The ProfitDig Blog

Hiring for the Busy Season: Finding Good Workers in a Labor Shortage What contractors need to know to get the right people, right now. If you’ve been in construction for more than about five minutes, you already know the deal—when the weather turns nice, the work piles up. Jobs need to get done fast, but […]

Starting a construction business takes more than just skill with a hammer and a strong work ethic—you need money to get up and running. Trucks, tools, insurance, licensing fees, payroll, materials—it all adds up fast. If you don’t have a big pile of cash sitting around, you’ll need to find a way to finance your […]

So, you’ve put in the years—started as a laborer, worked your way up to operator, then foreman, maybe even superintendent. Now, you’re ready to call the shots and start your own construction company. Smart move—but let’s be real, the work you’ve been doing is nothing like the work you’re about to do. Running a business […]

Winter takes a toll on construction sites, equipment, and materials, and as the temperatures start to rise, it’s time to get back into full swing. But before you jump into your next project, some post-winter jobsite prep is essential. Taking the time to inspect, clean, and prepare can prevent costly delays and keep your crew […]

Winter takes a toll on construction sites, equipment, and materials, and as the temperatures start to rise, it’s time to get back into full swing. But before you jump into your next project, some post-winter jobsite prep is essential. Taking the time to inspect, clean, and prepare can prevent costly delays and keep your crew […]

In construction, one small mistake can cost you thousands—maybe even more. When you’re putting together a bid, it’s easy to focus on the pages that seem most relevant to your scope of work. But skipping over pages, even ones that don’t seem to apply to you at first glance, can lead to costly oversights. Jeff […]

If you’re new to the construction game, you’ve probably heard the term “change order” thrown around, but what exactly is it? Simply put, a change order comes into play once you’ve signed a contract with a general contractor (GC) or project owner. That contract locks in the scope of work you agreed to do for […]

Construction is tough work. Long hours, demanding physical labor, high-pressure deadlines, and job site hazards—it’s a career that takes a toll, both physically and mentally. Yet, for all the talk about safety and injury prevention, mental health often gets pushed aside. The reality is, construction workers face some of the highest rates of stress, anxiety, […]

Need to know how much your materials weigh before loading up the truck or planning your project? Our Material Weight Calculator makes it simple. Just select the type of material—whether it’s gravel, sand, asphalt, concrete, or soil—enter the volume in cubic feet, and hit “Calculate.” You’ll get an instant estimate of the total weight in […]

Starting a construction company is exciting, but when it comes to bidding on jobs, things can get tricky fast. It’s not just about throwing a number out there and hoping for the best. You need strategy, preparation, and a bit of street smarts to land the right projects and keep your business profitable. Jeff Spencer […]