Residential Contractor News

Jul 15, 2025

Residential Contractor Employment Crisis: 2025 Labor Shortage Hits Record 32%

The residential contractor employment landscape faces an unprecedented crisis as 2025 brings a record-breaking 32% labor shortage across the industry.

Jul 10, 2025

Construction Material Costs: How Home Depot’s Tariff Strategy Affects Specialty Contractors

Home Depot’s recent announcement regarding its approach to tariffs has significant implications for residential specialty contractors.

Jul 8, 2025

America’s Aging Housing Crisis: The $4.4 Billion Opportunity for Specialty Contractors

The U.S. housing market is experiencing a dramatic shift that creates massive opportunities for specialty contractors.

Jul 3, 2025

Lumber Price Trends: What Specialty Contractors Need to Know in 2025

If you’re a specialty contractor in fencing, decking, hardwood installation, or any trade that relies on lumber, you’ve likely experienced the rollercoaster of material costs firsthand.

Jul 1, 2025

Construction Budgeting: 5 Proven Strategies for Residential Contractors to Prevent Budget Overruns

As a residential contractor, few things can damage your reputation and profit margins faster than budget overruns.

Jun 26, 2025

How to Boost Your Foundation Repair Business: Smart Tools and Digital Marketing Guide

Most businesses in our industry face a common challenge. Nearly 90% of their customer information and project details lie scattered across different systems without proper structure.