Delegation in construction: how to do it right

Delegation is a key skill for residential contractors. It allows you to distribute tasks and responsibilities among your team members and grow your business. Sounds simple, right? Letting go of responsibilities can be hard.

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From Chaos to Clarity: The Power of Data with Bolster

In the construction game, the difference between winning and losing is often decided by making...

How to deal with conflict on a residential construction site

In residential construction, teamwork is key to getting the job done on time and on budget....

Stop communication failures from ruining your projects

Ever been on-site, scrolling through your text messages at 7 a.m trying to remember whether the...

Why interactive proposals are revolutionizing remodeling projects

Anyone who's worked in remodeling or home building knows that no project goes exactly as originally...

The Ripple Effect of Project Delays: Why Communication is Key in Construction Projects

Delays are part of the game—every contractor knows that. Whether it's due to weather, supply chain...

How Bolster Can Help You Scale Your Construction Business Faster

Growth is good, but only if your business is built for it. Lots of construction businesses hit a...

Mastering Construction Onboarding: The Key to Retaining Top Talent

Construction businesses all over North America are facing huge challenges in attracting and...

How to Scale or Start a Construction Business: Key Strategies for Sustainable Growth

You probably chose to start a construction business because you were great with your hands. Or...

Pricing Disputes: How Transparency and Clear Communication Saves Your Reputation

In any service-based sector, even one negative online review can tank sales numbers and end up...

Why Modern Contractors Need Software for Every Phase of Construction

30 years ago, contractors didn’t need software. In fact, they didn’t even have software. Many...

Construction Quotes: How to Handle Change Orders Without Losing Money

As a contractor or homebuilder, you will constantly deal with scope changes. They can be big or...

Unlock Massive Growth: Bolster’s All-in-One Solution Revolutionizes Fence Contracting Businesses!

Anyone who's been in the exterior contracting game long enough knows the drill—fast, on-the-spot...

How to use Bolster to build a construction budget

Budgets in construction jobs need to be accurate from the beginning, whether you're quoting small...

Is Excel Still Relevant for Construction Estimating in 2024?

Nearly 40 years ago, Microsoft created the first version of excel. This was a landmark moment for...

Why Your Fence Contracting Business Needs a Specialized Software

Fence estimates don’t take long to complete—unless you’re dealing with large blueprints and deck...

The Best Billing Software for Contractors: Discover the Features You Need

The construction industry isn’t exactly known for timely payments. Whether it’s subcontractors or...

Win More Construction Jobs with Interactive Quotes

Choosing the right way to present your quotes is key. With the industry growing every day, you can...

Remodeling Estimate Software: How Bolster can simplify your processes

As builders, you stay in business by winning new projects. To keep your teams busy, and your...

5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Construction Estimating Software

These days in construction, timelines are tight, markets are saturated, and margins are paper thin....

How to calculate Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) in the construction industry

Most people who choose to get involved in the construction industry aren’t that fond of things like...

Why home remodeling visualization is the key to “one-call closes”

87% of homeowners find imagining what their home renovations will look like before the project...

How to calculate work in progress in construction

When you first started your construction business, most of your projects were probably relatively...

Optimize renovation projects with kitchen and bathroom estimating software

Renovation projects can be as hard to complete as new construction projects. Some contractors may...

What is a cost-plus contract?

If you’re like most remodelers, renovators, trade contractors, or residential construction...

How to calculate concrete volume

Concrete is an instrumental component of the construction industry. Used widely to form the slabs...

92 construction terms everyone should understand

Here at Bolster, we deal with all kinds of construction professionals, contractors, tradespeople,...

How to do a metal roofing take-off

Metal roofing has been around for a while, but it’s still relatively new in North America compared...

Why should I update from Excel to a construction estimating software?

There are many construction companies out there using Excel to calculate quotes, and many have been...

The benefits of project scheduling in construction

If you run a construction business, you know time is money. Ensuring that your crews are in the...

Mastering the Art of Construction Estimating: A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding How Software Works

So, you’ve heard of construction estimating software. Top contractors are using it to create...

The Safety Mistakes Costing Dallas Contractors Thousands - Common Contractor Safety Mistakes in Dallas

Ah, Dallas! The land of opportunity, especially for us residential contractors. Yet, as lucrative...

Dallas lumber price surge: Top 10 contractor tips

With the unprecedented surge in Dallas lumber prices, contractors are facing the uphill task of...

Maximizing Efficiency in Small-Scale Residential Construction

\r As a seasoned residential contractor specializing in estimating, I've learned\r a thing or two...

What Is a construction lien and how do you get one?

Cash flow is critical to a construction company's success, so when a customer doesn’t pay their...

Green revolution: Calgary's push for sustainable construction in 2024

Hey there! Back in the day, when I first got my hands dirty in the construction business,...

How to handle unforeseen issues and costs in construction projects

Anyone who’s worked in the construction industry has learned to expect the unexpected during a...

8 of the best cement products to use for home construction

Being a homeowner is highly beneficial because you don't need to worry about many things regarding...

Evade environmental fines: Sustainable building practices you need to know

As a seasoned residential contractor with expertise in estimating, I've seen firsthand the...

Bolster: The ultimate construction estimating software

Hello there! If you're reading this, chances are you're knee-deep in the world of construction and...