by Paul Devereux | Sep 3, 2024 | Building
Being a contractor is a constant juggling act. Between new tenders coming in, costings to be done, and final accounts to be produced, it’s easy to let something drop. We’re all guilty of taking on too much or not managing our time right every now and then. But...
by Paul Devereux | Aug 27, 2024 | Building
When you’re pricing a job it can be easy to use market rates to come up with your numbers. It’s the quickest solution and makes sense if you think clients are accepting bids from different contractors. You might think it keeps you competitive. But you might be doing...
by Paul Devereux | Jul 30, 2024 | Exterior
It’s no secret that accurate project estimation is crucial for profitability. One of the most effective methods for achieving accurate estimates every time is by applying first principles. This approach involves breaking down tasks into their base components and...
by Paul Devereux | Jul 23, 2024 | Exterior
Tenders have submission dates for a reason. Clients and architects have their own deadlines, so it’s only fair you respect that and get your bid in on time, especially if you have been contacted and asked directly. In reality, life happens, time runs away, and...
by Paul Devereux | Jul 16, 2024 | Exterior
These days, there’s a lot of competition out there. You might be up against other bigger companies when submitting your tender bid and it can be tempting to just go in at the cheap end. But there’s a much better way of doing things. Here are 12 ways you can start to...
