Scott Dylan

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How to Get More Plumbing Leads: 7 Proven Methods

In this article, we'll cover some of the best ways to get plumbing leads you might not have thought of...

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Construction Change Directives (CCDs): What Contractors Need to Know

In this article, we'll discuss what construction change directives are, why they happen, and how you should respond to them.

How to Write a Scope of Work for Construction Projects

In this guide, you'll learn how to write an effective scope of work for various construction projects.

How to Calculate Labor Cost in Construction (2 Methods)

Calculate construction labor cost using bottom-up or unit pricing methods. Covers base rates, labor burden, all-in rates, and job-level tracking...

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Construction Cost Codes: How to Use Them on Every Job

In this article, we cover how to use construction cost codes to become more competitive when submitting bids and create...

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Construction Soft Costs: What They Are and How to Control Them

This article covers how to identify construction soft costs, the difference between hard costs and soft costs, and how to...

Contractor Overhead and Profit: How to Protect Your Margins

Learn how to calculate contractor overhead and how to use data to grow profit margins for your construction or contracting...

How to Become a General Contractor: Requirements and Steps

The ultimate guide on how to become a general contractor including minimum requirements, skills required, licensing, insurance, business formation and...

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