The Construction Platform for the Entire Project.
From the first concept to the final lien waiver — one connected system for owners, builders, and every professional in between. No handoffs. No gaps. No starting over.
Construction Has Always Had
Too Many Handoffs.
Design firm → estimator → permit runner → contractor → closing attorney → next project. Every gap costs time and money. We eliminated them.
One platform. Six phases. No gaps.
Each phase automatically inherits data from the previous phase. Your design specs flow into permits, permits flow into the build phase, and everything is tracked through closeout.
Every Project Needs a Room Where
Everyone Belongs.
Kealee is where homeowners, builders, and professionals meet — and where projects actually get done. The Kealee Builder Network connects verified GCs and contractors with project owners who have funded projects, approved designs, and permits in hand.
Discover Professionals
Search verified GCs, architects, engineers, and specialty contractors in the DC-Baltimore corridor.
List Your Business
Create your profile, showcase your work, and get discovered by project owners and GCs.
Bid on Projects
Access open bid invitations with fair rotation. Win projects based on merit.
Our bid rotation system ensures all qualified contractors get equal opportunity to bid on projects. No pay-to-play. Just quality work.
Build Without Blindspots.
Every professional. Every phase. Every payment — connected in one place. Whether you're building your dream home, running a crew, or delivering licensed professional services, Kealee removes the gaps that cost everyone money.
Project Owner Portal
Your Command Center
Manage your project from start to finish with milestone tracking and escrow payments.
- Milestone Tracking
- Contract Management
- Escrow Payments
- Document Sharing
Architecture
Professional Design
Licensed architects in the DC-Baltimore area for permit-ready drawings.
- Architectural Drawings
- 3D Renderings
- Design Consultation
- Permit Handoff
Engineering
PE-Stamped Drawings
Structural, MEP, civil, and geotechnical engineering services.
- Structural Engineering
- MEP Design
- Civil Engineering
- Geotechnical
Permits & Inspections
AI-Powered Review
AI-powered permit review and submission for faster approvals.
- AI Compliance Review
- Auto Form Filling
- Status Tracking
- Inspection Scheduling
The Complete Operations Platform
Ops Services
Outsourced Operations
Dedicated PM team for coordination, reporting, and vendor management.
- Dedicated PM Team
- Weekly Reports
- Vendor Coordination
- Admin Support
PM Software
Self-Service Tools
Full project management suite with scheduling, budgeting, and RFIs.
- Scheduling
- Budgeting
- Document Management
- Team Collaboration
Estimation
AI-Powered Takeoff
Assembly-based cost estimating with AI takeoff and cost databases.
- AI Takeoff
- Assembly Pricing
- Cost Databases
- Bid Reports
Finance & Escrow
Secure Payments
Escrow management, milestone payments, and financial tracking for all parties.
- Escrow Accounts
- Milestone Payments
- Financial Reports
- Trust Accounting
One Platform. Six Connected Phases.
Your approved drawings flow from Design directly into Permit — no re-entry. Your permit approval triggers Build setup automatically. Your closeout escrow ties to verified Build milestones. And after closeout, Opportunities connects your next project with the talent and contracts to build it. Every phase feeds the next. That's the gap the industry never closed. Until now.
Without Kealee
- Coordinate between 5+ disconnected tools
- Re-enter project data at every phase
- Chase down permit status manually
- Lose track of change orders and approvals
- Pay multiple platform fees
With Kealee
- One platform from design to closeout
- Data flows automatically between phases
- Real-time permit tracking and AI review
- Centralized change order management
- Single subscription, all features included
Powerful Tools for Every Role
Each portal is purpose-built for your role in the project lifecycle.
Your command center for tracking every milestone, payment, and document in your project.
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Portfolio management, plan uploads, and seamless handoff to permitting — all in one place.
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Structural, MEP, civil, and geotechnical engineering with PE-stamped drawings.
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AI-powered permit review, auto form-filling, and real-time status tracking across 3,000+ jurisdictions.
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Build accurate estimates with assembly-based takeoffs, cost databases, and professional reports.
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Your dedicated operations team handles permits, reporting, vendor coordination, and admin work.
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Full-featured project management for GCs, builders, and contractors. Scheduling, budgeting, RFIs, daily logs, and more.
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Secure escrow management, milestone payments, and financial tracking for all project parties.
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Find verified contractors, compare bids, and connect with professionals in the DC-Baltimore corridor.
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Built for the Way Projects Actually Work
From custom homes to commercial build-outs, Kealee connects every phase of your project. Design flows into permits, permits flow into the build, and every stakeholder stays on the same page.
“Kealee made our kitchen renovation so much easier. Having design, permits, and contractor management in one place saved us weeks of coordination.”
“As a first-time homebuyer doing a gut renovation, I was overwhelmed. Kealee's platform and the dedicated PM service kept everything on track.”
“The estimation tools alone have saved us 15+ hours per week. Combined with the permit automation, we're closing more jobs with less overhead.”
“Fair bid rotation actually works. We've landed 3 new commercial clients through the network in the past quarter.”
Know More. Build Better.
Construction is complex. Kealee's Knowledge Hub gives owners, builders, and professionals the information they need — before they spend a dollar.
The Complete Owner's Guide to the Construction Process
From your first concept sketch to the final walkthrough — every decision, every phase, every professional you'll need. Written for people who've never built before.
Read Guide →What Does a General Contractor Actually Do — and How Do You Evaluate One?
The GC's role, how markup and overhead work, what they're legally responsible for, and the 12 questions to ask before you sign any contract.
Read Article →How the Permit Process Works — and Why Kealee Cuts It by 30%
Jurisdiction requirements, plan review stages, common rejection reasons, and exactly how Kealee's Intelligent Permit Review and 250+ jurisdiction database changes the timeline.
Read Guide →Construction Terms Every Owner and Builder Should Know
RFIs, submittals, change orders, lien waivers, substantial completion, retainage, AIA draws — defined in plain English with real project examples.
View Glossary →How Construction Costs Are Built — and What Drives Overruns
Material costs, labor rates, overhead and profit, contingency, and how Kealee's Smart Takeoff platform produces line-item pricing from your drawings in hours, not weeks.
Read Guide →What Is the Kealee Delivery Guarantee — and What Does It Cover?
How the Kealee Service Credit works, what triggers it, what it doesn't cover, and why it exists. Written in plain language — no fine print spin.
Read Article →Common Questions
The Construction Platform
Built for Everyone in the Room.
Start anywhere. Build without blindspots. Every professional verified, every payment protected, every phase connected — from your first concept drawing to the day you get your keys.
For Homeowners
Start your project with confidence. Get design, permits, and trusted contractors.
Start Your ProjectFor Contractors
Grow your business with PM tools, estimation, and streamlined operations.
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