Testimonials_Concrete-Contractor


Deco-Con Imaging Software users: Percy Concrete & Design, Inc. Kevin Percy Wrentham MA, http://www.concretedesignsolutions.com	Click on the image to watch a video testimonial of Kevin Percy captured at the ASCC conference 2007. Who Kevin is: Kevin of Percy Concrete and Design Inc. has been installing decorative concrete since 1994. He has been a member of the American Society of Concrete Contractors and Decorative Concrete Councils since 2001. Currently he sits on the Board of Directors, and has seminars and demonstrations as a featured instructor for the D.C.C. He was also on Extreme Make Over Home Edition in 2006. We met Kevin in person for the first time at the ASCC conference in North Carolina on September 14 2007. He was doing a training demonstration for Brickform at the ASCC Decorative concrete demos. This video was recorded outside of the conference room during the ASCC reception. He has owned Deco-Con Software for 2 years, and uses it on 90% of his proposals. He says he closes 70% of his jobs when he shows them a computer rendering made with Deco-con. Quote: “A lot of times they will e-mail us a photo of their project and we will in turn do your Depiction Software and show them a rendered drawing. E-mail it back to them, and then a lot of times we’ll land the job because of the fact that we have the capabilities of doing something like that. So we are like I said before 70% and that is pretty good considering all the competition that surrounds us. And the software works so, to me if you ask me I think that anybody that is a contractor in this business should have the program because it is going to put you so far ahead of the competition nobody is going to be able to touch you, because it gives you just a little bit more of an edge, and that is what we need in this business is an edge. Constantly!”

Depiction Software support testimonial:	Garry Green, of Go Green Concrete Captured at the World of Concrete 2007: Click on the image to watch a video testimonial "Depiction software does great software service. I have not had any problems. They get back to me right away, I would buy their software again, and again"

Marty Meewis Colors On Concrete	“I just wanted to write and tell how much I love these new programs. If there are any contractors out there that want to move their business to the next level these programs will do it. The new imaging software I bought at "World of Concrete" this year is amazing . When I started doing decorative concrete 3 years ago all I had were some pictures and reference books to show clients and I was lucky to get 1 out of 5 jobs. Once I started using the imaging software not only did I feel much more confident on job walks but I was able to average 3 out of 5 jobs. Now when I go to my walks, I take a photo of the project, download it to my laptop and have the clients browse through the sample books while I work on the image of their project. As they discuss what they like I can change the image to fit their wishes and by the time they have finished the books I have a photo of their project.” “The estimator program has been just as helpful. The initial setup takes a few hours to input your job and product info but once you have the basics done the rest is easy. I have been on a walk and as I was writing up the estimate I noticed there was some info I missed. With a few taps of the mouse I was able to update my products and return right back where I left of to finish the estimate. The latest version now allows me to email the estimate to my client right from the program. Usually I do this before I leave or as I am sitting in my truck. Just this "email" upgrade has made my life so much easier because now I don't have to go home and work all night writing estimates and hoping the clients received them OK. Last, I have to say that the tech support from Depiction is awesome. I am a computer "IDIOT" yet somehow I find that these programs and the support staff have made me feel like some kind of "I.T." guy.”

~ Jim Woetzel ~ Jardin Passion Landscape Designers http://www.jardinpassion.com/	"Since using Depiction's Hardscape Imaging Software, I've closed more jobs with the ability to show my customers a visual of any patterns, colors, and ideas they may have on the spot. I highly recommend Depiction's Imaging and Estimating software for anyone looking to present themselves professionally in the Hardscape/Landscape industry." Click Here to see how Jim is using the software in his business.

Marco Lucente Ontario, Canada	It used to take my company's estimator 20 minutes to calculate the required pavers, base rock, and sand to complete an estimate for our contractor customers. What took him 20 minutes now takes only 3 minutes. He has gone from 100 estimates in a week to completing them all in one day. The Estimator software paid for itself in the first 2 weeks. All the money I am saving now is pure profit. Not only is my new Estimator software faster, but neater, and more accurate. It is worth every penny.

Dave Ambler Natural Impressions, Inc. Decorative Concrete Designs Pennsylvania October 24, 2007	It’s a wonderful occasion for us, and we’re not so quietly strutting a bit about the progress we’ve made with the Depiction Software Program. Yet we’re fully aware that our accomplishments are not simply attributable to “genius” leadership or hard-working employees. We grew and prospered only because we found some great friends like you who gave us loyal support along the way. As I have explained many times; we are “concrete people”, and not real talented with simple computing. We purchased your software and at first, second, alright 20th try thought it was far above our abilities. But, your support helped us to see past our small thinking. Today we look like geniuses, to our clients. You displayed many hours of patience on the phone helping us to think outside of the box. Although it seemed painful in the beginning, I have now realized that your programs are truly designed for the concrete professional. Your program and support have taken our business to another level. Anyone that wonders whether or not to purchase your software should stop wondering, and step to the next level of success. So this is a thank-you note—for helping us to further our success, for putting up with occasional errors due to “growing pains,” and just for helping to put Natural Impressions on the map. The future looks bright, and we want to acknowledge your contribution to this rosy outlook. We will continue to look forward to additional tools you may develop to help our success.

Deco-Con Estimator: Dr Jay Concrete Ltd	Click on the image to watch a video testimonial of Dr Jay captured at the World of Concrete 2007 I think this was the best product that I bought for my company, compared to what other people are doing. If I make a presentation mine looks professional. Where as people handling five to six million worth of equipment are still doing their estimating on a piece of paper and pen. So Depiction Software has given me a professional appearance, it's also helped me get jobs I never would have gotten because of the professional appearance

Will Bayley, Western Australia	“The program is more than fantastic. I have got to pinch myself to believe that we were fortunate enough to stumble on your website. Thanks again I have been signing up multiple sales since I started using the software.”

Peter Sandberg Classic Decorative Concrete, FL	“You guys are Terrific!!!! My software is really helping me make sales. I use it on the job to decide pattern changes and directions too. Wow what a system.!!!”

Mark Becker, Contractor, Contemporary Land Associates	“Finally! I found the tools to make my business more profitable. And all in one place too.”

Jim Peterson President The Concrete Network, CA	Online Visualizer “We are delighted with the new viewer your team has created for us: the service was timely, all changes we desired were made promptly, and the images…they are awesome. The new viewer you guys have created for us is also elegant in my humble opinion. Over the last few years many contractors have shared with me the impact being able to use the viewer in a clients home to show them the project they are proposing- and what a sales tool it is. It’s true! A picture is really worth a thousand words. If people can see it- they want it.”

Carlos Rodriguez C & R Pavestone, Mission Hills, CA He came in to our office & purchased Hardscape Imaging Software on the morning of Oct. 15th, 2007:	“Immediately after purchasing the software I gave it to one of my sales guys. He watched the training movies and quickly learned how to use the basics of the software. He took it out on his laptop to a bid that same day where he closed a $30,000 Job! The best part is the customer had already gotten another bid from a different contractor but with the Hardscape Imaging Software she decided to go with us. Thank you SO much! The program paid for itself in the same day!”

Mark J. Knue Dealership Owner CTi of Cincinati	Thank you for saving my skin on a Friday night when my Vista computer made me re-install my CTi Cost Estimator program, just when my cost proposal was due for a significant church project the next day. I was in a panic and didn't expect an English-speaking human being to be available. As I dialed the Depiction phone number I was sure I'd get a digital voice or some crazy phone menu, so I cursed the price I was charged for my software and I was ready to head for the Valuum in my medicine cabinet. I was stunned to hear a lovely lady's calm and understanding voice soothe my anxiety and immediately forward me to you in Tech Support. Imagine that. You took great care of me and got me running within 5 minutes. Way to go! I love my CTi Navigator and CTi Cost Estimator programs. You really gave me beyond my money's worth.

Andy Williams A.G. Williams Concrete & More New York	"Closed more jobs in the last three weeks than I did last summer. Unbelievable."

Willy Nicholson Solid Surface Coatings Colorado	If you are happy with making sample boards and spending money for nothing and getting bottom dollar for the job, do not read this!!!!!! If you are ready to take your business to the next level and increase your sales 300%, then read this!!!!!!! 'It would be wise that anyone that is trying to succeed in this industry while building up their business to invest in the DECO-CON software program from Depiction Software .com This program will increase your sales as soon as you pull it out of the box. Why waste time, money and your efforts to make sample boards for customers when you can sit with them and input a photo of their project into the program and have over 30,000 ways to enhance the project. Within 40 minutes your customer will sign the contract and write you a deposit check. I know this first hand because it happens to me every time I sit down with a customer.' I have increased my sales 300% without wasting time and money making unnecessary sample boards and repeated trips to the customer's house. I just love the customer that wants a plain jane job, once you input the photo in and start putting colors and textures in it, they get so excited and grab the check book and ask when can you get started."

Ryan Chapin Beltrock Decorative Concrete, MT	“Depiction Software's Decorative Concrete programs are a huge help to my business. The program really helps in selling your job and making you look professional as a contractor. Customers really like the fact that can see what the project may look like before spending all their money! Thanks for a great product.”

Jesus Salinas 5S Construction in Illinois	Just to let you know that the software helped me last year getting more customers and increasing our sales, we went in July from three customers in the schedule, to full up the schedule for the next two months. We started a huge advertising campaign and started to get lot of calls for estimates, and using the Imaging software and emailing customers several pictures with different designs. This year I am planning to do it more in person with my customers. What a great tool,

Bill Leys Central Coast Waterproofing	I bought their software at World of Concrete 2008. Customers love that I take a picture of their project, load it while I carry on a conversation with them, get it set up and then start showing them on my laptop what the possibilities are with their options. Give this tool to your salesmen or yourself, it will pay for itself in no time once you master the short learning curve on using the software.

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