The specific challenges of the trade in Quebec
Quebec roofers face a brutal estimating equation:
- Site visits eat your days — driving to measure roofs that may never sign
- Slopes and facets — a complex roof multiplies measurement errors and material waste
- Multiple systems — asphalt shingles, elastomeric membrane, TPO, sheet metal: each with its own materials math
- Weather windows — tear-off and installation must fit forecast windows
- CNESST heights compliance — documented safety for work at heights
Roofing contracts sign fast — usually with whoever answers first with a credible number. Speed is the whole game.
What a professional bid must contain
Based on industry best practices and what Quebec clients and general contractors expect:
| Element | Residential | Commercial / Institutional |
|---|---|---|
| Measured areas and slopes | Mandatory | Mandatory |
| System and materials detail | Mandatory | Mandatory |
| RBQ licence number | Mandatory | Mandatory |
| Manufacturer warranty terms | Recommended | Mandatory |
| Disposal and clean-up | Recommended | Mandatory |
| CCQ labour hours | If applicable | Mandatory |
How SubmitX works for your trade
Enter the address — the satellite does the rest
Aerial measurement detects areas, slopes, facets, valleys and ridges — no ladder, no drive.
Automatic roofing BOQ
Bundles, underlayment, flashing, vents and fasteners quantified per roof system, waste included.
Quebec supplier pricing
Your distributor prices (Convoy, BMR and others) entered in your BOM.
Visual bid, signed online
Aerial imagery and measurements included; the client signs electronically — often the same day.
💡 Example: with satellite measurement, a roofer can prepare a first estimate from the office instead of driving to every site before quoting.
All in one
Fix your roofing estimating problems — and every other headache — in one platform
Estimating, projects, field work, CCQ payroll, invoicing: SubmitX brings it all together in one place. Leave your details and a team member will show you how it works on your own cases.
- Estimating
- Projects & field
- CCQ payroll
- Invoicing
A team member will get in touch. Something urgent? Call 514-835-8734.
Meanwhile, you can try SubmitX free for 7 days.
SubmitX vs Excel vs generic software
| Criterion | Excel / paper | Generic software | SubmitX ERP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Measurement | Ladder + tape | Manual entry | Satellite |
| Materials takeoff | Manual | Templates | Automatic per system |
| Weather planning | No | No | Per-site windows |
| CCQ payroll | No | No | Automatic |
| Warranty tracking | Paper | No | Per roof, archived |
| Time per bid | 2–4 h + drive | 1 h | 10 min, no drive |
Pricing and return on investment
SubmitX starts at $99/month CAD. If satellite measurement wins you a single extra roof per month (average $12,000), the subscription pays for itself 100 times over.
Add the site visits you skip: 10 estimates/month × 2 h saved = 20 hours back — in high season, that is another crew-day per week.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best roofing estimating software in Quebec?
SubmitX includes a dedicated roofing module: satellite measurement (areas, slopes, facets), automatic materials per system, Quebec supplier prices and CCQ labour. From $99/month, free trial without a credit card.
How accurate is satellite measurement?
High-resolution aerial imagery with AI slope detection typically lands within 2–3% of a manual measurement — accurate enough to bid confidently without climbing.
Does it plan around weather?
Yes — per-project weather windows help schedule tear-off and installation, protecting both your crews and your warranties.
Prepare your next bids with SubmitX
AI drafts the bid, you review it before it goes out. 7-day trial, no credit card.
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