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PlanHub Named Top Construction Estimating Software in 2026

Every solid build starts long before boots hit the ground. If the preconstruction phase is messy, rushed, or scattered, the rest of the job usually follows. That’s why PlanHub exists. We built it to make bidding simpler, faster, and more reliable for the people actually doing the work — general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers who […]

  • General Contractors

    How to Start a Landscaping Business

    June 20, 2022

    Do you like to get your hands dirty in the soil? Do you enjoy working outside with plants and trees? Starting a landscaping business is a great way to do what you love and make money doing it. Before you get started, though, let’s look at the steps you need to take to start your […]

  • General Contractors

    How to Bid a Metal Roofing Job

    June 15, 2022

    Metal roofing is popular throughout the United States, including states like Florida, Pennsylvania, California, New York, North Carolina, and Texas. It is used on both residential and commercial roofing and is renowned for its durability and long life. Roofing contractors and metal contractors looking to bid these projects must know how to properly estimate and […]

  • Subcontractors

    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 […]

  • General Contractors

    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 […]

  • Subcontractors

    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 […]

  • General Contractors

    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, […]

  • General Contractors

    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 […]

  • General Contractors

    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 […]

  • Product Update

    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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