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5 Valuable Steps In The Application for Payment (AFP) Process

5 Valuable Steps In The Application for Payment (AFP) Process

by Carroll_Estimating | Feb 18, 2025 | Exterior

We all know getting paid on time is a big deal and not always so straightforward in construction. Your Application for Payment (AFP) is the key to keeping cash flowing. If you don’t know the exact steps involved, here’s a breakdown of what happens during an AFP...
7 Things a Contractor’s QS Does When They Win a Tender That You Need to Know

7 Things a Contractor’s QS Does When They Win a Tender That You Need to Know

by Carroll_Estimating | Feb 11, 2025 | Exterior

Winning a tender feels like hitting the jackpot. But, as you know, landing the job is just the beginning. There’s lots to do before you can get started on the project. So what happens next?  Let’s break down the first 7 things a contractor’s quantity surveyor...
5 Construction Trends To Watch Out For In 2025

5 Construction Trends To Watch Out For In 2025

by Carroll_Estimating | Dec 31, 2024 | Exterior

A new year always brings changes in some way and if you want to stay ahead of the game, you have to be prepared.  That means paying attention to any emerging trends so you know what’s coming down the line and can get your business ready.  If you want to make...
The Truth About What Really Happens Behind the Scenes in a Payment Application.

The Truth About What Really Happens Behind the Scenes in a Payment Application.

by Carroll_Estimating | Dec 17, 2024 | Exterior

As a contractor, you know payment claims are part of the job. They can be a pain in the arse part of the job, but they have to be done all the same. Luckily, that’s where your QS steps in to make sure everything’s paid in time. But do you know what happens behind the...
5 Proven Strategies to Consider When Your Tender Bid is Too High.

5 Proven Strategies to Consider When Your Tender Bid is Too High.

by Paul Devereux | Nov 12, 2024 | Architecture

We’re constantly saying, “Don’t undervalue yourself,” and “Don’t submit a cheap tender bid for the sake of it.” It’s a race to the bottom that even if you win, you end up losing out on hard-earned cash. But what do you do when you submit a tender bid that’s over the...
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