For crews weighing their options
The free Jobber alternative for crews that work outside.
General field-service software charges a monthly fee and treats the forecast like your problem. MakeHay measures the site from satellite, watches the weather on every visit, and quotes in the units you actually bid — then handles approval, scheduling, and getting paid. Free.
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Switching? We'll help you move your customer list — support@makehay.io.
Side by side
What changes when the tool is built for outdoor work
General platforms quote, schedule, and invoice well — that part is table stakes. The difference is the price, everything that happens before the quote, and everything the weather decides after the schedule.
| Feature | MakeHay | General field-service apps |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — no monthly plan | $29–399/mo + add-ons |
| Satellite site measurement — sq ft & linear ft from imagery | Built in, with historical imagery | |
| Measurements flow into quote quantities | One tap | |
| Weather warnings per job site (rain, cure temps, snow) | Automatic on every visit | |
| Suggests a clearer day when weather kills a job | Built in | |
| Quotes with online approval | ||
| Scheduling calendar | ||
| Invoices with card + bank (ACH) payment |
Comparison reflects generally available features and published pricing of broad field-service platforms as of mid-2026; capabilities and prices vary by plan and change over time. Jobber is a trademark of its owner; MakeHay is an independent product and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Jobber.
Why crews switch
Software that already knows outdoor work
Measure the site before you drive to it
Pull up any address on satellite view, trace the areas, and measure the runs — square feet and linear feet, straight into your quote. Older imagery is one dropdown away when today's photo hides what you need to see.
Quotes in the units you bid in
Per square foot, per linear foot, per item, or flat — with categories so the customer sees a clean total instead of your unit-price breakdown, and one-tap approval that skips the printer.
Weather watching every job
Every scheduled visit is checked against the forecast for that address. Rain on the job day, a cold snap that stops a cure, snow that triggers a plow route — you get warned first, and pointed to the clearer day.
Scheduling made for split jobs
Multi-day jobs, split visits, a day this week and a day next month — drag them on the calendar, and unscheduled work sits in a tray so nothing gets forgotten.
Paid without the chase
Approved quote to invoice in one click. Card and ACH online, checks recorded in seconds, and automatic follow-ups so overdue money doesn't stay overdue.
One tool, not five — and free
Measuring, estimating, CRM, scheduling, and invoicing in one place, with no monthly subscription. No exporting takeoffs from one app into quotes in another.
An honest note
If most of your work happens indoors — cleaning, HVAC, plumbing, electrical — a general platform's breadth may genuinely serve you better. MakeHay makes the opposite trade: everything in it — the measuring tool, the weather warnings, the units, the quote layouts — exists because the work happens outside, where the forecast decides the day. If that's your business, you'll feel the difference the first time you measure and quote a job straight from satellite view.
FAQ
Common questions
Is MakeHay a good Jobber alternative for outdoor contractors?
If your crew works outside — striping and sealcoating, lawn care and landscaping, concrete, fencing, pressure washing, snow removal, or any trade the weather runs — yes. You get the same core workflow (quotes your customer approves online, a scheduling calendar, invoices with card and ACH payment), plus tools no general platform has: a satellite measuring tool that takes off square footage and linear feet from imagery, and weather warnings on every scheduled job. And it's free — no monthly subscription.
What does MakeHay have that general field-service apps don't?
Three big things. First, a built-in satellite takeoff tool: pull up any job site, measure areas and runs, and push the numbers straight into quote quantities. Second, weather intelligence: every visit is checked against the forecast for that specific address, with warnings for rain, cure temps, and cure-window problems tuned to your trade. Third, the price: MakeHay is free — no per-seat monthly fee before you've sent your first quote.
Can I switch to MakeHay from Jobber?
Yes — MakeHay is live and free. Create your account and you can send your first quote the same day. Switching from another platform? Email support@makehay.io and we'll help you move your client list over and set up your services and pricing.
Does MakeHay handle online payments like Jobber does?
Yes. Invoices carry a secure payment link where your customer can pay by credit card or bank transfer (ACH). Bank payments cost a fraction of card fees on big commercial jobs, and you can also record checks and cash so every balance stays accurate.
When should I stick with a general platform instead?
If most of your work happens indoors — cleaning, HVAC, plumbing, electrical — a general field-service platform's breadth may genuinely serve you better. If your crews work outside and the forecast decides the day, you'll feel the difference of software built for that on day one.
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