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    Construction Contract Types: Pros and Cons

    November 2, 2021

    While there are many contract clauses that can be used in construction contracts, there are really only four main contract types: time and materials, lump sum, cost-plus, and guaranteed maximum price. The differences between these contract types are subtle, but if you know what to look for, it’s easy to distinguish one from the other. […]

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    Bidding Checklist for GCs & Subcontractors

    October 26, 2021

    There are a lot of components to create a winning bid, and if you’re always scrambling to get information for a bid and wish there was a detailed list of what you needed to know to bid on a project, we’ve created a solution for you! This is a checklist to help you identify projects […]

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    Ways to Find Subcontractors for Out of Town Work

    October 22, 2021

    If you’re expanding to a new location or bidding on work outside of your usual service area, it can be tough to find subcontractors to bid construction projects. You need to find reliable subs who will bid the work and provide quality performance for your customer. But you also need to find subs who can […]

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    Scaling Your Construction Business

    October 19, 2021

    Are you ready to take on larger construction projects, but don’t know exactly how or where to start? This article will prepare you to take on bigger projects, make bigger profits, and help you know where to find them. What is a scale in construction? In very general terms ‘scale’ refers to an item’s size […]

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    What Contractors Need to Know About Green Building

    October 5, 2021

    Wondering what a green building project is? You’re not alone! However, as the construction industry continually moves toward sustainable solutions and reducing waste, green building is something all contractors should be aware of. Green building has been increasing in popularity over the past 20 years and more projects are constructing using green building standards or […]

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    10 Things Successful General Contractors Do

    September 28, 2021

    Every contractor wants to be successful. Despite current setbacks in the industry like labor and material shortages, there are still several ways for contractors to create a growing and thriving business. According to Dennis Engelbrecht, a senior consultant at The Family Business Institute, there are 10 characteristics that mark successful contractors. If you’re looking for […]

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    Improving the Accuracy of Subcontractor Bids

    September 22, 2021

    With a tight construction market, every penny counts. Subcontractors must make sure their bid is as accurate as possible to keep their companies competitive. Turning in a bid that isn’t accurate is like throwing money down the drain. Use these tips to help improve the accuracy of your next construction project bid. Use software to […]

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    How You Can Become a Successful Subcontractor

    September 22, 2021

    Becoming an official and licensed subcontractor takes a tremendous amount of effort and a small touch of luck. The importance of the job requires earning the necessary certifications that take a number of lengthy steps. Many states have their own chosen criteria, but generally speaking, the going standard is hours of time spent in multiple […]

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    How to Find Professional Cleaning Subcontractors

    September 22, 2021

    When we think of a construction project, we may think of just the niche subcontractors who come together to work on it, such as the electricians, plumbers, drywall hangers, and concrete professionals. However, there are additional professionals that are just as impactful to project completion. Hiring a cleaning professional to remove and clean the debris […]

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    How to Find Quality Subcontractors to Bid on a Project

    September 22, 2021

    If you struggle to get bids from quality subcontractors, you’re not alone. It’s hard to tell from a bid the quality of work the subcontractor will provide, how you’ll get along with them, and if they have the financial capacity to take on a project. On bid day, it’s a scramble to find the best […]

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