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AI Site Walkthrough: Turn Site Visits Into Jobs
AI Site Walkthrough captures photos and notes during site visits and turns them into structured job data that carries forward into scopes, materials, and estimates.
Best Tool Brands for General Contractors in 2026
A 2026 guide to the best tool brands for general contractors. What lasts, performs, and earns its keep on real job sites from power tools to the digital tools pros use daily in 2026.!
The Modern General Contractors Toolkit: The 10 Must-Have Business Tools For 2026
The Modern Contractor Toolkit breaks down the 10 essential systems contractors need by 2026 to run cleaner jobs, reduce rework, protect margins, and stay profitable as complexity grows
How Contractors Book More Jobs With AI and Lead Automation
Contractors are losing thousands from missed leads. Learn how AI booking, follow up, and automation turn every inquiry into real jobs and predictable growth without hiring more staff.
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Top 5 Work Trucks for Construction Contractors [2026 Version]
Not all trucks are built for real job sites. The best ones save time, protect margins, and keep crews moving. Here’s what separates work-ready rigs from money pits.
Build Estimates Using Your Own Price Books in Handoff
Build estimates in Handoff using your own price books. Custom Catalogs apply your labor rates, material costs, and margins by default, keeping estimates consistent with how you price j
Tax Write-Offs For Contractors And Home Remodelers In 2026
Learn the top tax write offs contractors and remodelers can claim in 2026 including vehicles tools software marketing and labor so you keep more profit and avoid overpaying the IRS.Now
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Own the Lead From First Contact, Not Just the Estimate
Lead Intake & CRM brings job intake into Handoff. Capture leads, site visits, photos, notes, and ownership early so full context carries forward cleanly into estimating.
The AI-Powered Contractor: A GC’s Guide to Winning More and Working Less
Discover how contractors use AI to win bids faster, keep crews aligned, improve client communication, and cut admin chaos without sacrificing quality, profit, or control on every job.
Best Facebook Ad Strategies To Attract High Quality Remodeling Leads in 2026
Learn the Facebook ad strategies remodelers use in 2026 to attract high-intent homeowners. See real examples for video ads, budgets, testimonials, and instant lead forms today and win
Do This Now To Explode Your General Contracting Business in 2026
The construction industry is changing fast. Learn how AI search, automation, and smarter systems will define which contractors win in 2026 and which ones get left behind.
The Complete Guide to Becoming a Residential Builder in 2026: From Apprentice to Entrepreneur
AI estimating software for remodelers. Create accurate estimates in seconds, send winning proposals, manage projects, and get paid faster. Built to save time and close more jobs.
Stop Wasting Time on Estimates. Start Winning Jobs: A General Contractor’s Guide to AI Estimating
Manual estimates quietly drain profit. This guide shows how contractors use Handoff to bid faster, catch missed scope, protect margin, win more jobs, and reclaim time back to scale.
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The Remodeler’s Edge: Why Handoff Leads Construction Estimating - Backed by G2’s Data
Fast, accurate estimates, client ready proposals, and clean change orders built for remodelers. See why G2 data ranks Handoff a momentum leader for residential teams.
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How To Use AI and SEO For More General Contracting Traffic and Leads
Learn how general contractors can use AI and SEO to increase local visibility, rank on Google Maps, and bring in higher-quality construction leads.
Home Remodeling Contractor Pricing Guide: How to Price Jobs for Profit
Learn how home remodeling contractors price jobs for profit using proven pricing models, markup strategies, and estimating frameworks that protect margins and win better projects.
100 ChatGPT Prompts for General Contractors & Home Remodelers
A fast, practical guide with 100 ready to use ChatGPT prompts built for general contractors. Create posts, ads, emails, and SEO content faster by copying, pasting, and customizing for
20 Proven Marketing Strategies for General Contractors to Get More Customers
20 proven marketing strategies for general contractors to get more customers, boost visibility, and grow consistently with simple, practical, and high-impact tactics that actually work
ChatGPT for Remodelers: How AI Saves Time, Reduces Admin, and Boosts Profit
Learn how remodelers use ChatGPT to save hours, cut admin, improve client communication, and boost profit with AI workflows built for real construction projects.
Stop Wasting Bids: 7 Ways to Win More Remodeling Projects Without Lowering Your Prices
Win more remodeling bids without lowering your prices. Learn 7 proven strategies contractors use to respond faster, present clearer proposals, and close more high-margin jobs.
The Ultimate Guide to Closing The Sale Without Being Salesy
Discover how contractors close more profitable projects using a simple consultative sales system. Build trust, boost margins, and win clients who value quality over price.
The 6 Best Ways General Contractors Can Get More Leads in 2025 (And How AI Makes It Easier)
A 2025 guide for contractors to get more leads using Google Business, social media, referrals, SEO, partnerships, ads, and AI tools that automate follow-up and boost conversions.
Milestone Invoicing: Get Paid Faster with Proof of Work Attachments
Get paid faster and keep clients in the loop with Milestone Invoicing, send itemized, proof-backed invoices by project stage. Simplify billing, boost trust, and improve cash flow.
5 Contractor Tasks You Can Automate This Week With Handoff
Handoff helps remodelers, contractors, and builders automate estimates, proposals, change orders, payments, and more,saving time and reducing errors. Upload files, use voice or text, a
The Contractor's Guide to Surviving (and Thriving) in a Slow Housing Market
When home sales slow, smart contractors adapt. This guide shows how to pivot your services, market to “stay-put” homeowners, and thrive, even when the housing market cools.
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A New Way For You To Make More Money: Estimating 2.0 Now Inside Handoff
Estimate faster with Estimating 2.0 in Handoff, control pricing, markups, and profit tracking in one AI-powered system. No spreadsheets. Just clarity and confidence.
How Smart Contractors Are Using AI to Get More Jobs (Without the Tech Headaches)
Discover how contractors can use AI to automate marketing, manage calls, speed up estimates, and get more reviews, so they stay booked, look professional, and grow profits year-round.
How General Contractors Can Get Recommended by AI Tools (and Win More Jobs)
Learn how contractors can leverage AI to win more jobs, optimize their online presence, and boost visibility with simple, actionable steps to get noticed by AI tools and homeowners.
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Talk It Out: Handoff Now Transcribes Your Voice Into Project Docs
Turn voice notes into estimates, daily logs, punchlists, and scopes, no typing needed. Handoff now transcribes your audio into professional documents with AI.
10 Construction Apps That'll Actually Make Your Life Easier
Discover the best construction apps that actually work—tools for estimating, managing projects, tracking time, and boosting profits without the tech overwhelm.
The Contractor's Guide To Selling Financing (Without Being Pushy)
A practical guide for general contractors and remodeling businesses on how offering financing can boost close rates, increase project value, and strengthen client trust.
How to Spot Money-Losing Estimates Before They Drain Your Wallet
Learn how to spot the 10 biggest red flags in construction estimates before they drain your wallet. Avoid costly mistakes and protect your profit margins with these key insights.
Local SEO Tips for General Contractors in 2025 (and Beyond)
Learn how general contractors can rank higher on Google, get more local leads, and even be recommended by AI tools using these 2025-ready local SEO tips and strategies.
8 Game-Changing ChatGPT Prompts for Contractors to Boost Business
Discover 8 powerful ChatGPT prompts every contractor can use to win more jobs, attract better leads, and automate marketing—no tech skills required. Work smarter, not harder.
10 Proven Contractor Marketing Strategies to Fill Your Pipeline
Marketing isn’t a luxury for contractors, it’s ROI. Learn how to get found when customers search, fix your website, leverage reviews, local SEO, and ads to fill your pipeline and grow.
9 AI Prompts Every General Contractor Should Be Using Right Now
Margins are shrinking, projects are tougher, and clients want updates now. These 9 AI prompts help contractors save hours, win more bids, and impress every client.
The Ultimate Social Media Marketing Checklist for Remodelers & Home Builders
Boost your remodeling or home building business with our ultimate social media marketing checklist. Learn how to set up, optimize, and grow on every major platform.
How To Get More Painting Leads: 20 Ways To Land More Jobs
20 proven strategies to get more painting leads in 2025. From SEO and ads to referrals and reviews, learn how to land more jobs and grow your painting business.
Local vs Imported Materials: A GC's Guide to Navigating the Tariff Mess
Tariffs in 2025 reshaped construction costs: steel/aluminum now 50%, China 25–40%, USMCA exemptions matter. Smart sourcing means factoring price, risk & timelines.
Email Etiquette/Best Practices - Google, Yahoo, Outlook
Professional email habits help contractors win bids, manage projects, and build client trust. Learn proven strategies and platform tips to boost credibility and secure more jobs.
General Contractors: 5 AI Tools You Can't Ignore in 2025
AI isn’t replacing contractors, it’s helping them win more jobs, save hours, and boost profits. Discover 5 must-have AI tools every GC needs in 2025.
How To Answer The Phone When A Prospect Calls (Free Phone Scripts)
Learn how to answer prospect calls like a pro. Scripts, tips, and strategies to build trust fast, avoid costly mistakes, and win more jobs from the very first ring.
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Handoff Just Got Smarter: Turn Estimates, Photos, and Notes Into Scopes, Punchlists, and Material Lists
Create scopes of work, punchlists, material lists, and daily logs in seconds with AI. Turn estimates, photos, or notes into professional project docs with Handoff.
The Best Tool Brands for General Contractors in 2025:
Discover the best tool brands for general contractors in 2025. From DeWalt and Milwaukee to Ryobi and Metabo, find reliable, pro-grade tools that save time, money, and stress.
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Announcing Handoff + Home Depot: Live Store Pricing in Every Estimate
Handoff + Home Depot bring live store pricing into every estimate, faster, more accurate bids with real-time, local costs directly from your trusted supplier.
U.S. to Set 50% Tariff on Copper: What This Means for Contractors
The U.S. is imposing a 50% copper tariff, impacting contractors in wiring, plumbing, HVAC, and roofing. Learn how to protect your profits with these essential tips.
Managing a High-End Custom Home Build: Avoid These 10 Common Mistakes
Avoid costly mistakes in high-end custom home builds. This guide outlines 10 common pitfalls and provides strategies to stay on schedule, within budget, and protect your margins.
How Lasting Impressions Caught a $2.5K Missed Scope Using Handoff
How one contractor used Handoff’s photo-based estimating to catch a $2,500 oversight, protect his profits, and cut quoting time in half, without changing how he works.
Future of Smart Home Integration for General Contractors
Smart home integration is the future of construction. Learn how general contractors can boost profits, win clients, and stay ahead in the smart home market.
Separated Markups, Taxes, and Discounts: Introducing Handoff's New Estimate Breakdown
Handoff’s new Estimate Breakdown lets contractors set separated labor, material, and subcontractor markups, manage taxes, and apply client-facing discounts all in one easy estimate.
How to Win More Home Remodeling Jobs With AI: A Practical Guide
Discover how home remodeling contractors can use AI to save time, impress clients, and win more jobs. Learn 5 practical AI tools to streamline proposals, leads, and follow-ups.
Turn Project Estimates into Sales with Customer Financing Options
Offer clients easy financing with Handoff + Acorn, free for Business users. No fees, no setup. Boost sales, close faster, and add it to estimates with one click.
5 Mistakes Contractors Make With Estimates (And How To Fix Them Fast)
Still quoting jobs from scratch? You’re burning time and profit. Learn 5 common estimating mistakes, and how smart contractors fix them fast with tools like Handoff.
Gen Z’s Moving In: How Builders and Remodelers Can Stay Ahead of the Game
Gen Z is reshaping homebuying with demands for authenticity, sustainability, smart tech, and flexible design, builders must adapt or risk being left behind.
NEW: AI Agents + Generate Estimates from Drawings, Photos, and More
Handoff now allows you to generate accurate estimates from drawings, photos, and other relevant files. Plus our AI is now an assistant accessible anywhere in the app
Handoff Raises $5.8M to Help Contractors Automate Their Businesses and Build Better Homes
Introducing Handoff: AI Assistant for Residential Contractors
The 2025 Local SEO Survival Guide (For General Contractors Who’d Rather Be Building Than Blogging)
This comprehensive guide shows general contractors how to dominate local search results in 2025, turning Google into their best lead generator through proven SEO strategies.
30 Ways to Generate Quality Construction Leads in 2025
Discover 30 proven ways to generate leads for your general contracting business, without wasting your marketing budget. Practical, affordable, and built for GCs like you.
Introducing Handoff Projects: Your New All-in-one Construction Management Tool
Projects turns Handoff into an all-in-one management tool for your jobs. We put estimates, proposals, change orders, and invoices in one place; and added new features!
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5 Powerful AI Tools for General Contractors That Actually Work [2025 Version]
Discover the top AI tools transforming construction—from estimating and project management to tracking tools, subs, and materials. Build smarter, not harder.
How Handoff Helped Keeler Construction Group Streamline Estimating and Boost Productivity
Keeler Construction cut estimate times by 75% using Handoff AI, boosting efficiency, client engagement, and win rates across South Side Chicago and beyond.
Beginner's Guide to Google Local Services Ads (LSAs) for General Contractors
Want more remodeling leads? Learn how Google Local Services Ads (LSAs) help contractors get verified, high-intent leads—without wasting money on clicks.
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How to Ask for a Customer Review as a General Contractor [With Examples and Templates]
Learn how to get more 5-star reviews as a contractor with proven scripts, tips, and tools to boost credibility, win jobs, and grow your business online.
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Top 5 Work Trucks for Construction Contractors [2025 Version]
Looking for the best contractor truck in 2025? We break down the top picks—from heavy-duty haulers to everyday rigs built to work as hard as you do.
Coming Soon... Handoff Projects: All-in-one Construction Management Tool
Projects will turn Handoff into an all-in-one management tool for your jobs. We're putting estimates, proposals, change orders, and invoices in one place; and adding new features!
Handyman Pricing Guide: How to Price For Maximum Profit
Learn how to price handyman jobs profitably with flat-rate, hourly, or hybrid models—plus tips for adjusting rates, avoiding mistakes, and using Handoff to estimate faster.
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Guide to 1099 Forms for Independent General Contractors [2025 Edition]
Contractors: Don’t let 1099s stress you out. This guide breaks down what you need to know about forms, deadlines, deductions, and tax tips—without the headache.
10 Questions to Ask When Qualifying Your Residential Construction Leads
Tired of wasting time on unqualified leads? Learn the top 10 questions contractors should ask to qualify leads faster and close more high-quality jobs.
Top 10 General Contractor Marketing Agencies to Consider in 2025
Looking to grow your construction business in 2025? Here are 10 top marketing agencies that specialize in helping general contractors get more leads and clients.
Deck Protection Upgrades That Save Time and Prevent Costly Callbacks
Keep your deck safe and strong for years. Learn how sealing, staining, painting, and simple maintenance can help prevent costly repairs and extend its life.
Handoff Has You Covered on Price Increases From New Tariffs
With material price swings incoming due to President Trump's sweeping tariff agenda going into effect this weekend, Handoff has you covered.
Tech Trends Every Small Contractor Should Know: 2025
In 2025, emerging tech like AI, 3D modeling, drones, and VDC is helping small contractors boost productivity, cut costs, and thrive in a changing construction industry.
10 Home Renovation Trends to Promote to Your Clients in 2025
Home remodeling is booming in the U.S., with trends like spa baths, bold colors, and smart tech driving demand. Stay ahead with 2025's top 10 renovation ideas.
11 Tax Deductions for Small Construction Businesses in 2025
Save money this tax season! Discover 11 must-know tax write-offs for contractors and remodelers in 2025—from tools and trucks to software, supplies, and more.
March 2025 Updates and Roadmap
Handoff is adding several project management features to dramatically improve your Handoff experience. Check out what's coming soon.
How to Offer Financing as a Residential Construction Contractor in 2025
Close more deals and boost cash flow by offering financing. Learn how to set it up, partner with lenders, and grow your remodeling business.
Business Expense Categories for Home Remodelers: A Complete Guide
A practical guide for home remodelers on categorizing business expenses to improve financial tracking, maximize tax deductions, and avoid common bookkeeping mistakes.
5 Questions to Consider Before Buying an Estimating Software for Your Residential Remodeling Business
Choosing estimating software: use these 5 essential questions when considering a solution to power construction estimates for your remodeling or handyman business
People Management in Construction: Tips to Keep Subs, Vendors, and Clients Happy
Master construction relationships with strategies for managing subcontractors, vendors, and clients. Build trust, improve communication, and deliver projects that exceed expectations
Handyman Services List: The Ultimate Guide To Which Handyman Services To Offer
Expand your handyman business with these high-demand services homeowners need but hate doing themselves. Stop leaving money on the table.
A Guide to Change Orders for Residential Contractors and Handymen
Protect your contracting business with effective change orders. Learn what they are, why they matter, and how to implement them with our step-by-step process and ready-to-use template.
Working with Interior Designers as a General Contractor
A practical guide for general contractors on partnering with interior designers to improve project outcomes, define roles, and build profitable relationships.
How to Set Your First Markup (Profit First for Contractors)
Learn how to set the right markup for your contracting business using the Profit First methodology
How to Stand Out to Your Clients on Special Occasions
Learn how general contractors can use AI to automate personalized client communications, celebrate special occasions, and strengthen relationships that lead to more referrals
Handoff Now Integrates with QuickBooks
Handoff now officially integrates with QuickBooks. Connect Handoff to QuickBooks to automatically sync your estimates, invoices, and client information
5 Common Price Objections General Contractors Face and How to Overcome Them
Learn how to effectively handle and overcome price objections in home remodeling bids. Discover 5 proven strategies contractors can use to address common pricing concerns.
The 11 Best Lead Generation Directories for Contractors in Construction
Discover the 11 best lead generation websites for contractors, including detailed comparisons of platforms like Angi, Houzz, and BuildZoom.
How to Win Contracting Bids Every Time
Winning contracting bids is often the most challenging part running a residential construction business. Learn practical tips to stand out from competitors and win more projects.
Building Your Brand as a General Contractor
As a general contractor, building your brand is key to standing out in a competitive market. Prioritize these brand building strategies to grow your business.
General Contractors - 5 Step Strategy to Crush 2025
Want to 10X your residential contracting business in 2025? This complete blueprint shows you exactly how to crush your goals, maximize productivity, and build an unstoppable mindset.
Best AI Tools for General Contractors to Automate Their Business
Check out the top 7 AI tools that general contractors are implementing to grow and automate their construction businesses
How to Set Up and Optimize Your Google My Business Page
Setting up a Google My Business page is an essential step to growing a home remodeling business. Use these steps to setup and optimize your My Business page.
5 Best Software for Residential Remodeling Business
5 best softwares - from estimating apps to website builders - that every residential remodeling contractor should consider for their business in 2025
How To Use ChatGPT To Write YouTube Video Scripts To Promote Your Handyman Business
Posting YouTube videos is a popular way to grow a handyman business. ChatGPT can help any handyman produce engaging, valuable content consistently
10 New Year Resolutions for the Residential Remodeling Industry
10 New Years Resolutions that every residential remodeling contractor should consider in 2025 - from automating your business to digital marketing strategies
20 Handyman Marketing Tips To Grow Your Business
Grow any handyman business with these 20 marketing tips, with examples
Product Updates: December Improvements
December's releases include significant improvements to AI Chat and AI Presets. Plus, users can now drag and drop groups in estimates and proposals
5 Facebook Ad Ideas To Get Leads For Your Remodeling Business
Facebook ads are a key way to drive leads for remodeling businesses. Learn how to create before-and-after ads, offer lead magnets, showcase testimonials, and more.
5 ChatGPT Prompts To Help Give You Video Content Ideas
Try these 5 ChatGPT prompts to help you generate video content ideas for marketing your remodeling business
How To Start A Blog For Your Home Remodeling Business
Learn how to start a blog for your home remodeling business to reach more clients and showcase your expertise
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