Running the business
Top 5 Apps Every Remodeling Contractor Should Use
Discover the top 5 must-have apps for remodelers to streamline project management, boost efficiency, and grow your remodeling business.
July 21, 2025
Running the business
Tools, people and systems for contractors running a remodeling company.
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Running the business
What Markup Strategies Maximize Contractor Profitability?
Find out why markup is crucial for remodelers for covering your expenses and making a profit. Plus, ave time with our free & easy markup calculator!
April 2, 2025
Running the business
Taking on New Projects During the Holidays
Some contractors slow down in winter while others take last-minute calls. How to set expectations, agree on the work and plan ahead for holiday jobs.
November 22, 2024
Running the business
4 Tips for Working with Subcontractors in Remodeling
Remodelers will usually handle small scale projects themselves or with an in-house team.
July 16, 2024
Running the business
Great Tips for Prepping for a Busy Remodeling Season
Prepping for the Busy Remodeling Season. For many contractors, work may pick up significantly during specific times of the year.
May 24, 2024
Running the business
Great Resources for Sole Proprietorships
Great Resources for Sole Proprietorships! Working as an independent contractor can be as rewarding as it is challenging.
May 7, 2024
Running the business
Free & Low Cost Drawing and CAD Tools
Free and low-cost drawing and CAD tools contractors use for plans and permits, including Fusion 360, SketchUp and SmartDraw, alongside Clear Estimates.
February 15, 2024
Running the business
Powerful Employee Scheduling Resources for Remodelers
Powerful Employee Scheduling Resources for Remodelers! Employee scheduling can be a challenge for any remodeling company.
January 24, 2024
Running the business
Managing Your Remodeling Projects
Managing Your Remodeling Projects! Project Management tips for remodelers and general contractors.
October 2, 2023
Running the business
Added: Ability to Include Line Items on Alternate w/o Showing Cost
Clear Estimates has added the ability to include details on your Alternate Work Orders without having to include individual line item costs.
August 28, 2019
Running the business
'Duplicate' Projects to Save Time
Duplicating estimates saves time and preserves work you have spent valuable time creating. This can be done for any estimate!
August 9, 2019
Running the business
Q&A With Dave Knutson Siding
Chris Knutson, of Dave Knutson Siding, talks with Clear Estimates about construction, the importance of an online presense and estimating essentials.
April 22, 2019
Running the business
Passing the Baton: A Systematic Approach to the Sales to Production Handoff Process
Industry expert Wyatt Knight introduces tips for a smooth sales to production handoff in the month's webinar. Contractors, you won't want to miss this.
April 17, 2018
Running the business
Integrating Estimates with Project Management
Clear Estimates now integrates with Buildertrend. This lets you send estimates from your account directly to Buildertrend.
November 3, 2017
Running the business
Benefits of a Cloud Based Estimating Tool
What Software Advice's 2017 construction trends report found about how contractors estimate, and why remodelers move estimating to a cloud-based tool.
January 17, 2017
Running the business
Quadsaw: The Square Hole Cutter
No longer do you have to hand cut individual holes for electrical outlets. Utilize the Quadsaw to cut square holes in seconds, not minutes.
November 3, 2016
Running the business
Tips for Starting a Business as a Remodeling Contractor
Clear Estimates would like to offer you a few tips for starting a remodeling business of your own. Successfully run a Remodel business like a pro!
March 23, 2016
Running the business
Five Common Estimating Mistakes
Five estimating mistakes remodelers make, from square foot pricing and sub costs to unclear scope, scheduling and fringe expenses, and how to avoid them.
September 28, 2015
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