Estimating Edge

Q8: Does the Software Company Have a History in the Industry?

October 5, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. Be sure that the software company you choose has a proven track record. Our friends at the Estimating Edge know software and they know roofing companies. They recently developed an e-book that helps roofing contractors ask the right questions when it is time to choose software ...

S2:E40 Joe Pettit and Mike Mouw - The Power of the Edge- PODCAST TRANSCRIPTION

October 2, 2020 at 10:31 a.m.

Editor's note: The following is the transcript of an interview with Joe Pettit and Mike Mouw, from Estimating Edge. You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast here. Karen Edwards: Hello everyone, this is Karen Edwards, editor at RoofersCoffeeShop. And joining me today are two guests from The ...

Q7: What Does the Industry Say about the Software?

September 28, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. Reading reviews and talking to other contractors about the software is key. Our friends at the Estimating Edge know software and they know roofing companies. They recently developed an e-book that helps roofing contractors ask the right questions when it is time to choose software for ...

Q6: Does the Software Company Offer Knowledgeable Support Teams, Training and Service?

September 18, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. Support can make or break a software platform. Our friends at the Estimating Edge know software and they know roofing companies. They recently developed an e-book that helps roofing contractors ask the right questions when it is time to choose software for their businesses. Over the next few months, we are ...

Q5: Does the Software Company Have Experience in Commercial Roofing?

September 11, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. If they don't understand the intracicies of commercial roofing, it's likely not the best fit. Our friends at the Estimating Edge know software and they know roofing companies. They recently developed an e-book that helps roofing contractors ask the right questions when it is time to ...

Q4: Does it Fit the Roofing Company’s Employees, Processes or Workflow?

August 24, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. If you're employees aren't involved in the process, you might have a harder time implementing the solution. Our friends at the Estimating Edge know software and they know roofing companies. They recently developed an e-book that helps roofing contractors ask the right questions when it is ...

Q3: Is the Software Scalable and Does it Allow Employees to Work Remotely?

August 17, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. The ability to work remotely has become more important than ever. Our friends at the Estimating Edge know software and they know roofing companies. They recently developed an e-book that helps roofing contractors ask the right questions when it is time to choose software for their ...

Expert Tips on Breaking into Commercial Roofing

July 31, 2020 at 2:00 p.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. Industry veterans share advice for residential roofing contractors who are interested in adding commercial roofing. Many roofing contractors get started in residential roofing and after a few years of success are interested in getting into the commercial side of the business. We decided to interview the ...

Q2: Does it Have an Open, Scalable Platform?

July 11, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

It's important that any software be able to grow with your business. Our friends at the Estimating Edge know software and they know roofing companies. They recently developed an e-book that helps roofing contractors ask the right questions when it is time to choose software for their businesses. Over the next ...

Training an Estimator: Four Steps to Success

July 1, 2020 at 2:00 p.m.

So you’ve hired a new estimator but they don’t have any experience? What were you thinking? It was too hard to find someone with experience? Yes. Often it is hard. There are advantages and disadvantages to hiring someone with no experience. An advantage is that you have a fresh mind—one that is trainable ...