Why entrepreneurs are switching from Excel to mycalc
📌Published December 2025, Last updated: 8.12.2025: Reading time: approx. 1-2 minutes
Many construction companies have used Excel for calculations for years. It is flexible – but also cumbersome, time-consuming and vulnerable to errors. In 2025, we see a clear shift: more contractors are switching to my calc – a modern, cloud-based tool designed for construction.
The challenge of Excel in construction projects
Many contractors have long used Excel for calculations , but it has several limitations.
Typical problems include:
Manual formulas and errors in spreadsheets
No common price bank or standard structure
Difficult to share files between employees and subcontractors
Missing version history
No automatic price updates
Example:
“We had five different Excel templates, and no one knew which one was the latest. A mistake in one cell could change the entire budget.”
What the contractors want
Most people who switch away from Excel don't do it because they want "yet another system" - but because they want control.
They will spend less time on administration and more time on the project. Faster calculations, updated prices and structured work make everyday life easier and more efficient.
The transition to my calc
When contractors switch from Excel to my calc , many challenges are solved. Here is a simple comparison:
| Before (Excel) | Now (mycalc) |
|---|---|
| Local files and manual formulas | Cloud-based access and automatic calculations |
| Outdated pricing information | Updated price bank linked to the market |
| Lack of structure | NS standards and ready-made templates |
| No traceability | Version history and real-time collaboration |
Example:
A medium-sized contractor in Trondheim reduced calculation time by 40% and increased the precision of quotes by 95% after switching to my calc.
What the contractors say
Many people see concrete results after the transition:
Why my calc gives better control
my calc is developed for the construction industry and gives you everything in one: calculation, price bank, recalculation and quote report - right in the cloud.
No installation
No updates
No hidden extras
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Experience the difference between manual spreadsheets and a tool that actually works for you:
In summary
Many contractors have long used Excel for costing , but it has several limitations. Manual formulas, outdated pricing information and a lack of structure make costing time-consuming and vulnerable to errors. The transition to my calc makes the process simpler, faster and more precise, while giving you better control and overview.
Advantages of mycalc:
Faster calculation: Reduces time spent on manual Excel sheets and provides more efficient processes.
More precise quotes: Automatic calculations and updated price database provide higher accuracy.
Better overview: Cloud-based access, version history, and ready-made templates provide structure and control.
Easier to scale: Works for small and large projects, with real-time collaboration and everything included in one license.
In short: my calc combines everything you need in one cloud-based system, makes calculations safer, faster and more professional, and allows you to spend more time on the project rather than administration.
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