CrewCost, a new accounting software program launched on Tuesday, is being touted by the company as “designed for contractors by contractors”; the program and eponymously named firm is from the founder of Esticom, a cloud-based takeoff and estimating application since acquired by Procore. In a July 16 news release, CrewCost pointed out that the domestic…
Federal authorities last week again raided a roofing and siding company in Mitchell, S.D., which has been in the legal crosshairs of federal prosecutors since the end of 2023 after the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms executed a search warrant against Mitchell Roofing and Siding and its owner. Last week’s bust by authorities is…
As a fourth-generation contractor, Matt DiBara understands the importance of making the right decision when hiring employees. It’s an important decision given the labor shortage, let alone finding the right people to help your company succeed. That’s why DiBara, who runs The Contractor Consultants, took the time to share tips on how to get the…
New products and innovations designed to help roofing contractors grow their businesses are always hitting the market. Yet, if it seems like a tidal wave of new technology has flooded the roofing industry over the past five years or so, roofing veterans are quick to note it’s been more like an evolutionary process. If true,…
A whole new roof or a roof repair? A roof repair method designed by R/J Group Inc. saves a condo building from a costly roof replacement and gives the roof years of additional coverage. The Challenge Many practices within the roofing industry have come under fire, as costly roof replacements are recommended over repairs that could…
Your home was likely constructed with doors and windows intended and designed to last a very long time, years, if not decades. However, they do not always last as long as a home’s structure due to quality, use, environment, and home settling or the original installation. Nor do they always suit your style if you…
