Guides
Guides for UK builders
Straight answers on running the office side of a building firm, from a firm that does the work.
Job management software for UK builders: what to look for
A plain guide for small UK building firms choosing job management software: job costing, quotes, stage payments, crew hours, and keeping the money private from site staff.
HODHQ vs Tradify: which suits a UK building firm?
An honest comparison of HODHQ and Tradify for UK builders: what each is good at, how they differ, and which kind of firm each suits.
How to cost a building job (and know if you made money)
A step-by-step guide for UK builders on pricing and tracking a job: materials, labour, subcontractors, plant, waste, overheads, and the difference between markup and margin.
Stage payments for builders: a plain guide for UK extensions and conversions
How UK builders set up stage payments on extensions, garage conversions and renovations: typical stages, what to agree in writing, and how to keep track of what's paid.