Residential Contractor News

Jan 14, 2025

How the Current Economic Climate Impacts Contractor Pricing Strategies

Rising costs and fluctuating demand make pricing a challenge for residential contractors. Tools like Contractor Accelerator help by offering real-time cost tracking, automated bidding, and flexible pricing models. These features simplify estimates, protect profits, and streamline operations, ensuring contractors stay competitive in any market.

Jan 9, 2025

Marketing Tracking ROI and Customer Acquisition Costs

Understanding your marketing ROI and customer acquisition costs (CAC) is essential for business growth. Calculate CAC by dividing marketing expenses by new customers and track ROI by comparing revenue to spend. Use tools like Google Analytics or Contractor Accelerator to identify which campaigns and services are most profitable. Focus on strategies and services that deliver the best returns, and adjust your budget and efforts to maximize profitability.

Dec 19, 2024

Financials – Don’t Be a Ponzi Scheme

Running a successful contracting business takes more than completing great projects—you need solid financial practices. Many contractors make the mistake of using deposits from future jobs to pay for current expenses. While it may seem like a quick fix, this approach can lead to financial trouble. Let’s dive into why separating materials deposits from job funds is critical for keeping your business healthy and profitable.

Dec 17, 2024

Contractor Accelerator Unveils New Logo!

We’re excited to share some big news—Contractor Accelerator has a new logo! This refreshed design marks an important step in our journey as we continue to grow and evolve to better serve residential contractors. The new logo isn’t just a change in appearance; it represents our commitment to innovation, progress, and staying aligned with the needs of our clients.

Dec 12, 2024

How To Get Your First Fencing Commercial Project

Discover how to secure your first commercial client and how Contractor Accelerator can streamline your operations.

Dec 10, 2024

Why CRM is Critical for Residential Contractors in 2025

Learn how they streamline communication, organize client data, and boost client retention while addressing specific challenges contractors face without a CRM.