The latest writings from our team

Bryan Landreth went from one van in 2020 to three trucks and about $800,000 a year, then chose to stay there. What changes at truck two, who to hire first, and what software should cost as you grow.

Most contractor estimate apps are free only for a 14-day trial. Swivl Starter is $0 forever with unlimited estimates you write yourself. AI can draft one for about 60 credits, but you still check the costs.

A handyman needs estimates, invoicing with card payments, scheduling, a customer list and job notes. That core should cost $0 to $49 a month. Pay extra only for tools that save real hours.

Jobber has no free plan, only a 14-day trial. Core starts at $49 a month for one user plus $29 per added user. Swivl Starter is free forever with unlimited users and no contract.

A practical guide to getting more construction leads: the channels that win high-ticket remodeling and building projects, plus the slow-quote leak that quietly loses more bids than any dry spell.

A practical, cleaning-specific guide to getting more clients: the channels that win recurring residential accounts and commercial contracts, plus the leak that quietly loses the clients you already have.

A practical guide to getting more landscaping leads: the channels that fill your maintenance route, win the high-ticket design-build jobs, and catch the spring rush before a competitor does.

A practical guide to getting more roofing leads: the channels that actually book jobs, how to win the storm rush, and why slow follow-up quietly loses your biggest jobs.

A practical guide to getting more electrician leads: the channels that actually book jobs, how to win the high-ticket panel and EV work, and the follow-up leak that quietly loses your biggest jobs.

A practical guide to getting more plumbing leads: the channels that actually book jobs, why the after-hours call is your biggest lead, and how to stop leads leaking to voicemail.