If you’re a residential painting contractor, learning how to run your business comes with its share of trial and error. And sometimes, there’s plenty to learn by simply listening to other contractors talk about their challenges. Through its Advanced Shop Talk educational forums, the PDCA annually seeks to convene painting contractors to…
MoreYou’ve spent years, perhaps decades, making a name for yourself on the local or regional contracting scene, but now you think it might be a good time to sell. Maybe someone has expressed interest—or you’re considering retirement or another business venture. Most business sales can close within a few months. However, Peter…
MoreFor busy paint pros, customizing a work vehicle can seem unnecessary. But the money saved in NOT customizing your ride could compromise efficiency for you and your crew. Getting a paint pro’s vehicle right is often a collection of many small details. Just having bins or shelves in the right places or…
MoreBill Harrison, owner of A&S Painting, in Lansing, IL, has a unique perspective on closing out jobs. While some painting professionals have established checklists that demand a customer walk-through payment and numerous contract stipulations, Harrison, on the other hand, sees closing time as a paint pro’s chance to make one last good…
MoreSocial media can bring valuable exposure to any paint pro, and also open communication lines to new and existing customers; however, it’s a powerful tool that can bring some headaches, too. If you’re relatively new to social media or have had a fledgling presence online that you’re looking to boost, keep these…
MoreWith higher profit margins, due to dealing with a generally more affluent clientele, the log cabin market could be a dream niche for some paint pros. But in trying to do these jobs right, a lot can go wrong. So, in order to thrive, paint pros need to recognize the intricacies involved…
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