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The Ultimate Guide : How to Get Into Construction, Management, and Start Your Own Business

Want to get into construction? Our 2025 guide details how to start your career or business in the US & Canada. Learn about trades, construction management, costs & timelines.

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Ontario’s May 2025 Building Permit Surge: What General Contractors Need to Know

Ontario building permits soared to $13.1 B in May 2025—thanks to a $1.3 B Niagara hospital. Discover why institutional projects are 2025’s goldmine for Ontario GCs.

2025 State-Level Nonresidential Construction Spending & Employment Trends: Insights for U.S. General Contractors

Explore 2025 state-level nonresidential construction spending and employment trends in the U.S. Uncover which states and sectors are booming, and actionable insights for general contractors.

Ontario Non-Residential Construction in 2025: How Rate Cuts, Tariffs, and Material Costs Are Shaping the Industry

Ontario’s non-residential construction sector in 2025: How interest rate cuts, tariff threats, and material costs are shaping the industry. Fresh data, actionable insights, and a unique BCPI chart for general contractors.

How 2025 Tariff Threats Are Reshaping Chicago’s Construction Industry

Discover how 2025 tariff threats are shaking up Chicago’s construction industry, with exclusive insights from local contractors and fresh data on material costs and supply chain pivots.

Why Texas Leads the Nation in Construction Spending: 2025 Data and What It Means for General Contractors

Texas leads the U.S. in construction spending for 2025. Discover the data, trends, and actionable insights for general contractors looking to grow in the Lone Star State.

Why Purchase Orders (POs) are Essential to Streamline Projects and Simplify Financial Tracking

Explore the essential role of purchase orders in contractor operations, enhancing communication, streamlining workflows, and ensuring financial accuracy.

How to Start a Construction Business in Canada: A Comprehensive Guide

Learn how to start a construction business in Canada with this step-by-step guide. From licensing to marketing, we cover everything you need to succeed.

How to Become a General Contractor in Quebec: Complete Guide

Learn the steps to becoming a general contractor in Quebec, including obtaining an RBQ license, CCQ registration, team management, and setting up your business.

How to Become a General Contractor in Ontario

Learn the steps to become a general contractor in Ontario: meet educational requirements, ensure financial stability, get licensed, and build a strong team.

How to Become a General Contractor in Florida

Learn the steps to become a general contractor in Florida: meet educational requirements, ensure financial stability, get licensed, and build a strong team.

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What Does a General Contractor Do?

Discover the essential role of general contractors in construction, their responsibilities, types, collaborations, and the challenges they face.

How to calculate construction costs? A guide to navigate materials cost, labor cost, administrative cost and beyond

Learn to navigate construction expenses efficiently. From materials and labor to administrative costs, master the art of accurate project budgeting.

Mastering Timesheets: Best Practices and Pitfalls to Avoid in Construction Management

This blog post delves into best practices and common mistakes to help general contractors navigate the intricacies of time tracking with finesse.

Tips to find a reliable plumber, electrician or any subcontractors for your general contracting company

Discover tips to hire trustworthy plumbers, electricians & subcontractors for successful construction projects in your contracting company.

How much money does a residential general contractor make?

Discover what influences a general contractor's earnings, whether it's small or large renovation projects, location, or efficient management.

Starting a construction company as a general contractor in Canada or the USA

Starting a construction company in Canada or the USA: Challenges, Growth, and Success Strategies. Learn how to thrive in this competitive industry.

8 Reasons Why General Contractors Should Invest in Construction Software

In 2023, investing in a construction management software is a no brainer to increase revenue and to save a dozen hours per week doing administrative tasks.

How to acquire customers for your construction company

Build your construction company by developing several methods to acquire users. In this article we cover a few tactics you can implement today.

Billdr PRO vs Excel

While Excel may be a simple solution, relying solely on it to run your construction business can be a risky and inefficient practice.

Billdr PRO vs Buildertrend

Buildertrend is a pioneer in the construction management software industry. However, it’s time for a change with software that embraces modernity.

Billdr PRO vs BuildBook

The new generation of construction management software, such as Billdr PRO and BuildBook, is at the forefront of this transformation.

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