From first capture to final order, Hover helps you win more jobs, faster. Whether from your desk or in the field, bookmark this guide as your go-to for making every step simpler - design, estimate, order, and build.

With just 8 exterior photos (or a set of blueprints), Hover creates detailed measurements, 3D models, floor plans, and even a virtual walkthrough for interior spaces. Hover is more than measurements - it’s an all-in-one platform for every step:

Don’t want to capture it yourself? Send an Invite to Capture and Hover will guide the homeowner step-by-step.

No special training. No extra gear. Just fast, same-day* results.

How contractors like you are winning with Hover:

Want to see what success looks like in the field? Discover how contractors across the country are streamlining workflows, closing more jobs, and growing their business with Hover. Hover Blog: Success Stories from the Field

Here's everything you need to get your team set up:

As a Hover Admin, you’ll have access to the Team page where you can view everyone in your organization (and any sub-organizations). From this page, you can easily invite new members, edit roles, reassign users, or remove access - giving you full control over your team setup.

Note: Only Hover admins can access the Team page.

Wondering which roles to assign to your teammates? Here's what each role has access to:

For step-by-step instructions, check out these articles:

Not finding what you need?

Explore our App Management Tips for more guidance

Still need help? Our Hover Support team is here for you. See the contact information listed at the end of this article.

Whether you’re brand-new or a Hover veteran, our live and on-demand webinars help you sharpen your skills (and maybe even pick up a new trick). Review our upcoming webinars and click on a topic of interest to save your seat.

Can’t attend live? Register anyway and we’ll send you the recap with the recording, slides, and extra resources.

Hover 101 takes place bi-weekly on Tuesdays.

Instant Design webinars take place bi-weekly on Thursdays.

Material List webinars take place once a month.

Once you've downloaded the app and are ready to take pictures of a property's exterior, here's how to get started:

Note: For exterior photos, try to minimize obstructions like cars or trees by experimenting with different angles and taking as many additional photos as needed.

Check out this article for more detailed instructions.

Skip the manual takeoffs. Just upload your plans and let Hover do the work.

Make sure your plans include:

Deliverables are ready in your account within 24 hours, grouped automatically for easy tracking.

If you’ve ever had a homeowner squint at a color swatch or stall on a decision because they “just can’t picture it”… Instant Design is here to flip the script.

Hover's Instant Design turns a single photo of a home into a realistic, fully editable design mockup—in seconds. It lets you:

Prefer to see it in a video format? These 2 minute videos dive into how to get the most out of our Inspiration and Customization features:

With Hover, you can effortlessly tackle siding and roofing takeoffs like never before. Just snap a few property photos (or upload blueprints), choose a template, and Hover does the rest - no tracing, measuring, or manual calculations required!

With Hover's Material List, you can:

We currently integrate with ABC, SRS, and QXO (formerly Beacon Building Products), so you can go from takeoff to order in just a few clicks.

Connect to your distributor and start ordering through Hover:

Shaping the workflow for the modern restoration professional through the storm and beyond.

Hover is designed with flexibility in mind, so you can use the platform whenever and however it fits your workflow. Some of our features you may find most convenient are highlighted below:

No cost until you're ready to submit the project! Follow the steps below to complete a Photos Only submission.

1) Start a new project

2) Enter property details

You will be directed to add details about the project, such as:

3) Take photos

Our in-app photo guide will pop up first with some "best practices" and safety reminders. Once you've reviewed them all, click Continue and Start capture.

Simply tap any spot on the grid to get started!

4) Order the Hover 3D data

When you are ready to order, you can do so from either the web or mobile app.

From the web app:

From the mobile app:

We’ve spent years developing our partnership with two of the top estimatics platforms in the industry: Verisk and Cotality. We are proud to offer robust integrations with both Xactimate and Claims Workspace - free of charge.

Once the integrations are set up, you can seamlessly import Hover property data directly into your claim with just a few clicks.

This data package includes:

Turn every appointment into a polished, confidence-building experience.

From the very first impression to closing the deal, Hover equips you with the tools to win - Whether they’re looking to repair damage or simply refresh the look of their home.

Review the resources below for additional best practices so you are prepared for anything:

This 10 minute course walks through everything Instant Design has to offer.

This 2 minute video walks through Instant Design's inspiration feature.

This 2 minute video shows how to customize an instant design.

This article contains best practices for exterior property submissions.

Hover makes it fast and easy for contractors and homeowners to capture everything needed before the job even starts. Send a Hover Invite directly to a homeowner or professional partner via the mobile or web app, and in-app guides will support the recipient as they complete the photo documentation.

They’ll get a guided experience in the app - and you’ll get fast, organized results.

With Hover in hand, you can turn a standard appointment into an interactive, visual experience that gets homeowners excited about their project - and confident about working with you!

Here are some field-tested tips to help you get the most out of every onsite appointment:

For the best report results, follow our Exterior Capture Best Practices to ensure your photos are spot-on and your reports come back faster.

We’ve spent years building partnerships with the industry’s top construction platforms - all to make your jobs simpler and faster. By leveraging our integrations, you can seamlessly import property data right into your preferred systems; eliminating repetitive work and reducing errors.

Below are guides for some of our most popular, partner-built integrations. Want to see everything we connect with? Check out our full integration suite.

If you already have a Hover account manager, reach out to them for more help. Don't have a Hover account manager? No problem - our support team can help!