Sergio vs Housecall Pro
Why window cleaning businesses need an industry-specific business management software, not generic home services platforms
The Key Differences
Housecall Pro is great for HVAC and plumbing, but lacks critical features for window cleaning
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Why Window Cleaners Choose Sergio
1. Industry-Specific Workflows
Housecall Pro was built for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work. Window cleaning requires different workflows: story count pricing, glass rail measurements, weather-dependent scheduling. Sergio handles these natively, not through awkward workarounds.
2. True Offline Functionality
Sergio's iOS app works completely offline with Core Data sync. Housecall Pro requires constant internet connectivity. When you're 30 feet up cleaning windows in areas with poor cell reception, offline mode isn't optional. It's essential.
3. No Hidden Fees or Add-Ons
Housecall Pro charges extra for SMS, payment processing has higher fees, and many features require premium tiers. Sergio includes everything at one price: SMS reminders, standard payment processing, QuickBooks sync, customer portal. No surprises.
4. Built by Someone Who Gets It
The founder of Sergio has over a decade of window cleaning experience. Every feature was designed to solve real problems from the field. Housecall Pro is venture-backed software built for growth, not for the nuances of your specific trade.
Real-World Cost Comparison
See how much you can save by switching to Sergio
Solo Operation (1 user)
Save $23/mo ($276/year) with Sergio Starter, plus get route optimization and window-specific features Housecall Pro doesn't offer.
Small Team (2-4 users)
Save $24/mo ($288/year) with Sergio
Growing Team (10 users)
Save $119/mo ($1,428/year) with Sergio
Established Company (20 users)
Contact us for Enterprise pricing with dedicated support
Watch Out for Hidden Costs
Per-user fees: HCP MAX plan includes 8 users, then $35/user beyond. A 15-user team costs $544/mo vs Sergio Business at $250/mo.
No route optimization: HCP only shows drive time visualization. Actual route optimization requires third-party integration (Beeline Routes).
Limited offline: HCP app can view job data offline but cannot edit. Jobs must be pre-loaded while online. Not truly offline-first.
QuickBooks on Essentials+: QuickBooks integration requires Essentials ($149/mo) or higher. Sergio Professional starts at $125/mo founder pricing with QuickBooks included.
Ready for Software Built for Window Cleaners?
Join window cleaning professionals who switched from Housecall Pro and saved thousands per year. Try the interactive demo, no credit card required.
“Housecall Pro was built for HVAC techs, not window cleaners. When you're quoting a 40-story building, you need story-count pricing and weather forecasts built in, not bolted on as expensive add-ons. That's why I built Sergio from scratch for our industry.”