The Number One Mistake New Painting Contractors Make: Underpricing
Learn the top mistake new painting contractors make: underpricing. Discover a simple pricing strategy to ensure profitability and growth.
Learn the top mistake new painting contractors make: underpricing. Discover a simple pricing strategy to ensure profitability and growth.
Discover strategies for service contractors to navigate economic uncertainties: diversify offerings, strengthen customer ties, and leverage...
Discover how customer follow-up transforms service contracting: builds trust, fosters loyalty, and drives growth through engagement and feedback.
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Unlock profit in home service with essential labor tracking and estimate management. Avoid underestimation, boost margins with Estimate Rocket tools.
Unlock the art of winning proposals: Simplify complexity with clear layouts, engaging designs, and strategic customization for success.
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Unlock Cash Flow Success: Strategies for Service Contractors - Learn to manage cash flow effectively for business success.
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Navigate last-minute discount requests as a trade contractor for client satisfaction and business profitability.
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Expand your service contracting business with this guide: SMART goals, ideal client focus, tech optimization, and more. Boost growth with Estimate...
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Explore Nexa's innovative answering services with David Lord and see how connection and improvement drive business growth.
Join Tom Droste on Estimate Rocket Radio to learn how to get prospects closer to "Yes," and why tools like Estimate Rocket can make or break your...
We chat with Zack Kenny about mastering the painting industry. Dive deep into his strategies, growth, and his journey to success. Don't miss out!
Join Estimate Rocket Radio as Kathleen & Chris chat with CEO Tom on effective meetings, team alignment, and business success from 35 years of...
Estimate Rocket Radio chat with Ryan Groff on building sales teams, transforming the construction industry, and sales event insights.
Here are seven ways estimating software can boost your company’s productivity and profits.
Explore insights from Brandon Lewis, a seasoned business strategist, as he reveals proven strategies to increase profit during challenging economic...
How do estimates, proposals, contractor bids, and quotes – and why does that matter for your bottom line?
How can contracting businesses close more sales? From building trust with customers to following up on proposals, here’s what you need to know.
According to Michael Gerber of the E-Myth, 40% of all businesses fail in the first year and 80% in the first five years. You have to be the right...
Putting intention into developing your company’s culture is hard. But companies who have a strong corporate culture outperform companies who don’t...
Create winning estimates with our checklist. Don't miss crucial details in your proposal.
Unlock Business Growth with SMART Goals | Set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound objectives.
What’s the best way to follow up with a potential client for general contractors? Here are some follow-up templates to use in your sales...
There’s a temptation to copy others in business. Keep your head down, and follow what everyone else is doing. You’ll hear it a lot out there — this...
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard about new AI tools like ChatGPT and their amazing abilities to imitate humanity. I mean, for all...
Getting an estimate right is one of the most challenging aspects of contracting work. Learn how to write up an estimate that’s accurate and...
Running a contracting business is hard enough in a strong economy, but when it’s tight, it requires way more than just technical skills and industry...
Alright, fellow business warriors — real talk time. We know that being an entrepreneur is no walk in the park. We've got our fair share of ups and...
We’ve got your guide to the pros and cons of maintaining a backlog in your service contracting business, and expert tips on how to best manage your...
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In this article, we’ll show you how to write a professional estimate that will help you win more business. Includes proposal examples.
Customer service is increasingly important in contracting projects. How can contractors improve their communication to ensure their clients are...
Looking for tips on how to grow your contracting business? We’ll cover everything you need to know, from financial planning to sales growth and...
Sustainable cash flows are the lifeblood of a successful construction company. How can you improve payments to free up more money and build your book...
Learn how to avoid mistakes that make messy change orders and cost you money.
So, how should important messages be communicated to the rest of the team in a way that gets the point across and receives a prompt response?
While the aim of estimating is to ensure you make a profit on every job, not every estimating strategy delivers the desired results.
Employee notifications and SMS / text alerts are now available in Estimate Rocket!
Estimate Rocket’s long awaited integration with CompanyCam is finally here!
Business owners are facing significant economic uncertainty. Rather than panicking, it’s time to create a strategic response for your business.
As inflation continues to increase and put pressure on homeowners and contractors alike, it's not uncommon to hear that your price is too high.
Hear our conversation with Brandon Lewis of the Painters Academy, who helps his clients build sales and marketing systems that help them set the...
We're joined by Ryan Amato, who shares how he decided his company needed to make a big turn, and how he inspired buy-in from his employees
Tom Droste, co-founder and CEO at Estimate Rocket, joins us for this special episode to talk about what to expect at the Vision Conference.
Business owners work hard for financial profit, just as athletes work hard at the gym. Listen to our conversation with Bevin Hernandez.
If you don't accept the trade-offs of a focused strategy, a drop-off is soon to follow as you reach what is called the "productivity frontier."
We talk about specific strategies and tactics for increasing sales in the coming year, and how to build the type of team to sell $1MM of business.
The Estimate Rocket Team tackles the hype game, how to succeed in a busy market, and some marketing tips for busy entrepreneurs.
Some entrepreneurs shy away from opinionated software, but business owners in any industry can learn how to wrap their processes around their...
In business, is it better to be the tortoise or the hare? We discuss finding balance between speed and strategy, burnout culture, and more.
The labor shortage is a hot topic. How can small businesses prosper during a time when it's difficult to hire?
Bevin Hernandez explains how Estimate Rocket is rivaling in the highly competitive landscape of SaaS software, and the evolution the company is going...
Nick May from the Pro Painter Network joins Tom Droste and Chris Shank from Estimate Rocket to discuss the benefits of Customer Management Systems.
Nancy Batista-Caswell joins us to talk about leadership through challenging times, the impact of COVID on different industries, and more.
Jim Kaloutas of Kaloutas Painting talks with us about how a flexible growth mindset allows you to channel the right kind of stress into successful...
Joel Shank of Fit To Champion joins us to talk about how maintaining one's physical health can impact business success for the better.
Corrie will discuss methods to cultivate healthy family relationships, improve employee and team engagement, and widen your network of connections.
When it comes to growing your company, working harder isn't always the answer. Hear our conversation with Corwin Smith from Transcend Growth Partners.
Tom Droste, CEO and founder of Estimate Rocket, and Chris Shank, Education Manager, talk about techniques for dealing with stress as a business owner.
Scott Palmer, Executive Director of the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston is our podcast guest this week on Estimate Rocket Radio.
As Estimate Rocket expands in additional markets worldwide, we’ve been taking a step back to assess how we can serve you better.
Ryan Groth, founder of Sale Transformation Group discusses all of the ways sales success can lead to more than just growth.
Eric Barstow, founder of Painting Business Pro, shares how he managed the growth of his business, and how his experience has helped him teach others.
Emily Howard, Editor-in-chief of American Painting Contractor magazine discusses the history of APC, resurgence of interest in the painting market,...
Discover some tips and tricks for knowing when to recruit and train new employees.
Discover the best ways to overset the cash flow blues as you enter the slow season.
In this episode, Ryan Parson, host of the Grow with the Bros podcast and founder and owner of Brothers That Just Do Gutters, talks about how to stand...
Ron Nezat of CTI of Acadiana and Decorative Concrete Engine discusses how he started multiple businesses and trains other entrepreneurs to do the...
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Nick May and Chris Shank of Pro Painter Network discuss the importance of loving the day-to-day work and how the right team and systems contribute to...
What's the best way to reach out to your customers in this post-COVID world? Here are a few tips from Estimate Rocket.
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Four ways to get your invoices paid faster and fix your cash flow problems.
Jay Blanco, co-owner of Fillo Painting, offers advice for how to work with family and shares how his company pivots quickly to find success in any...
Art Snarzyk of InnerView Advisors brings his expert knowledge to change the way you hire people for greater success and lower turnover.
Amanda Kelley of Kelley Painting Services discusses what it's like being a woman in the painting industry and why she always puts her employees first.
Do you want stability and predictability in your business? Nick Slavik knows how to make it happen and is ready to tell you how to do it.
Young business owner Noah Kanter shares how he found his way into the painting industry, and offers his advice to those who are just starting out.
Chris Shank of iMay Media brings a new perspective on how to view business right now and what business owners should be spending time on.
Miljce Donev, owner of FirstChoice Professional Painting, shares how he got into the painting industry and what he wishes he would have known as a...
Now that businesses are re-opening, here are precautions you should be taking to continue keeping your business, employees, and clients safe during...
Brandon Lewis of The Academy of Professional Painting Contractors offers practical advice for transitioning from residential painting to commercial...
Has your vision for your company been impacted by factors outside your control? Bill Silverman of Springboard Business Coach explains how to get back...
Andrew Amrhein from the Nolan Consulting Group offers the advice he gives to his current clients: it's time to "execute on your lifeboat strategy."
Tom Reber shares how to make virtual estimating work for your business and other practical steps for growing your brand during the pandemic.
Here’s how to make your team remote, from customer communication to collecting payments and beyond.
Government relief programs for service business and small business owners during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Free templates for service contractors to communicate with customers during COVID-19 changes.
Construction industry recruitment isn't always easy. Learn how to hire the right team for your business with these tips.
Learn how a well-rounded Customer Relationship Management (CRM) can give you a leg up in 2020. Convert your leads to sales by building relationships.
Estimate Rocket presents its 2019 Gift Guide with a collection of the best gifts for the busy construction manager in your life.
Find out why ransomware might be the biggest threat to your data and how you can protect it. Don't fall victim to a ransomware attack.
We sat down with Ryan Scritchlow to discuss how he started his hydroseeding and slab jacking businesses, tips for building community, and more.
Estimate Rocket’s Top Productivity Apps of 2019 | Estimate Rocket
Hear from Jerry Sargent about his businesses, Slabjack Geotechnical and Quality Concrete Coatings, and how he got started in the concrete industry.
When you provide great service, you stand out from your competition. It also increases trust, loyalty, and the likelihood that customers will...
We talked with Zach Poland about his business, Affordable Mudjacking Concrete Lifting, a mud and poly-jacking company in the Kansas City metro area.
Being profitable is more than figuring out job costs and calculating rates. It’s also critical to know how much you spend on expenses that aren’t...
Eliminating paper from your business may sound like a big undertaking, but it can be as easy as using a few apps and folders on your device.
Wouldn't you like to be able to accurately predict how much a job will cost? These steps will help you calculate labor and material production rates.
View Estimate Rocket’s 2018 Gift Guide to find the perfect gift for the contractor, homeowner, or tough-to-buy-for person on your list.
Learn how to figure out profit margins and job costs by reviewing aspects of jobs you've already completed, such as fully burdened labor costs and...
Finding and keeping employees can be a challenge for contractors, so we got insight from our customers on their strategies around hiring, culture,...
Your company passwords, email addresses, credit card numbers, and more can all be compromised in the blink of an eye. Here's how to keep your...
Kristen Ford-Hernandez tells us about Premiere Pros Painting & Carpentry, her home improvement company that specializes in cabinet refinishing and...
Accepting credit cards can make your company look more professional, streamline the payment process, and even encourage customers to spend more.
Torlando Hakes chats with us about Color Theory, his Indiana-based company that focuses on color consultation and residential repainting.
Several Estimate Rocket customers are successfully working with ICG, a 24/7 call center in Kansas that can handle all incoming prospect calls.
Finding ways to streamline your business processes can save you time and money. Estimate Rocket integrations can help.
Lisa Moon tells us about Paper Moon Painting, her residential painting company that also specializes in wallpapering, specialty finishes, and more.
Wondering how to get the word out about your business? We explore some easy methods, like using social media, attending trade shows, and more.
We sat down with Dave Freeburg, owner of 1-866-Slabjack, to discuss how his business started, advice for aspiring business owners, and more.
Gift-giving can be tough, but we’ve pulled together a list that should make it easier. View Estimate Rocket’s 2017 Gift Guide.
We sat down with Carles Pellicci IV to discuss how he started and grew his business, The Grout Doctor of Oakland; advice to new business owners; and...
Upselling is a great tool to make your business more profitable. It can even leave you with happier customers, but only if you know how to do it...
Mike Kremsreiter of DBK Painting shared his thoughts on the importance of work-life balance and embracing change to really grow a business.
By accepting credit and debit cards, you’re making it as easy as possible for your customer to take the action you want them to take: paying you!
Sales don't have to be high-pressure. A sale can and should be educational, build a relationship, and be worthwhile for both you and your customer.
Pam Stephens of Chesapeake Concrete Raising sat down with us to share how she and her husband built up their business to where they are today.
What are the advantages of cloud computing vs. storing all your information locally? Here’s how the cloud can benefit your business.
You can be both environmentally friendly and profitable. Here are some sustainable products and services you can offer your customers.
We spoke with Estimate Rocket customers about their experiences working with business coaches and business consultants. Here are some key takeaways.
Learn how you can connect your apps using Zapier to automate tasks like customer booking, maintaining schedules, accounting, and more.
The key to getting in front of people looking for the services you provide? Communication. Here are some tips on how to get new customers and keep...
During the slow season, take advantage of your extra time. Analyze how your business performed in the past to set yourself up for success in the...
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Getting a leg up on competition doesn't have to be expensive. Here are a few easy and cost effective ways to increase online visibility and sales.
We compiled a list of our favorite self-improvement apps that help us build better habits in areas from fitness to finances.
Providing exceptional customer service increases trust, customer loyalty, and the likelihood that customers will recommend you or your service.
In our ongoing series of Quotes to Live & Work By, we've included a few passages we hope will inspire you to see life a little differently.
We're always on the lookout for new ways to be productive. Here are nine productivity apps that help us stay organized and accomplish our goals.
In our ongoing series of Quotes to Live & Work By, we've included some quotes for life and business that we have found impactful and meaningful.
Going Paper-Less | Estimate Rocket
Pairing Estimate Rocket with the right call center ensures you never miss a prospect's call. Learn how they can increase ROI and personal...
Every day, people fall victim to attackers who steal their personal data right out from under them. Follow these tips to protect your business.
Estimate Rocket scheduling features include the ability to span tasks over multiple days, drag and drop functionality, color-coding for every...
By automatically staying in communication with your customers, you have more chances to stay on their mind and get them to sign on the dotted line.
Customer feedback has shown us that the end effect of using Estimate Rocket is improved cash flow.
Some entrepreneurs spend up to $300 per estimate because they don’t have time to train someone else to do it. Technology offers a better way.
By using Skitch, you can draw and write on photos to show customers exactly what you're proposing. Learn how to use Skitch in conjunction with...
Delivering professional, easy-to-read estimates to your prospective clients in a timely manner will increase your chances of closing a sale.
We're excited to have this platform to keep you updated on all the latest product information and provide you with tips, tricks, and instructional...