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Understanding the Bedrock of Construction Profitability: The Critical Role of Job Costing
Job costing is far more than an accounting exercise
The End-of-Summer Bidding Reset: Win More Jobs This Fall Without Burning Out
Summer is the grind season. The phone rings nonstop, you throw bids together, and before you know it your calendar is packed. But as summer winds down, things slow just enough to catch your breath. That makes it the perfect time for a bidding reset. If you are like most contractors, your bidding process got […]
Summer’s Over, But the Bills Aren’t: How Contractors Can Manage Cash Flow Into Fall
Summer is the big season for most contractors. The days are long, the weather is better, and the work is steady. But when fall comes around, the phone can slow down. Jobs are still out there, but the rush is over. Meanwhile, the bills never stop. Payroll, equipment payments, insurance, and truck notes keep rolling […]
Did You Make Any Money This Summer? Here’s How to Know for Sure
Summer is usually the busiest time of year for contractors. Crews are working long hours, the jobs keep rolling in, and the heat is brutal. But now that the dust is settling, here is the question that really matters: did you make any money? It is easy to assume that if your crew stayed busy […]
How to Find the Right Subcontractors Without Getting Burned
Hiring subcontractors can make or break your job. Pick the wrong one, and you might not just lose money – you could damage your relationship with the GC or owner and slam the door shut on future work. In this edition of ProfitDig Live, Chris Work, Jeff Spencer, and Jerry Work talk through how to […]
How to Build Better Construction Bids (Without Getting Burned)
New to the construction game and trying to win work? Your bid proposal isn’t just about pricing – it’s your first line of defense against scope creep, lost profit, and future headaches. In this edition of ProfitDig Live, Chris Work, Jeff Spencer, and Jerry Work lay out real-world advice on how to craft solid construction […]
How to Negotiate Equipment Prices Like a Pro: A Guide for New Contractors
Thinking about buying your first piece of heavy equipment? Welcome to the next level of being a contractor – but also, get ready for some sticker shock. These machines aren’t cheap, and thanks to inflation, even used gear can cost a small fortune. But that doesn’t mean you have to overpay. In this article, we’re […]
You Can’t Manage What You Don’t Track: Why Small Contractors Must Track Job Costs
Let’s say you just finished a job. You paid your guys. You bought the materials. And now you’re looking at your bank account wondering where the profit went. That’s what happens when you don’t track your job costs. What Is Job Costing? Job costing means keeping track of what you spend on each job – […]
3 Ways to Screw Up Your Bids Without Even Trying
Bidding a job can make or break your business. Get it right, and you profit. Get it wrong, and you’re working for free. Here are three ways contractors mess up bids – without even realizing it. 1. Guessing on Labor Labor is the biggest cost on most jobs. But too many contractors just guess how […]
Getting Licensed as a Mechanical Contractor – Everything You Should Know
You’re a contractor and you want to go wide and expand what you‘re offering to your clients. That’s commendable! But obtaining a license as a mechanical contractor can lead to higher-value work, pretty much guaranteeing you a lucrative career. But to get to that point, you need a licence to prove your technical skills and […]
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