How do you know for certain that you’re growing your painting company the right way? It’s a tough question to answer. It requires you to look at every aspect of your business. From bidding to… Read More »Maximizing profitability: Job costing tips for painting contractors
Matching exceptional decision-making with good old-fashioned elbow grease, electricians are a true mix of brains and brawn. It’s this unique skill set that’s propelling the electrical trade as one of the fastest-growing industries in the… Read More »How to bid electrical jobs
In the construction industry, one of the biggest challenges is ensuring everything and everyone is in the right place at the right time. For this reason, effective scheduling can make or break a project. A… Read More »Making a construction schedule: Construction scheduling basics
Legendary NFL head coach Bill Parcells famously said, “you are what your record says you are.” Numbers don’t lie, and results often speak for themselves. As a construction contractor, you should know what your record… Read More »Construction financials 101: Understanding financial statements
Construction document management is a process for organizing, storing, and facilitating all relevant documents used throughout construction projects. This includes contracts, blueprints, permits, payment applications, change orders, RFI’s, and more. At least ten core document… Read More »Construction document management: How to streamline your projects
Purchase orders and invoices are two critical documents used in the construction industry. Both the purchase order and the invoice play an essential role in the procurement process, yet they are often confused and misunderstood.… Read More »Purchase order vs. Invoice: Everything you need to know
Creating accurate, timely bids is one of the most essential components for any contracting or construction business. Nonetheless, the construction bidding process is not as straightforward as it may seem, even if you use construction… Read More »How to master the construction bidding process
Construction project owners typically have a large number of proposals to choose from, so it’s crucial that when submitting your own, you provide a comprehensive construction proposal that is detailed, professional, and comprehensive. A key… Read More »Construction bid proposal checklist for contractors
One of the greatest military minds in all of history, Sun Tzu famously said, “Every battle is won before it’s ever fought.” The outcomes of battles are determined by the preparations and strategies put in… Read More »Mastering the construction budget: A contractors guide
As a critical part of any project, construction purchase orders serve to bind together buyers and sellers in a way that encourages trust. As a specialty contractor, you’ll likely find yourself as a buyer in… Read More »Understanding construction purchase orders