Built for professional Christmas light installers, the CLIPA Estimating App takes the guesswork out of quoting jobs. Whether you’re estimating a single-story home or a complex commercial install, this tool gives you the power to build detailed, profitable estimates in just minutes — and send them straight to your client or office with a tap.
Choose from 11 different install sections like rooflines, trees, wreaths, and more. Each section calculates pricing based on either strand count or per-foot pricing depending on the product used.
Estimates are built using your custom per-minute break-even rate (calculated on CLIPAU.com). Every quote ensures you’re priced to make money — not guesswork.
Adjust pricing based on up to 4 difficulty levels per section — from ground-level installs to challenging multi-story jobs — to reflect time, effort, and risk.
Add your own products, input actual costs (including shipping), and let the app automatically calculate pricing based on what you’re using.
Remove pricing inconsistencies and protect your margins — even when multiple team members are quoting jobs.
Assign jobs to team members, add new users, and track estimates with full visibility across your crew.
Email estimates directly to customers or send them to your office with just a few taps — no more manual paperwork or delays.
Organize your pipeline with clear status categories: Pending, Won, or Lost. Quickly filter and follow up as needed.
Attach detailed notes and property photos to keep your team and your customer on the same page.
Select or Create a Customer
From the home screen, choose an existing customer or create a new one by entering their details.
Start a New Estimate
Once the customer is created, return to the home screen and tap “New Estimate.”
Choose the Customer
Use the drop-down list to select the customer you just created or an existing one from your database.
Add Estimate Sections
You’ll now be able to add specific sections to the estimate — such as roofline, trees, pathway lights, wreaths, etc.
Select each section one by one to build out the complete estimate.
Customize as Needed
Adjust quantities, pricing, and details for each section. Add notes or optional services as needed.
Review and Send
Once everything is set, preview the final proposal and email it directly to your customer — clean, professional, and ready to approve.
The CLIPA Estimating App was built to help holiday lighting professionals confidently price jobs and ensure profitability on every project. Whether you’re just starting out or managing multiple crews, this tool gives you the control and clarity you need to bid with confidence.
🛠 1. Choose From 11 Estimating Sections
The app breaks down a Christmas light installation into 11 different sections, allowing you to estimate each part of the job with accuracy. From rooflines to trees to ground lighting and wreaths, each section is designed to match real-world installations and help you track time, materials, and margin.
💡 2. Mini Lights vs. Per Foot Pricing
Mini Light Sections calculate based on strand count, helping you factor in the time and material needed to wrap trees, bushes, and more.
Non-Strand Sections (like rooflines or gutters) are calculated per foot, giving you a quick and accurate way to price linear installs.
📈 3. Built Around Your Per-Minute Breakeven
All the calculations in the app work off your personalized per-minute breakeven rate, ensuring you’re covering labor, overhead, and profit.
Use the CLIPAU.com calculators to determine your rate, then plug it into the app for accurate, profitable estimates every time.
📤 4. Send Estimates Directly to Clients
Once your estimate is built, you can generate a professional proposal and send it directly to your client from within the app—saving time and sealing deals faster.
👥 5. Add Team Members
Manage your business more effectively by adding team members to your account. This makes it easier for sales reps or crew leads to build estimates based on your pricing structure and stay aligned on job costs.
🧮 6. Adjust Labor Per Section
Every job is different. The app lets you adjust the labor time per section, giving you full control over the estimate and helping you stay profitable—even when the job is more complex.
The CLIPA Estimating App isn’t just about pricing — it’s about making smart business decisions backed by real numbers. With the right setup, you’ll never second-guess your prices again.
All the calculations in the app work off your personalized per-minute breakeven rate, ensuring you’re covering labor, overhead, and profit.
Use the CLIPAU.com calculators to determine your rate, then plug it into the app for accurate, profitable estimates every time.
The break even helps you calculate your estimates based of your expenses. Break even is what it costs you per minute when on a job site. When calculating your break even, you should use the following;
Crew Wages
Payroll Burden (Taxes, Workers’ Comp, Benefits)
Overhead Costs (Rent, Insurance, Equipment, Office Staff, Marketing, etc.)
Vehicle & Fuel Costs
Visit Estimating Calculators to calculate your break even.
Not all installs are created equal — and the CLIPA Estimating App is built to reflect that. Whether you’re decorating a single-story home or a commercial building with complex rooflines, difficulty levels allow you to price jobs accurately based on the true effort involved.
🧩 What Are Difficulty Levels?
Each estimating section in the app allows you to assign footage or strand count to a specific difficulty level — from Level 1 (easy) to Level 4 (most difficult).
For example, when estimating a roofline install on a house:
Difficulty 1 = First-story rooflines, garages, or low, flat rooftops that are easy to access
Difficulty 2 = Second-story installs or areas that require ladders or added care
Difficulty 3 = Steep pitches, tight spaces, or specialty installs
Difficulty 4 = Commercial or hazardous areas that require extra setup or safety precautions
Each level applies a higher labor rate and/or markup to reflect the added time, risk, and crew resources required — ensuring you stay profitable no matter how tough the install.
🧠 Why It Matters
Protects Your Profit: Stop undercharging for harder installs
Customizes Each Estimate: One-size-fits-all pricing doesn’t work — now you can treat each section appropriately
Easy to Use: Just input the feet (or strand count) for each difficulty level within that section — the app does the rest
🏠 Example:
If you’re decorating a home with:
100 ft of first-story roofline → input under Difficulty 1
60 ft of second-story peaks → input under Difficulty 2
The app will automatically charge more for the second-story footage, using your breakeven rate and markup to keep things dialed in.
📦 Pro Tip:
Most sections allow up to 4 levels of difficulty — so you can be as precise as needed, whether you’re bidding residential jobs, retail centers, or multi-story office buildings.
Toggle ConteThe promo code provided by CLIPA gives you a 30-day free trial of the CLIPA Estimator App — designed to help lighting professionals create fast, accurate, and professional holiday lighting estimates.
You’ll enter the promo code during the registration process:
Download the CLIPA Estimator App from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
Launch the app and begin the registration process.
When prompted, enter the promo code in the “Coupon Code” or “Promo Code” field.
Complete your profile and continue to the subscription confirmation screen.
Although your first 30 days are free, the app store requires users to confirm a subscription to begin the trial. You will see a screen asking you to double-click the side button (on iPhones) or follow the confirmation process (on Android).
Don’t worry — you will not be charged during the trial. The screen will clearly state:
“Your subscription will begin on [DATE] after the free trial ends.”
Yes. If you do not cancel before the trial ends, your subscription will automatically begin on the date shown during confirmation. You can cancel at any time before the trial period ends through your app store settings.gle Content
You can manage or cancel your subscription through your device’s subscription settings:
iOS: Go to Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions
Android: Go to Google Play > Menu > Subscriptions
If you missed the promo code entry or had issues during setup, reach out to support@clipa.com with your name and email used during registration. Our team will assist you in applying the trial code manually.
Not all installs are created equal — and the CLIPA Estimating App is built to reflect that. Whether you’re decorating a single-story home or a commercial building with complex rooflines, difficulty levels allow you to price jobs accurately based on the true effort involved.
🧩 What Are Difficulty Levels?
Each estimating section in the app allows you to assign footage or strand count to a specific difficulty level — from Level 1 (easy) to Level 4 (most difficult).
For example, when estimating a roofline install on a house:
Difficulty 1 = First-story rooflines, garages, or low, flat rooftops that are easy to access
Difficulty 2 = Second-story installs or areas that require ladders or added care
Difficulty 3 = Steep pitches, tight spaces, or specialty installs
Difficulty 4 = Commercial or hazardous areas that require extra setup or safety precautions
Each level applies a higher labor rate and/or markup to reflect the added time, risk, and crew resources required — ensuring you stay profitable no matter how tough the install.
🧠 Why It Matters
Protects Your Profit: Stop undercharging for harder installs
Customizes Each Estimate: One-size-fits-all pricing doesn’t work — now you can treat each section appropriately
Easy to Use: Just input the feet (or strand count) for each difficulty level within that section — the app does the rest
🏠 Example:
If you’re decorating a home with:
100 ft of first-story roofline → input under Difficulty 1
60 ft of second-story peaks → input under Difficulty 2
The app will automatically charge more for the second-story footage, using your breakeven rate and markup to keep things dialed in.
📦 Pro Tip:
Most sections allow up to 4 levels of difficulty — so you can be as precise as needed, whether you’re bidding residential jobs, retail centers, or multi-story office buildings.
