What happens when you start your construction projects off on the wrong foot? You lose time, money, and credibility! I’m sure you’ve been in a situation where the initial estimate was way off base or all of your legal bases weren’t covered, or maybe you and the client had way different expectations of the results of the project from the beginning; the results were probably not what you wanted.

On the other hand, when you start every project on the right foot, your business will see the benefits in no time, because when you can provide everyone involved with clear expectations upfront, there is less confusion, less chaos, more money, and happier clients.

Keep reading to learn our best tips for how you can start every project off on the right foot.

Construction estimate templates, schedule templates, document templates, project templates - these only apply to certain types of builders, right? Wrong.

It's a common misconception that templates are only beneficial for spec, tract, or production builders. Because these types of builders generally structure their work around a standardized set of options with limited customization, templates do work exceptionally well for them.

However, we've found that many other types of construction teams are often surprised to learn that templates can be incredibly beneficial for nearly any type of construction project. Templates help establish standard, dependable processes in all fields of project management - a best practice that supports the growth and success of construction businesses. 

For builders working with UDA ConstructionOnline, we often suggest working with templates to improve efficiency and accuracy. It’s no secret that rising material & labor costs have had a big impact on construction companies and construction clients in recent years. Now, more than ever, construction professionals need solutions to help control costs and ensure projects remain profitable. This is where construction estimate templates come into play. 

Construction estimate templates are essential for business success. Leveraging well-designed construction estimate templates can streamline your estimating process, improve accuracy, and ultimately boost your bottom line.

Not convinced you should be using templates? Read on to learn more about why you should start using construction estimate templates today: