We’re seeing a few signals across a variety of sources that suggest house price values and consumer sentiment have correlated with demand for trades. Homeowner Anecdotes New homeow... Read more
With economic indicators like interest rates and house prices on the move, as well as unusual Covid-related dynamics, we’re keeping a close eye on various data sources. This... Read more
For something a little different, we’ve rounded up the past couple weeks’ media coverage that featured Builderscrack. Leading up to this point, various data agencies had released f... Read more
You secure a job, the work begins, and before you know it, you’re being asked to complete work outside of the original scope. How do you handle this variation? Get on and do it? Cl... Read more
When you’re a tradie who has a dependable pipeline of work – perhaps through relationships with other tradies or through strong word of mouth customer referrals, there is val... Read more
When you’re pitching for a new job, your quote or estimate forms an essential tool that separates you from other tradies and can demonstrate to a homeowner that you’re the tradie f... Read more
When reflecting on your approach, it’s good to consider how you come across to homeowners – being helpful, professional and genuine are highly valued traits. Read more
Insurance isn’t a favourite topic, but it is hard to ignore its importance. Learn which insurance you need as a tradie and best way to let homeowners know you’re insure... Read more
We all know the drill. Do the job, invoice the client, get paid. Right? Or so the story goes. Read more
We see some interesting demand trends around Christmas. Our unique insight into the state of the trade sector in New Zealand allows us to spot these trends in our system, which we... Read more