Budget tracking for homeowners
Stay on top of your renovation budget
Track quotes, invoices, and payments in one place. Know exactly what you've committed, what you've spent, and what's left — so your build doesn't blow the budget.
Free for 14 days. No credit card required.
$485,000
Approved
$412,350
85% of budget
$298,720
72% of committed
$72,650
15% buffer
| Category | Budget | Committed | Paid | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structural & Framing | $145,000 | $142,800 | $128,500 | On track |
| Electrical | $38,000 | $41,200 | $36,900 | Over budget |
| Plumbing | $42,000 | $39,500 | $27,300 | On track |
| Kitchen & Joinery | $85,000 | $82,450 | $45,020 | On track |
| Architect & Engineers | $52,000 | $52,000 | $48,000 | On track |
Renovation budgets are hard to manage
Spreadsheets lose track. Emails get buried. Quotes pile up. Before you know it, you're $50k over budget with no clear picture of where the money went.
Scattered information
Quotes in email, invoices in folders, payments in your banking app. No single source of truth.
Budget surprises
Variations add up silently. By the time you notice, you're already over budget with no easy way back.
Stressful decisions
Without clear numbers, every spending decision during a build feels like a gamble.
Features
Everything you need to stay in control
Build Budget brings your entire project budget into one clear, organised view — so you always know where you stand.
Budget overview
See your total budget, committed spend, paid amounts, and remaining buffer at a glance. Know your financial position instantly.
Quote & invoice tracking
Store and manage every quote and invoice. Track what's been approved, invoiced, and paid — by category and supplier.
Variance tracking
Spot budget overruns early. See which categories are on track, at risk, or already over — before it's too late to adjust.
Payment management
Record payments against invoices. Track what's due, what's been paid, and what's outstanding across your entire project.
Supplier directory
Keep all your suppliers and tradies in one place. Link quotes, invoices, and payments to each supplier automatically.
Document capture
Upload quotes and invoices as PDFs. Our AI reads the details and fills in the data — so you don't have to type it all in.
How it works
Up and running in minutes
No complex setup. No training needed. Just create your project and start adding your budget.
Set your budget
Create your project and define budget categories — construction, consultants, fixtures, and anything else. Set expected amounts for each line item.
Add quotes & invoices
As quotes come in, add them to Build Budget. When invoices arrive, upload them — our AI extracts the details. Record payments as you go.
Stay in control
Your dashboard shows exactly where you stand: what's budgeted, committed, spent, and remaining. Spot issues early and make confident decisions.
Built for real renovation projects
Build Budget was created by homeowners who've been through renovations — and wished they had a better way to manage the money side.
$2M+
In renovation budgets tracked
500+
Invoices processed
99.9%
Uptime reliability
256-bit
Bank-grade encryption
Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing
One plan that covers everything. No per-user fees. No hidden charges. Start with a free trial and upgrade when you're ready.
Common questions
Is Build Budget just for renovations?
No — it works for any residential building project. Renovations, extensions, new builds, knockdown-rebuilds. If you're managing a budget with multiple suppliers and trades, Build Budget will help.
Do I need construction experience to use it?
Not at all. Build Budget is designed for homeowners, not builders. The interface is simple and plain-English — no construction jargon or accounting knowledge required.
Can I share access with my partner or builder?
Yes. You can invite other people to your project with different permission levels — so your partner can view the budget, or your builder can add invoices.
How does the document upload work?
Upload a quote or invoice as a PDF, and our AI reads the document to extract key details like amounts, supplier names, and descriptions. You review and confirm before anything is saved.
Is my financial data secure?
Absolutely. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest using bank-grade encryption. We never share your data with third parties.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. There are no lock-in contracts. You can cancel your subscription at any time, and you'll retain access until the end of your billing period.
Take control of your build budget
Stop guessing what you've spent. Start your free trial today and bring clarity to the financial side of your renovation.