4 Reasons More Window & Shutter Companies Are Now Sending a Map with Every Estimate

For companies outside of Florida, generating permits doesn’t always require a map—so traditionally, a simple quote was enough. But times have changed. Many replacement companies have discovered that adding a professional map alongside the estimate is a game-changer, especially when using WindSketch. Here are the four main reasons why:

1. Boost Sales Close Rates
When customers can visualize exactly which windows, doors, and shutters are being replaced—and how they’ll look—they’re far more confident to proceed. A visual map alongside the estimate eliminates ambiguity, builds trust, and ultimately leads to faster decisions and more closed deals.

2. Reduce Installation Errors
Without a visual map, it’s easy for miscommunications to happen. An installer may remove the wrong window, or a salesperson may order an incorrect grid pattern, simply because the client never had a clear visual reference. By sharing a detailed map, companies reduce these costly errors and ensure everyone—sales, production, and installers—are fully aligned.

3. Improve Internal Coordination
A shared map standardizes communication across teams. Sales reps, office staff, and installers all reference the same visual plan, reducing misorders and ensuring the entire workflow runs more smoothly. This alignment decreases back-and-forth communication and improves overall project efficiency.

4. Enhance Professionalism and Competitive Edge
Sending an estimate with a professional, detailed map instantly elevates your brand. WindSketch allows you to generate the map simultaneously with the estimate in just minutes—giving the client the impression that you’ve invested significant time in preparing their project. This level of presentation not only impresses clients but also sets you apart from competitors still relying on basic quotes.

New Releases of the Week: New Toolbox Available
We’ve just released three powerful features in our redesigned Toolbox:

Selective Eraser: A brush-like tool to erase specific walls or elements selectively.
Crop Selector: Select an area and convert all elements inside to N/A, delete them, or remove them with or without the walls.
Lasso Selector: Draw a dotted circle to select elements and convert them to N/A or delete them—walls included if desired.

If you want to learn more or activate this feature in your account, reach out to us or schedule an onboarding session with our team.

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About Jamie McKinsey

Jamie McKinsey is the SDR Manager at Windsketch, leading the sales team with passion and strategy. With a background in business development and lead generation, she focuses on optimizing processes to maximize booked demos. Her people-centered approach and results-driven mindset have been key to driving the company’s growth in the window and door solutions industry.