Estimates

hrglass estimates give clients a professional online page where they can review and accept your proposal. The moment they accept, a project is automatically created with all tasks pre-filled; zero rework, zero clicks.

Everything You Need in Estimates & Proposals

Branded Templates

Apply your logo, colors, and custom fields for a professional client experience

Tasks/Services as Line Items

Add Tasks (any billing type) and Services as Line Items for a clean breakdown of the proposed project

Attach Contracts

Protect yourself with clear terms before starting any engagement—no more handshake deals

Email & Status Tracking

Email directly to client and track estimates as Pending, Accepted, or Declined with clear visual indicators

Online Acceptance

Clients view and accept estimates on a branded page—no PDF attachments needed

Auto-Conversion

When a client accepts, a project is automatically created with all tasks and pricing pre-filled—no action needed from you

How Time Estimates & Proposals Works in hr/glass

Create Estimate

Add line items with descriptions, quantities, rates, and any discounts

Send to Client

Share a branded online page where clients can review all details

Client Accepts

Client clicks accept—you get notified instantly and a project is created automatically

Convert to Project

Accepted Estimates are automatically converted to a project with all tasks and pricing pre-filled

Win More Work with Professional Estimates

Create estimates clients can accept online, then convert to projects with zero clicks

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From Estimate to Project

Create detailed, itemized estimates with a mix of fixed-cost and hourly line items, then send clients a shareable link to accept or decline directly in their browser — no account required. Accepted estimates convert into live projects automatically, carrying all line items over as tasks ready for time tracking with zero re-entry.

Who would use hr/glass for Estimates & Proposals?

Freelancers

Send professional proposals that stand out and convert faster than email attachments

Agencies

Standardize proposals across your team with templates and consistent branding

Consultants

Create detailed scope documents that convert to tracked projects seamlessly

James Wright, Web Developer

“My close rate went up 30% when I switched from PDF estimates to hrglass. Clients love the professional online experience.”

Common Questions About Estimates & Proposals

Can clients accept estimates online?

Yes! Clients get a branded page where they can review, accept, or decline your estimate.

What happens when an estimate is accepted?

A project is automatically created with all tasks, budgets, and details pre-filled from the estimate—no manual steps required.

Do I need to manually create a project after acceptance?

No! The project is generated automatically the moment the client accepts. You just start working.

Can I track which estimates are still pending?

Absolutely. Every estimate has a clear status—Pending, Accepted, or Declined—so you always know where things stand.

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