Do you know what happens when you assume? You make an ass out of you and me.
Almost every contractor claims to be data driven. However, the reality is that most contractors are rarely collecting the data they need to make good decisions about how to grow. Sure, they can all tell you their margin across different divisions down to the penny, but you’ll rarely meet a contractor who is paying attention to growth metrics like the:
Fire and life safety work doesn’t look the same for every contractor. Some teams focus primarily on recurring inspections and compliance reporting. Others balance inspections with service calls, repairs, and ongoing maintenance across multiple sites and systems. Many fire protection businesses fall somewhere in between—managing a mix of scheduled inspections, emergency service, deficiency tracking, and […]
Mechanical inspections don’t look the same for every contractor. Residential teams need to move fast, stay consistent, and clearly communicate results to customers. Commercial contractors often need more capabilities—like detailed asset tracking, preventative maintenance, and help staying compliant. Many mechanical businesses sit somewhere in the middle, handling a mix of both. The problem? Most inspection […]