What if there was a way to get more project leads, in less time, so you can bid more jobs and land more contracts? There is… Most contractors are relying on “word-of-mouth” referrals to grow their business. They…
Welcome to I AM Builders! Construction estimating and bidding on projects are the life of your business. Getting it right can make you or break you. It’s time-consuming and tedious. Many of our clients are busy supervising jobs…
Winning construction projects is easy if you have the right strategy. Even if you have a bad strategy, you’ll be successful. The point is to have a strategy. We teach our clients the Xplode Strategy which sets…
Construction estimating is the life of your construction business. It’s the engine that runs your entire operation. If you’re planning the budget of a project, having a construction estimating service is extremely critical to the success of your project….
One of the biggest problems contractors have is needing to have a bunch of jobs so they can break even, or make a decent profit. These contractors are extremely busy supervising 5 or 10 jobs at the same time,…
It’s that time again. Time to kickstart a new year of bidding and negotiating contracts. Owners always wait until the beginning of the year to start construction projects. The most effective, yet simple bidding strategy you can start…
The secret to growing your construction business is…….. Get more leads, and bid more jobs! That’s it. Most contractors overcomplicate the process. It’s actually very simple. However, most contractors don’t know how to get leads, and how to bid…
Last week I stumbled upon the best idea to build new leads and win new projects. As I was walking in an area called Coconut Grove in Miami, I noticed an Architectural Firm in between some retail spaces and…
Starting a business is no easy task. It takes time, energy, dedication, and an infinite amount of patience. When that business is a construction company, things may seem even more complicated. There are countless things you need to consider…
Are you missing out on bids because you don’t have enough time? Do you have to skip over some projects because you don’t know how to create a construction estimate? Many contractors deal with the same enemy, lack…
How do you start a construction company and make sure you don’t fail? That’s what we’re going to cover here in our Definitive Guide. About 90% of construction companies fail in the first year or two. Why?…
Most architects don’t know how to price construction jobs. Contractors and engineers know how, they just rarely have the time to do so. So they can either look for estimating companies to price projects, or they can do…
The cost of construction labor should not only be appealing but also realistic. If you’re working under pressure, you could end up giving inaccurate estimates that can lead to loss of business, angry customers, low-profit margin, etc. And…
Need some help with your estimating? Construction estimating is surprisingly one of the most overlooked aspects of running and managing a contracting business. Just having an accurate estimate can be one of the biggest deciding factors in many…
General contractors go through a lot. In fact, we at I AM Builders like to call them unofficial firefighters because they’re constantly putting out fires all day long. Whether it be on the job site, or in the office, it’s one…
Unfortunate and unpredictable accidents can take place anytime, anywhere. Contractors can quickly become responsible for compensation during accidents or unforeseen events. Construction insurance or general contractor insurance shields you from these claims, and if done right it can also…
Construction businesses are probably one of the hardest types of businesses to manage. We talk to dozens of hard-working contractors every single day and see it first-hand. We’ve always wanted to point people in the right direction to…
Writing a winning construction business plan requires 3 things: Ideas, Goals, and a Plan. Combine all 3 successfully and you have the foundation to your entire construction company. We know your time is valuable, so we made…
Hiring a quality contractor, believe it or not, takes a very specific strategy that if you don’t understand can lead to disasters! I might have exaggerated a bit, but by working in construction for so long, I’ve seen the…
Change orders are a necessary part of construction. It’s a touchy subject when after starting a construction project, things come up that require you to charge additional costs. Many contractors are afraid to charge for Change Orders for…
Want to grow your construction company in 3 months? Here’s the deal, most contractors are so busy working in the business they neglect the one thing that matters most… Sales. Cash flow is the most important part…
Are you interested in growing your construction business and landing more projects? There are proven strategies that every successful contractor executes to grow their business. Below we reveal the best ones: 1. Invest in Creating a Lead…
Facebook isn’t the best place to get new business for contractors. BUT it’s a great place to start building up an email list and showcasing your work to people interested in your services. This might be why you’ve…
Does your construction company have a website? If you don’t you could be missing out on as much as 80% of potential work. When you have a professional website that has your: Contact Info Project Experience Expertise…
Are you a contractor? If you manage a construction business, then you need to read this. We’re a construction consulting and estimating company, we talk to dozens of contractors around the US every day. We’ve seen contractors…
Tired of bidding and not getting clients? Read This ASAP. Many contractors have a bad habit of bidding jobs and sitting back and crossing their fingers they’ll get it. With no follow-up. No pricing adjustment. And…
The construction industry is a highly competitive market. Being considered for bidding on projects may seem easy because of your excellent marketing team, but what about your online presence? How many potential clients are slipping through the cracks because you…
Do you know what to post on your social media page? Most contractors don’t. And believe it or not, it’s causing them to miss out on projects. Want to get your construction social media page out there? Look…
Every construction business exists because of 1 thing. Revenue. And revenue is the result of a powerful sales process and proven marketing tactics. So here are 20 battle-tested ways to market a construction business that can eventually…
What if there was a way to get more project leads, in less time, so you can bid more jobs and land more contracts? There is… Most contractors are relying on “word-of-mouth” referrals to grow their business. They…
Running a construction business on the field is hard enough. And the truth is that most contractors just don’t have the time or energy to focus on other parts of their company like sales or marketing. This leads to…
How do you make money on social media as a contractor? Ask the nearest contractor if their social media has ever brought them any leads or business. You’ll most likely get a resounding no. But why? Isn’t…
Want to bring in more clients to your construction company? After working with 1000+ construction businesses on how they can grow their business the right way, we decided to pull back the curtains and show you all the best…
It’s tough to figure out how to market a construction business. If you want to grow your construction business online, you’ll probably hear that you NEED to use social media. And while it’s true, it’s easier said than…
It’s no secret home building is one of the most lucrative businesses out there, but how much more lucrative can it get if you use social media as a marketing tool? The truth is, most home builders are leaving…
Winning construction projects is easy if you have the right strategy. Even if you have a bad strategy, you’ll be successful. The point is to have a strategy. We teach our clients the Xplode Strategy which sets…
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