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TidyBoss vs BuildWire Calc

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TidyBoss compared with BuildWire Calc
DetailTidyBoss logo TidyBossBuildWire Calc logo BuildWire Calc
What it doesFree home maintenance tools and guides for homeowners Offline calculators for electricians, builders and HVAC technicians
StageStartup Not given
Founded2025 Not given
Based inCA US
Pricing modelFree Freemium
PricingNot given Free: nine calculators (voltage drop, Ohm's law, watts to amps, concrete slab, roof pitch, board feet, BTU, CFM, BTU to kW), no time limit. Pro: $9.99 per year or $19.99 lifetime (one payment, no renewal).
Key features
  • Appliance age decoder for refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, disposals, water heaters, and furnaces
  • Home maintenance budget calculator to estimate annual upkeep costs
  • HVAC filter size finder with MERV rating guidance
  • Repair vs replace calculator comparing costs and remaining lifespan
  • Appliance-specific serial number location guides
  • Comparison guides for major home systems
  • Appliance lifespan and replacement cost database
  • Blog with home maintenance guides and research findings
  • Original research data from anonymized appliance-lookup information
  • Support for major appliance brands including GE, Whirlpool, Samsung, LG, Frigidaire, and Bosch
  • Wire sizing and voltage drop calculations
  • Conduit fill and box fill calculations
  • Offline operation with no network required
  • Transparent calculation steps and NEC warnings
  • Job organization and PDF/CSV export
  • Motor and generator sizing calculators
  • Power and conversion calculators
  • Building calculations for concrete and roof pitch
  • No ads and no account required
  • Private with data staying on device
What makes it different
  • Free access with no account required or paywalls
  • Serial decoders cross-checked against manufacturer data
  • Content dated and sourced from trusted organizations like NAHB, NFPA, DOE, EPA, ASHI, and NAR
  • Practical, calm, non-fear-based approach to home maintenance
  • Original research published from own appliance-lookup data
  • Works completely offline with no network or cellular signal required
  • Private by design with no account, no ads, and calculations never leaving your device
  • Shows exact NEC formulas and calculation steps so you can verify results before fieldwork
  • Over 35 specialized calculators covering electrical, building and HVAC trades
  • Tested code with automated tests against independently worked examples
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)6 −1 (down) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)40
Citation Flow (Majestic)2113
Referring domains (Majestic)71

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