About AskThePlans
We're builders who got tired of losing jobs to missed messages. So we built something better.
Our Mission
To give every builder, tradie, and contractor a simple way to keep their projects organised and their communication crystal clear. No more lost messages. No more missed opportunities. No more headaches trying to find that one photo from three months ago.
Our Story
AskThePlans started in 2023 when our founder, a residential builder with 15 years experience, lost a $80,000 job because a quote request got buried in a WhatsApp group chat.
After talking to dozens of other builders, we realised this wasn't a one-off problem. Every builder we spoke to had the same frustrations: messages scattered across five different apps, photos impossible to find, and no clear record of what was agreed.
So we built AskThePlans – a messaging app designed specifically for how builders actually work. Organised by project. Easy to search. Built for the site, not the office.
Our Values
- Simplicity first:If your apprentice can't figure it out in 30 seconds, we've failed.
- Built for the site:Works on dodgy wifi. Works with dirty hands. Works when you're in a hurry.
- Your data is yours:We never sell your information. Your project details stay private.