Pricing at a glance
Both platforms price by team size — here's how the monthly plans line up.
| Plan level | LoadBearing CRM | Housecall Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Solo / starter | Basic — $35/mo (1 user) | Basic — $79/mo monthly or $59/mo annual (1 user) |
| Small team | Pro — $215/mo (2 users, full Jobs module) | Essentials — $189/mo monthly or $149/mo annual (up to 5 users) |
| Growing operation | Pro Unlimited — $485/mo (unlimited users) | MAX — $329/mo monthly or $299/mo annual (up to 8 users, ~$35/extra user) |
Housecall Pro pricing shown as of July 2026 (housecallpro.com/pricing). Note its Basic tier excludes the estimate builder and QuickBooks sync. LoadBearing add-ons: SMS Texting $75/mo, Email Marketing $70/mo, Pro Documents $75/mo.
Feature comparison
| Feature | LoadBearing CRM | Housecall Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Estimates with e-signature on the entry plan | ✓ Included in Basic ($35/mo) | ✕ Estimate builder starts at Essentials |
| Invoicing with online payments | ✓ Stripe payments on every plan | ✓ Card 2.59%+, bank 1% |
| Client CRM with lead qualification scoring | ✓ 11-point scoring on every plan | ✕ Standard customer records |
| Job costing & profitability breakdown | ✓ Included in Pro | Higher tiers / add-ons |
| EagleView aerial roof measurements | ✓ Native integration | ✕ Not built in |
| ABC Supply material ordering from inside a job | ✓ Native integration | ✕ Not available |
| Work orders & subcontractor management | ✓ Included in Pro | Limited — built around employee dispatch |
| Change orders with client approval | ✓ Included in Pro | ✕ Not a core workflow |
| Customer portal with live job status | ✓ Included in Pro | ✓ Customer portal |
| Two-way SMS texting | $75/mo add-on (any plan) | ✓ In-app messaging included |
| Public intake forms with QR codes | ✓ Every plan | Online booking widget |
| Google Calendar two-way sync | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| GPS tracking & dispatch board | ✕ Not offered | ✓ Core strength |
| QuickBooks sync | ✕ Not yet available | ✓ Essentials and up |
| Industry focus | Roofing, siding & exterior contractors | HVAC, plumbing, electrical & home services |
The honest verdict
Choose Housecall Pro if you dispatch technicians to many short service calls a day — its scheduling board, GPS tracking, and included messaging are built exactly for that.
Choose LoadBearing if your business is bid-driven project work. Housecall Pro's entry plan doesn't even include an estimate builder; LoadBearing's $35/mo Basic plan leads with estimates, e-signatures, and invoicing — and Pro adds work orders, change orders, supplier ordering, and true per-job profit tracking.
Why contractors switch to LoadBearing
- Estimates with digital e-signature from the cheapest plan — no forced upgrade just to send a bid.
- Order EagleView aerial measurements and pull roof/wall data straight into job planning.
- Place ABC Supply material orders from inside the job record.
- Track every dollar per job: materials, labor, subs, commissions, and change orders in one profitability view.
- 3-year price-lock contract available with free data migration from Housecall Pro.
Frequently asked questions
Is LoadBearing cheaper than Housecall Pro?
At the entry level, significantly: LoadBearing Basic is $35/mo and includes the estimate builder and e-signatures, while Housecall Pro Basic is $79/mo monthly ($59/mo annual) and excludes estimates entirely. Mid-tier pricing is comparable, but LoadBearing's Pro includes project workflows Housecall Pro doesn't focus on.
Can I migrate from Housecall Pro to LoadBearing?
Yes. LoadBearing offers free data migration for your clients, jobs, and estimates, including a white-glove migration with the 3-year price-lock contract offering.
Does LoadBearing have GPS tracking like Housecall Pro?
No. LoadBearing focuses on project-based contracting — estimates, work orders, material ordering, and job profitability — rather than fleet dispatch. If real-time technician GPS is essential to your business, Housecall Pro is stronger there.
Does LoadBearing support texting customers?
Yes — the SMS Texting add-on ($75/mo) gives you a dedicated business number for two-way texting with clients, plus automated appointment and job-update texts, on any plan.
Does LoadBearing offer a free trial?
Yes — start free with no credit card required and subscribe later from your settings.
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