Free Software Built for Painting Contractors

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Whether tackling comprehensive exterior home makeovers, intricate interior cabinet refinishing, or large-scale commercial repaints, painting contractors deal with highly visual projects that require meticulous customer communication. Krib is the ideal software partner for the modern painter. It allows you to swiftly create itemized estimates that break down the exact costs for primer, paint gallons, scaffolding rentals, and specialized labor. Critically, you can use Krib's photo attachments to document existing wall damage or clearly show approved color samples, ensuring you and the homeowner are fully aligned before the first drop cloth goes down. Generate legally binding approvals digitally, schedule your painting crews efficiently, and collect final payments the moment the tape is pulled—all facilitated by a software platform that never charges a monthly usage fee.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best free software for painting contractors?

Krib is a free field service management platform for painting contractors. It includes estimating, scheduling, invoicing, online payments, photo evaluations, and customer management — with no monthly fee.

Can I separate prep, primer, and paint costs in a quote?

Yes. Krib's quote builder supports unlimited line items. List prep work, primer, paint brand/color, materials, and labor as separate line items for full customer transparency.

Can I attach before and after photos to painting jobs?

Yes. Attach before photos at estimate time and after photos at completion. These become part of the customer record and can be used for reviews and referral marketing.

Does Krib charge per user for a painting crew?

No. Krib has zero per-user fees. Your estimators, painters, and project managers all work from the same account at no extra monthly cost.

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If you collect payments through Krib, total fees are ~3% (Stripe 2.9% + $0.30 + Krib 0.1%). Payments are optional. No monthly fee.