When a fire destroyed Asphalt Solutions’ facility on March 19, 2015, co-owners Bob Roth and Justin Bishop faced every contractor’s worst nightmare. In a single afternoon, they lost $1 million in equipment, every tool, and 16 years of accumulated assets. Yet remarkably, the company emerged stronger and more profitable than before. This story of resilience […]
Selecting the right mobile devices for your construction business is a decision that directly affects field productivity, data accuracy, and team communication. With crews working across multiple job sites, often in challenging conditions, the devices you issue must be rugged, reliable, and capable of running the construction management software your workflows depend on. This article
Social media has fundamentally changed how pavement maintenance contractors connect with customers and grow their businesses. More property managers, facility owners, and homeowners turn to platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn when searching for sealcoating and paving services. Building a strategic social media presence is no longer optional for contractors who want to stay competitive.
In an industry where reputation and trust determine which contractor gets the call, your website functions as the digital front door to your construction business. Potential clients rarely pick up a phone book or drive past job sites anymore. Instead, they search online, evaluate your digital presence, and form a lasting impression in seconds. The
Every phone call to your construction company is a moment of truth. In an industry where reputation travels faster than heavy equipment, how your team handles the telephone often determines whether a prospect becomes a paying customer or takes their business elsewhere. Research cited by Brad Humphrey in For Construction Pros found that more than
Many contractors start their businesses focused entirely on the work: winning bids, managing crews, and delivering quality projects. The financial and legal infrastructure that supports a healthy construction business often takes a back seat. The difference between a contracting business that survives its first decade and one that thrives often comes down to the professional
Running a profitable construction business requires more than skilled labor and reliable equipment. It demands disciplined financial management, strategic planning, and a willingness to scrutinize every cost. Many contractors focus on winning bids without fully understanding whether those bids actually yield a sustainable margin. This article presents five actionable steps that can help construction business
Running a profitable construction business requires more than just completing quality work. It demands a strategic approach to financial management, equipment decisions, technology adoption, risk assessment, and workforce development. Many contractors focus intensely on winning bids but overlook the business systems that determine whether projects actually generate sustainable profit. This guide outlines five actionable steps
Just like a truck or an asphalt paver, your construction business needs regular maintenance to keep running smoothly. Too many contractors run their companies until something breaks, then scramble to fix it. A proactive business tune-up keeps your operations firing on all cylinders and prevents costly breakdowns before they happen. The difference between a thriving
In the competitive world of equipment rental, finding a business model that delivers sustainable growth while serving a loyal customer base is no small feat. For Canby Rental Equipment (CRE), located just 20 minutes south of Portland, Oregon, the answer has been a one-stop shop approach that has driven steady expansion since 1979. Store owner
