

Set project member permissions when inviting a new member by choosing their role as either a manager, contributor, or viewer to define their level of access and involvement.

To remove project members, go to 'My Teams,' click the three dots next to the member's name, and select 'Remove User' to update your project team.

Manage member permissions by designating roles such as Manager, Contributor, or Viewer during the invitation process.

To add project members, go to 'My Teams' and click the three dots and 'Invite Members' to invite collaborators to your project.

Explore how Build Buddy’s financial tools help you take control of your building budget. In this post, we dive into the features that make tracking costs and staying on budget easier than ever.

To track additional items that don't match any task, click 'Add Additional Expense' and enter the relevant details to ensure all your expenses are accounted for.

To add a new cost centre, simply click 'Add Additional Expense' and enter the expense details to keep your budget organised and up to date.

Editing a locked budget is not recommended, but if necessary, go to the cost code, click the edit button on the line item, and adjust the quantity and rate as needed.

The Budget tab provides a clear overview of your project's financial plan, comparing your current expenses against your final estimate to help you stay on track and make informed financial decisions.

Your Spend vs Budget Tracker is designed to help you manage and monitor your project's budget effectively, allowing you to track expenses, stay within budget limits, and make informed financial decisions.

Your Financial Summary page provides a comprehensive overview of your project's financials, helping you track expenses, payments, and budget allocations for better financial management.

If you're unable to access the Spend vs Budget Tracker, it's likely because your professional estimator hasn't uploaded your estimates to the Build Buddy platform yet.

To lock in an estimate, ensure your professional estimator uploads the final estimate to the Build Buddy platform. Then, navigate to the Financials section and click 'Lock Budget' to lock in your budget.

To get a Bill of Allowances, engage with a professional estimator through Build Buddy. They will assess your project plans and provide a detailed cost Bill of Allowances to help you plan your budget effectively.

Stay informed about payment due dates with Build Buddy! You’ll receive email and SMS notifications for upcoming payments, and you can also check the "Payment Requests" tab on your dashboard to view all tasks that require payment.

To search for a document in Build Buddy, simply use the search bar located in the shared document library. Enter relevant keywords to quickly find the document you need.

To replace a document in Build Buddy, you'll need to delete the existing document and then re-upload the new one. This ensures your files stay up-to-date and organised.

At this time, merging documents is not a feature in Build Buddy, and documents must be managed individually.

Tagging a document in Build Buddy helps you organise and categorise your files for easy retrieval. Simply open the document, click on the tag option, and add the relevant tag to enhance searchability.

Downloading a document in Build Buddy is easy! Just locate the document you want in the Shared Document Library, click the download icon, and it will be saved to your device for easy access.

Need to remove a document? Deleting a document in Build Buddy is simple! Just navigate to the document in the Shared Document Library, click the delete option, and confirm your choice.

Document names in Build Buddy are fixed to maintain organisation and consistency across the platform. This ensures that all team members can easily find and reference the documents they need.

Stay informed with Build Buddy! You’ll receive notifications for messages, keeping you updated on all communications related to your project.

With in-app direct messaging, you can message Build Buddy Pros directly within tasks in Build Buddy, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration throughout the project.

You can directly message any tradespeople or consultants involved in your project. Stay connected and keep communication clear throughout every stage of your build.

Learn how to easily update a review you've submitted in Build Buddy. Follow simple steps to edit and resubmit your feedback for a smooth project experience.

Leaving a review for a Pro is simple. After a task is completed, you can provide feedback on your experience with the Pro to help maintain quality and transparency across the platform.

Task Documents are essential for helping Pros complete their work efficiently. Upload any necessary documents directly to the task to ensure everything needed is readily accessible.

You can easily request and accept quotes from different Pros right within the platform. Once a quote is accepted, a contract is automatically generated for digital signing, streamlining the process and keeping everything in one place.

Build Buddy's pre-populated quality assurance checklist is developed by industry professionals, ensuring every item aligns with industry best practices for a smooth and high-quality build.

The Defects feature makes it simple for you to ensure that any issues or defects in your build are promptly addressed.

If you're doing parts of your project yourself in Build Buddy, easily add your skills info. Follow our quick guide to list your qualifications and stay organised for smooth project management.