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Track construction projects, subcontractors, milestones, budget, and punch lists in one organized app.
Step-by-step guide
6 steps
- 1
Define your project phases
Construction projects have clear phases: Planning → Permitting → Site Prep → Foundation → Framing → Mechanical/Electrical → Drywall → Finish Work → Punch List → Handover. Map these for each project type you manage.
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Describe the app to Appaca
Tell Appaca: "Build a construction project tracker with projects (address, client, start date, estimated completion, contract value, status), milestones per project, subcontractor assignments, a daily log, a budget vs actual spend tracker, and a punch list for final inspections."
- 3
Add your active projects
Enter each active project with its address, client, contract value, and start date. This is your project portfolio view.
- 4
Break projects into milestones
For each project, add milestones with planned completion dates. Milestone examples: permits received, foundation poured, framing complete, final inspection. Mark milestones complete as they are achieved.
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Log subcontractor assignments
Link each trade subcontractor (plumber, electrician, framer) to the project phases they are responsible for. Track their scheduled start dates and completion.
- 6
Use the daily log for site notes
After each site visit, log a daily entry: weather, work completed, delays, safety observations, and materials delivered. This log is invaluable for dispute resolution and change order documentation.
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What Appaca gives you out of the box
Your app comes fully equipped - no hosting, no external database, no extra setup required.
Build and update by chatting with AI
Describe changes in plain language and Appaca applies them instantly. Add new fields, change layouts, build automations - all without touching code.
A real database, built in
Every app you build on Appaca gets its own secure database. Your data stays structured, backed up, and accessible - no spreadsheets or external tools needed.
Connect to tools you already use
Link your app to Google Sheets, Slack, Airtable, or any service via API or webhook. Your Appaca app becomes part of your existing workflow.
Share with your team instantly
Invite teammates, assign roles, and start using the app together. You control who sees what - individual apps or the whole workspace.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Add a change order log per project with description, amount, approval status, and impact on the contract total.
Yes. You can create a read-only client view that shows project milestones and key updates without exposing budget details or internal notes.
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