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PlanHub's General Contractor Directory for Subcontractors

In the construction industry, building strong connections is key to success. At PlanHub, our core mission is to help subcontractors connect with General Contractors (GCs) and Suppliers in their local markets. However, we recognize that the existing process requires subcontractors to first interact with a posted project before they can connect with the associated GCs […]

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    How to Find Roofing Jobs as a Subcontractor

    June 5, 2022

    If you are looking to be hired as a roofing subcontractor, you need to reach out to general contractors who are bidding work on subcontractor bidding sites. Finding roofing project leads starts with having an online presence, networking, and using online construction bidding sites like PlanHub. 1. Get a well-designed website All contractors should have […]

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    Construction Contractor Insurance: Coverage, Types, and Costs

    June 3, 2022

    Construction contractors deal with risk on a daily basis. Insurance helps cushion the blow of losses or construction site hazards. To illustrate the importance of insurance, most states require that general contractors purchase insurance before becoming licensed. However, there are several types of insurance that contractors can purchase. We’ve created a list of the most […]

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    How to Bid Electrical Jobs & Work

    May 10, 2022

    Creating a bid for electrical work begins by choosing the right project. Then review the bid documents, do a quantity takeoff, request quotes from suppliers, then estimate your labor and overhead and profit margin. You next create the proposal, review it, and submit it to the general contractor or project owner. In this article, we […]

  • Subcontractors

    How to Bid Plumbing Work

    May 5, 2022

    Bidding plumbing work begins with selecting the right project to bid on. Bid lead sites like PlanHub can help plumbing contractors find projects that fit their plumbing services and skills in their geographical area. Next, you’ll review the bid documents for the plumbing job, perform a quantity plumbing takeoff, request quotes from your suppliers, estimate […]

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    6 Common Construction Challenges and How to Overcome Them

    May 1, 2022

    General contractors (GCs) face many challenges in their day-to-day work. From low quality subcontractors to cash flow problems and a labor shortage, GCs are vulnerable to added costs creeping into their low profit margins. Construction site hazards are also a big problem and should be addressed before the project starts. By addressing these challenges proactively, […]

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    What Is Builders Risk Insurance?

    April 29, 2022

    Construction is a risky business. There are always construction challenges that arise, and there’s always a chance that Mother Nature or another actor may damage the work in progress. Builders risk insurance offers protection while projects are under construction, protecting both the owner and the contractors from loss or damage. What is builders risk insurance? […]

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    5 Types of Construction Contracts That Every General Contractor Should Know

    April 13, 2022

    The construction industry uses a variety of agreements depending on the project’s budget, delivery, scope, and schedule. While there are various types of construction contracts, there are really only five main types. These construction contract types are used at every level of any construction project. Just like the wide range of construction marketing ideas, construction contracts […]

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    7 Questions a Builder Should Ask a Client Before Every Project

    April 6, 2022

    Before beginning any type of construction contract or project, contractors need important information from their potential clients. By gathering this information upfront, they can ensure their clients a good experience with as little stress as possible. Contractors can also use this information to provide optimal experiences and improve client satisfaction. 1. What are your goals […]

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    What’s New: Faster project search has arrived

    March 30, 2022

    Our Latest Update Subcontractors can now find relevant projects faster with enhanced search and overall improved projects list performance. The Issue Finding the right projects for your business can be challenging if you don’t have the right tools to easily and quickly filter by trade, location, construction and project type, and bid due date. And […]

				
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