What you'll accomplish
By the end of this guide, you'll have a ChatGPT Project configured specifically for your remodeling business — so every conversation starts with it already knowing your company name, your market, your typical project types, and your writing style. No more re-explaining yourself every time.
What you'll need
- A ChatGPT Plus account ($20/month at chat.openai.com)
- 15 minutes to write your setup instructions
- Time needed: 30 minutes total
- Cost: $20/month (ChatGPT Plus)
How-To Guide: Set Up ChatGPT as Your Dedicated Estimating Assistant
Step 1: Sign up for ChatGPT Plus
Go to chat.openai.com. If you don't have an account, click Sign up and create one. Once logged in, click your name in the bottom-left → Upgrade to Plus → enter your payment info. You'll have immediate access.
What you should see: The interface looks the same, but you'll see "GPT-4o" in the model selector at the top, and the left sidebar shows a Projects section.
Troubleshooting: If you don't see the Projects section, try refreshing the page or logging out and back in.