Migration guide
How to switch from Markate to Jobber
A step-by-step playbook for migrating your all-in-one data, team, and workflows from Markate ($19/mo) to Jobber ($29/mo).
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Why teams switch from Markate to Jobber
Markate is strong on very affordable and recurring jobs built in, but teams often hit limits on smaller integration list. Jobber addresses this — it's best for owner-operators and crews of 2–15 in trades and home services.
From
Markate
$19/mo
To
Jobber
$29/mo
7-step migration plan
- 1
Export your data from Markate (contacts, jobs, invoices, payments) as CSV files.
- 2
Sign up for Jobber — most teams use the free trial to test the migration safely.
- 3
Clean your CSVs: dedupe contacts, standardize phone numbers, fix date formats.
- 4
Import customers and historical jobs into Jobber. Match custom fields carefully.
- 5
Run Markate and Jobber in parallel for 1–2 weeks so your team can validate data.
- 6
Train your office staff and field crews on the new Jobber workflows.
- 7
Cancel Markate once you've confirmed all reporting and integrations work.
What you'll gain with Jobber
- Excellent mobile apps for field crews
- Built-in payments and automated follow-ups
- Client hub for self-serve quote approvals
- Strong integrations with QuickBooks
Ready to switch?
Start a free trial of Jobber — most teams run it alongside Markate for 1–2 weeks before fully cutting over.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to switch from Markate to Jobber?+
Most teams complete migration in 1–3 weeks: data export, import/cleanup, team training, and a parallel-run period. Larger teams (10+ users) typically need 4–6 weeks.
Can I import my Markate data into Jobber?+
Jobber accepts CSV imports for contacts, jobs, and invoices. Export from Markate, clean the file, then import. Custom field mappings may require their support team for accounts >5,000 records.
Why switch from Markate to Jobber?+
Common reasons: owner-operators and crews of 2–15 in trades and home services. Plus better pricing fit ($29/mo vs $19/mo) and feature differences in all-in-one.
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