Estimating Edge
Why every roofing contractor needs a tech stack
By Jesse Sanchez. A contractor's tech stack may be more advanced than they realize, here's what it means and why it matters. In the world of roofing and construction, “tech stack” might sound like just another buzzword. But according to Dave Chapman, a 22-year veteran of Estimating Edge, it’s a ...
The EDGE® helps estimators win more roofing bids during busy season
The EDGE was designed specifically for estimators who need to bid competitively without sacrificing precision or professionalism. As roofing contractors enter their busiest season, many professionals are turning to The EDGE roofing estimating software to improve their bid-to-win ratio throughout the summer and beyond. The EDGE has been a leader in roofing ...
Grow Your Metal Business with the Right Tech Stack - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Dave Chapman of Estimating Edge. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Intro: Let's get going with this MetalTalk from MetalCoffeeShop. I'm really excited that you're all here today and to be ...
Working Smarter With AI - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Dave Chapman of Estimating Edge and Marty Cornish, founder of Workpack. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Intro: Hello and welcome to Coffee Conversations. My name is Heidi Ellsworth and ...
Grow your metal business with the right tech stack
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how to choose and implement the right tech stack to streamline operations, boost productivity and grow your metal roofing business. RoofersCoffeeShop® has made it easier than ever for members of the roofing and construction industries to learn how they want, when they want, where they want ...
Building a workforce that lasts
By Eric Vittardi, Foundation Software. Construction’s talent crunch is real — and HR is on the front line. It’s not just hard hats and heavy machinery that keep construction projects on track — it’s people. And right now, the people are getting harder to find. Across the U.S., the construction industry is ...
New construction payroll rules are here — Is your business ready?
By Alex Gray, Foundation Software. New regulations, union rate changes and reporting mandates make payroll a priority for contractors this year. For construction companies, kicking off a new year usually means launching projects, hiring crews and hitting the ground running. But before the first hammer swings, there’s one area you can’t afford ...
Building through the shortage
By Frank Osborn, Foundation Software. The construction industry is facing a labor crisis, but smart contractors are finding ways to stay ahead. Labor shortages in construction are nothing new, but the current landscape is more challenging than ever. Between lingering effects of the Great Recession, the pandemic’s workforce disruption and a growing ...
Overcoming cash flow challenges in roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. Effectively managing payments and cash flow presents a significant opportunity for roofing contractors to strengthen their financial stability and drive business growth. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth discusses the critical topic of cash flow management with industry expert Brian Cancian from Foundation Software. ...
The digital tools reshaping construction project management
By Dave Chapman, Estimating Edge. Why contractors are turning to apps to stay ahead of costly delays and mistakes. In construction, small miscommunications can turn into big delays — and bigger losses. From shifting deadlines to changing budgets, keeping everyone aligned on a jobsite is a constant battle. But what if the ...
