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Tips for contractors.
Practical advice to help you get more jobs online, win more bids, and run a tighter business.
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.
What Should a Contractor Website Cost?
Website prices for contractors are all over the map, from free DIY builders to fifteen-grand agency builds. Here's an honest breakdown of every option and what you should actually pay for a site that brings in leads.
How to Pick the Right Web Designer for Your Contracting Business
Picking who builds your website matters as much as the site itself. Here's how to choose a web designer who actually understands contractors, plus the red flags that signal you should keep looking.
Roof Pitch to Degrees: Conversion Chart and How to Calculate It
Roof pitch and roof angle describe the same slope with different numbers. Here's a full pitch-to-degrees conversion chart, the simple math behind it, and a free calculator to do it instantly.
What Makes a Contractor Website Actually Convert Leads
A website that looks good and a website that converts are two different things. Here's what actually turns visitors into phone calls, and how to tell if your site is doing it.
How Many BTU Per Square Foot for Heating in Cold Climates
In cold climates, the standard BTU rules don't cut it. Here's how many BTU per square foot you actually need for heating, what factors change the number, and what happens when you get it wrong.