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Practical advice to help you get more jobs online, win more bids, and run a tighter business.
Are Contractor Lead Sites Worth It? An Honest Look at Angi, Thumbtack, and the Rest
Angi, HomeAdvisor, Thumbtack. An honest look at what contractor lead sites actually cost, why the advertised price per lead is misleading, and when they're worth it.
How Long Does SEO Take for a Contractor Website?
SEO for a contractor website takes three to six months to start working and six to twelve to really pay off. Here's an honest breakdown of why, what you'll see along the way, and how to speed it up.
How to Get Your Contracting Business Found in AI Search (ChatGPT, Claude, and More)
Homeowners are using ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI tools to find contractors. Learn how to make sure your business shows up when they ask for recommendations.
How to Respond to Contractor Leads Faster (And Why It Wins You Jobs)
The contractor who calls back first usually gets the job. Here's why speed beats price and craftsmanship, and how to respond faster without dropping your tools every time the phone buzzes.
How to Get More Leads as a Contractor (12 Ways That Actually Work)
The 12 things that actually bring contractors more leads, from local search and reviews to fast follow-up and referrals. Practical steps you can start this week.
How to Get More Google Reviews as a Contractor (Without Being Annoying)
Google reviews are one of the biggest reasons some contractors get calls and others don't. Here's a simple system for getting more reviews without being pushy about it.
How to Attract Better Jobs as a Contractor (Not Just More of Them)
At some point the goal shifts from more work to better work. Here's how to position yourself so the higher-paying, higher-quality jobs and clients start finding you.
How to Audit Your Own Contractor Website (Free Checklist)
You don't need to hire anyone to find out what's wrong with your website. Here's a free nine-step checklist you can run in twenty minutes to see exactly why your site isn't bringing in leads.
Why Your Contractor Website Isn't Getting Leads (And How to Fix It)
A website that doesn't bring in leads isn't a lost cause, it's a fixable problem. Here are the most common reasons a contractor site comes up empty and how to figure out which one is yours.