Customer Success Story - Guaranteed Services LLC
With over 18 years of experience, Reginald Bell started Guaranteed Services LLC as a one-man show providing a range of services. Priding himself on making every customer feel like family, he worked...
Customer Success Stories - Fitts Construction
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After Kathy inherited her husband’s General Contracting and Remodelling business, Fitts Construction, in 2021, she was thrown into the world of construction without prior experience. As she began to...
The 7 most popular tools among contractors
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The construction industry has lagged in adopting technology, but things are changing fast. Many contractors are discovering the value of digital tools, apps and platforms on-site and off. We’re very...
What’s Actually Happening in Construction Tech?
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If you’re like most people, you know that tech is one of the hottest industries out there. But the funny thing about the tech business is that it’s really not just one thing.
Patriot Fencing and Construction got its second wind with CostCertified
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Che Whitaker is the owner of Patriot Fencing and Construction, a family and veteran-owned fencing company in Wichita Falls, Texas. They specialize in residential fencing and outdoor construction...
Customer Success Stories - Bigfoot Decks & More LLC
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Taylor Hix’s path to success with Bigfoot Decks & More LLC wasn’t a straight line. In fact, it all started about four years ago with a different company and a different partner.
Get funding to grow your business
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Construction is a fast-paced, ever-changing industry. A day, you're just getting started with a few tasks, and the next, you've got an overflowing order book and an uncontrollable job schedule. It's...
How to Start a Construction Company
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A construction company is one of the few businesses that you can see go from a brand-new micro-enterprise to a major business in just a few short years. However, while it’s possible to grow a...
How to Make a Construction Project Schedule
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In the construction world, time really is money. Every day and even every hour that you spend on site that hasn’t been included in your quote will cut into your profits. The best way to ensure you...
Create conceptual 3D home designs in less than 2 hours
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As you already know you can now draw and design your home project with Cedreo and upload it on CostCertified to build an accurate estimate.
Will Construction Costs Go Down in 2022?
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Many people are wondering, will construction costs go down in 2022? After all, we’ve seen record spikes in the price of building materials like lumber and shortages of many other products due to...
CostCertified has proudly launched Android and iOS Apps
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You can now build your interactive estimates directly from your phone! Download our new app and enjoy all the new features. 🔥
What Is Construction Factoring?
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As a construction business owner, you know
precisely how vital cash flow is
. Keeping your construction business cash flow positive means everything. Even if you have a full order book, you can still...
Why You Need Residential Construction Estimating Software That Gives Clients Options
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Whether you’ve been in the residential construction and remodeling world for one year or a decade, you know that customers very seldom know what they want. Trying to get a clear list of their wants...
How to Build Health and Safety Costs Into Your Residential Construction Estimating Software
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If you work in the construction industry, you already know that health and safety regulations are strict and getting stricter all the time. That’s not unreasonable. While most on-site injuries for...
How to Find the Best Remodelling Estimating Software
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We speak to a lot of people who are looking for remodeling estimating software and residential construction estimating software. Many of those people have already tried other platforms and found that...
Your guide to the latest construction technology trends
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Over the course of 2022, the global construction industry is likely to grow to about $10.5 trillion. If you're a contractor working in the construction and remodeling sector, it's critical that you...
7 Ways to Increase Construction Business Profits
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Starting a construction business is no joke. It takes hard work, long hours and a whole lot of dedication. If you do it right, though, construction businesses can grow quickly, and when they do, you...
How to Hire a Construction Estimator in a Difficult Job Market
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You’ve probably heard the stories and read the headlines. The “great resignation” has emptied offices everywhere, and companies are struggling more than ever to hire great people.
How to Get More Out of Your Fencing Estimating Software
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If you’ve got fencing estimating software, or you’re considering investing in some, you might think that’s all you need. However, while it’s true that good fencing estimating software can help you to...
What Should Your Fencing Estimate Always Have
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Whether you’ve been in the fence business for years or are just starting out, you know that every season is going to bring a few surprises. No matter how much you dial in your fencing estimates and...
9 Ways Material List Software Can Help Your Construction Company
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If you’re still estimating based on square feet rates or using spreadsheets that have ten different pages that you need to add manually, cut and paste or print individually, then you’re probably not...
Why Bathroom Remodelling Software Is a Good Investment
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f you’re like many construction company owners, you don’t mind spending money on equipment and vehicles, but when it comes to intangible things like software and digital marketing, you’re a...
9 Must Have Features Your Roof Estimating Software Needs to Have
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People who aren’t in the roof industry don’t understand just how complex nearly every roof is. There are hips, valleys, and gables. You need to consider cover widths, overlaps, and flashings for...
8 Ways to Get More Jobs for Your Construction Company
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Whether you’re just starting out or have been in business for a few years, you know that a steady stream of projects is what you need to succeed in the construction business. You need to make sure...
7 Types of Software Every Contractor Should be Using
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Most contractors are creatures of habit. You probably have at least a few tools in your toolbox that have been there for years but that you’d never dream of replacing. There are probably a few...
How Supply Chains Are Affecting Construction Material Prices and How to Protect Your Bottom Line
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To say that the past couple of years have been tumultuous would be quite an understatement. It would be more accurate to say that they’ve been some of the most challenging humanity has lived through...
10 Reasons Contractors Benefit from CostCertified
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Taking the leap and adopting residential construction estimating software is a big step for any company. Whether you’re a subcontractor, a renovator, or a home builder, making a change like this...
The Magic of Assemblies
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No matter what kind of construction or contracting business you have, giving your customer quotes on work they want done is a critical part of the construction business process.
Change Orders 101
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In a perfect world, the job we do would match the one we quoted exactly. Every dimension would line up exactly, every assumption would be correct, and no one would ever change their mind.
CostCertified Gives Contractors a New Way to Finance Growth
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Calgary, Alberta: CostCertified, a Calgary based start-up that is revolutionizing not only how construction cost estimating software works but how people get construction quotes has just added a game...
Flexible Funding with CostCertified Capital
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The construction business is fast-paced and ever-changing. One day, you’re just starting out with a handful of projects, and the next, you have an order book that’s overflowing and a job schedule...
Buildertrend vs CoConstruct vs CostCertified
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Most construction company owners and managers these days realize that there is technology out there (like construction cost estimating software) that can help them to be more efficient and...
5 Secrets Contractors Use to Easily Run Their Remodeling Business
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The remodeling industry has grown a lot over the last five years, especially since the
onset of the pandemic
. With so many people spending more time at home, it's become essential for consumers to...
How to Make the Most Out of Your Contractor Estimating Software
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Did you know that the construction industry is
lagging significantly behind other sectors
in its use of digital tools?
What You Need to Know About Bathroom Remodeling Estimates
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Bathroom remodeling remains one of the best decisions that you can make for your home.
How to Get a Fair Home Remodeling Estimate
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Remodeling your home is a labor of love that can pay off if you go about it correctly.
How to Make the Most of Contractor Estimating Software
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Are you struggling to drive revenue with your construction business? According to survey results,
almost 1 in 3 contractors
make less profit than expected based on their estimates.
How Roofing Estimating Software Can Help No Matter What Material You’re Using
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If you're a professional roofer, you need to have access to all of the tools you need to do your job well. When you want to do quality business, the software is the cornerstone.
What Is the Best Construction Estimating Software for You?
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Are you on the hunt for construction estimating software?
6 Ways Bathroom Estimating Software Streamlines Your Process
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Bathroom remodels were incredibly popular in 2020, with home spending up by 50%, and
30% of improvements
happening in the bath or powder room.
Remodeling Estimating Software: Don't Plan Your Remodel Without It
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Did you know that the North American remodeling market is predicted to expand to
$1,013 billion by 2026
?
Residential Construction Estimating Software- A Win for Contractor and Customers
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Customer experience is everything. See why residential construction estimating software is a winning solution for both contractor and the customer.
How Remodeling Estimating Software Plays a Major Role in Growing a Remodeling Business
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With a
market size
of $97 billion and around 455,608 businesses, home remodeling is a large industry across the US. As a renovations contractor, this means that you have a lot of competition to crush...
7 Factors to Consider When Choosing Construction Estimating Software
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Finding estimating software for your construction business requires knowing your options. Consider these factors when choosing construction estimating software.
Create A Virtual Showroom Right Within Every Estimate By Providing Real-Time Selections
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Do you sell custom cabinets and want an easier way to create accurate estimates? Imagine a scenario where you have a customer walk into your showroom... it's the wife looking at cabinets while her...
JKS Contracting - Remodelling Company Looking To Streamline Their Current Estimating Process...
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JKS Contracting - Wisconsin (Jeffrey Slachetka)
Challenge:
Basement Builders - Looking to Send Fast, Accurate Estimates with Real-time Upgrades...
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Basement Builders - Calgary (Mathew Ashley)
Profile Cabinetry looking to streamline estimating & create a better buying experience for customers
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Profile Cabinetry - Toronto
The Buying Experience for the Consumer in Residential Construction Sucks
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It's a big problem in a very big industry.
Turn Your Boring Construction Estimates Into A Beautiful, eCommerce Buying Experience
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A lot of people ask us, "What exactly is CostCertified?"
Better Construction Proposal Software - Digital, Interactive Proposals That Will Wow Your Customer
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Most construction proposals (estimates) are not very nice. Yes, I'm being blunt but I'm sure you'd agree. And if they are nice, it is taking way too long to get them to that point. So almost every...
Replace Allowance Pricing with Real-Time Upgrades - Best Alternative to Allowance Pricing
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Most contractors use allowance pricing for their finishes which create problems right from the start. The consumer agrees to a price (i.e. kitchen renovation for $35,000) but then later makes their...
Digital Construction Estimate Software - Wow Your Customers!
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Most construction software still use static estimates that are sent by an email attachment. We are in 2020 so you'd think construction estimates would be digitized, right? Everyone expects technology...
CostCertified Vs. BuilderTrend Vs. CoConstruct
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Most general contractors know about BuilderTrend and now most are starting to hear about CoConstruct. There's plenty more
construction estimating software
out there but lately it seems in residential...
The Next Evolution of Construction Retail Is Here
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Right now the experience for the consumer when getting a new home built or renovation/remodeling job done is very inefficient. The estimate they get is usually static, unclear, and lacking detail....
Estimating, Re-Estimating & Change Orders Kill A Business - How to Make Them Painless & Automated
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I was talking to a good friend of mine the other day who's the Chief at a fire station but on the side builds custom homes and does custom remodeling and renovations. He does really good work but...
Best Residential Remodeling Construction Estimating Software
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If you are running a remodeling or renovation company then you probably know the biggest pain points are:
Construction Payment Fulfillment & Automation - Facilitating Payments Through Escrow
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One of the hardest things for any home builder or medium to large sized renovation company is the handling of payments & invoices. If you employ a lot of subcontractors then you know firsthand the...
Close More Construction Jobs By Responding to Leads Faster Using Our Built-In CRM Tool For Free
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Growing a business can be challenging even in the best of times. There's so much you need to do to make it happen. From the business process to generating leads to providing quotes to closing deals...
How Online, Interactive Construction Quotes & Estimates Can Increase Your Profit
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Until now, every construction software available only lets you send static proposals. Don't get me wrong, some of them can be very nice looking and digital but they are still static. What I mean is...
Why Fast Accurate Construction Estimates Win More Jobs
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As a general contractor running a renovation company or custom home building company you most likely want to win more projects, right? More than likely, your potential customer is getting more than...