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What changes when a builder prices for proper profit
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Construction Cost Inflation in 2026: What it means for small builders – and how to stay in control
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We put AI to the estimating test — the result was amazing.
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EstimatorXpress Update: Faster estimating, even better results
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What I want for residential builders in the UK today
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Why good Project Management is essential for every building project
What changes when a builder prices for proper profit
Most builders don’t fail because they’re bad at building. They fail because they’re not pricing properly. Or more accurately, they’re pricing to survive – not to last. They cover materials – as best they can. They cover labour – as best they can. They cross their fingers on everything else. Profit becomes an afterthought. A…
Construction Cost Inflation in 2026: What it means for small builders – and how to stay in control
I grew up in a builder’s household, so none of this is theoretical to me. My dad’s business lived and breathed the knock-on effects of every labour shortage, every material spike, every change in government policy. And 2026 is shaping up to be another one of those years where external pressures will test even the…
We put AI to the estimating test — the result was amazing.
Generic AI Chatbots are brilliant at lots of things. Drafting emails? Yes. Summarising documents? Definitely. Translating? Oui. But general-purpose Chatbots estimating a real building project from a plan using AI? Not a chance. We recently put a popular AI chatbot, Co-Pilot, which uses a ChatGPT engine through a controlled test. We used a straightforward, clear…
EstimatorXpress Update: Faster estimating, even better results
The latest EstimatorXpress update focuses on speed, accuracy, and reducing repetitive tasks – all based on real user feedback. This isn’t just about adding features – it’s about removing the everyday frustrations that slow down quoting, chip away at profit, and create unnecessary admin. Here’s what’s new. New software features Multi-Build Phase Editing Bulk edit…
What I want for residential builders in the UK today
I recently came across a story that stopped me in my tracks. It was about Alfred Nobel – yes, that Nobel, of the Nobel Prizes. Apparently, when his brother died, a newspaper accidentally published Alfred’s obituary instead. He was more than a little disappointed by how he was described. That moment made him rethink what…
Why good Project Management is essential for every building project
Project management – even the smallest build deserves a well-run plan Extensions, loft conversions, refurbishments carry the same risks as a new-build. Deadlines, budgets, subcontractors, suppliers, unexpected design changes… there’s a lot that can go wrong on a residential building project. And for many small construction businesses, profit margins can be tight. One delay, one…