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How to Write a Contractor Proposal That Wins More Jobs

Learning how to write a contractor proposal can help you win more jobs. Organized and comprehensive proposals ensure customers understand the cost of the project and the value you provide.

9 min read
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Deck Job Estimating 101: How Contractors Can Price Jobs for Profit 

Your success as a decking contractor depends heavily on the accuracy of your estimating. And it’s not just accuracy. The numbers have to make sense in terms of profitability and competitiveness.

7 min read
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How to Get a Roofing License: Requirements, Steps, and Tips 

Curious about how to get a roofing license or why you need a license in the first place? Learn what it takes to become a licensed roofer and why that piece of paper matters.

8 min read
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Contractor Pricing Guide: Step-by-Step Formula for Small Jobs 

In this contractor pricing guide, we're giving you a rock-solid formula to follow. We're taking it all back to basics so you can charge clients a fair figure that protects your bottom line.

8 min read
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How to Get Your HVAC License: A Simple Guide for Contractors

Wondering how to get an HVAC license? This guide will walk you through the different types of licenses, how requirements vary by state or province, and the steps you’ll need to take to earn yours.

9 min read
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What Is a Construction Material Takeoff? 

The margin for error is small in construction. One wrong measurement can eat into your profit or delay the job. That's where a takeoff for construction comes in. Find out what a takeoff is.

6 min read
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How to Bid on Plumbing Jobs in 10 Steps 

Are you puzzled by how to bid a plumbing job or why it’s even important? This article removes the mystery and gives you a step-by-step process for bidding plumbing projects.

9 min read
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The Best Estimating and Invoicing Software for Contractors 

Technology is critical for running a modern contracting business. One of the most crucial is an estimating and invoicing platform. Your business needs a solution to support workflows and efficiency.

9 min read
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Estimating by Hand vs. Software: A Contractor’s Guide to Free Templates and Smarter Tools

Keep reading to learn whether an estimating template vs. software is best for your needs. We’ll explore the pros and cons of each method so you can see which one works for creating your estimates.

7 min read
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How to Calculate a Lawn Care Estimate (with Lawn Care Price Charts) 

In this article, you’ll learn how to estimate lawn care pricing using different strategies. We’ll look at creating a lawn care estimate by yard size as well as by the hour and other methods.

9 min read
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