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Leveraging Loans and Grants: Funding Strategies for Construction Companies

January 11, 2024 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Leveraging Loans and Grants: Funding Strategies for Construction Companies

View the complete article here. Whether you’re a struggling small business or an established contractor—this article is designed to guide you through the wide range of financial options available to bolster your purchasing power for […]

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Mastering Material Procurement to Increase Profitability

August 4, 2023 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Mastering Material Procurement to Increase Profitability

Whether it’s residential, commercial, or industrial construction—an efficient procurement program is essential to achieve solid profits in a construction project. We’re going to explain in further detail, but—generally speaking—the goal of the contractor’s procurement plan […]

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Contractors! Stop Losing Money on Projects!

April 19, 2023 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Contractors! Stop Losing Money on Projects!

You wouldn’t believe how many contractors reach out to us asking for help… They’re losing money on their projects… and they don’t know what to do. For this reason, we put together a complete list […]

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How to Make Money Crushing Concrete (and Other Materials)

December 13, 2022 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on How to Make Money Crushing Concrete (and Other Materials)

View the complete article here. What is Concrete Crushing and Why is it in High Demand? Concrete crushing is the process of breaking down large chunks of concrete into smaller, more manageable pieces. This usually […]

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How to Price Lawn Care, Mowing, and Landscaping Jobs Like a Pro

November 24, 2022 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on How to Price Lawn Care, Mowing, and Landscaping Jobs Like a Pro

View the complete article here. How much should you charge for your landscaping services? It can be tough to determine what to bill, especially when you’re starting out. But with a little bit of research […]

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Complete Guide to Construction Scams

September 16, 2022 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Complete Guide to Construction Scams

View the complete article here. What is Contractor Fraud? Whether you’re trying to avoid getting scammed yourself—or whether you want to make sure you’re abiding by the law, it’s crucial to understand what exactly contractor […]

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How Contractors are Making $1,000,000+ Per Year

June 20, 2022 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on How Contractors are Making $1,000,000+ Per Year

It’s not just experienced contractors in their 40s and 50s. It’s young guns in their 20s and retirees coming out of retirement as well. They’re crushing it. Many of them are making between $500,000 and […]

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Concrete Form Construction for Dummies… and Pros

May 2, 2022 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Concrete Form Construction for Dummies… and Pros

View the complete article here Concrete forms define and control poured concrete used for structures such as patios and slab foundations. They are typically made of wood or metal – although there are other materials […]

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E&C’s Ultimate Guide for Building Your Own Underground Fallout Shelter

April 27, 2022 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on E&C’s Ultimate Guide for Building Your Own Underground Fallout Shelter

A recent survey found that over 60% of people believe that a major catastrophe—such as a natural disaster or political unrest—is likely to occur in the next five years. … Are you prepared? One of […]

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Using an Inventory Management System for Your Construction Business

February 22, 2022 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Using an Inventory Management System for Your Construction Business

There are two main reasons to manage your construction company’s inventory: to know what you have on hand and to know what you need to order. Other reasons are related to equipment maintenance, project management, […]

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