The Construction Startup Guide
Learn how to transform your skills into a thriving construction business.
How to Get into Construction
Getting your first job in construction may not be as difficult as you might first imagine. Those who are willing to start in an entry-level position stand to gain initial experience and begin learning the skills that can lead to promotions and growth up the ladder.
Learn more about the educational opportunities and find out tips of how to break into the construction field.
What Do Construction Workers Do?
Guide to Construction Job Titles
How to Become a Builder
How to Become a General Contractor
Guide to the Top Construction Schools
Guide to Construction Certifications
Networking in Construction
One Simple Solution for Construction Pros
How to Break Ground on Your Own Construction Business
It’s not unusual for home builders who gain the experience and know-how of the construction trade to strike out on their own. Starting your own business means you can be your own boss, and provides the chance to create your personal brand of building for years to come. It is a pursuit that is rarely dull, and as challenging as it is rewarding.
Learn what kind of construction ventures are most common, and what it takes to run your own company
Jumpstart your business with these free, downloadable construction templates
FREE CONSTRUCTION TEMPLATES
Free Template: Complete Guide to Construction Purchase Orders
FREE CONSTRUCTION TEMPLATES
Free Template: The Ultimate Guide to Construction Budgeting
FREE CONSTRUCTION TEMPLATES
Free Template: Construction Timesheet & How-To Guide
FREE CONSTRUCTION TEMPLATES
Free Template: How to Do a Construction Invoice
FREE CONSTRUCTION TEMPLATES
Free Template: How to Do a Construction Estimate
FREE CONSTRUCTION TEMPLATES
Free Template: How to Write a Construction Scope of Work
FREE CONSTRUCTION TEMPLATES
Free Template: Complete Guide to Construction Change Orders
FREE CONSTRUCTION TEMPLATES
Free Template: The Complete Guide to Construction Quotes
FREE CONSTRUCTION TEMPLATES
Free Template: Construction Payment Schedule Template & How-To Guide
How to Take Your Business to the Next Level
Growing a construction business takes time, dedication and creativity. Learn everything you need to know about hiring, pricing jobs, marketing, finding leads, managing projects, harnessing high-tech tools, networking throughout the industry and more.
How to Do Construction Takeoffs
How to Manage Construction Projects
How to Grow a Construction Company
How to Increase Sales in Construction
How to Advertise Your Construction Business
Construction PR Tips
Social Media for Construction Businesses
How to Do Email Marketing for Construction
Construction Website Inspiration
How to Get More Construction Leads
Technology in Construction
Guide to Sustainability in Construction
HOUZZ PRO SUCCESS STORY
From digitalised takeoffs to collaborative tracking, learn how innovative software streamlined this business
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Construction is a rewarding career that lets you channel your creative energy and skills into building new things and giving tired, dated living spaces a makeover. Let your construction career adventure begin!
Both experienced and aspiring residential construction pros look to Houzz Pro as an expert resource for helping their businesses grow and thrive. It's community of professionals who regularly share tips, advice and insights. It's an all-in-one business software to grow your business and keep your sales pipeline full with new clients. Start a free trial of Houzz Pro to see how it can work for you.
Legal Disclaimer: Keep in mind, we aren’t your lawyers, so we can't give you or your organisation legal advice. This startup guide represents Houzz's interpretation of some industry best practices. Please note that compliance with the law, may depend on your particular use case and will likely be fact and context-specific. The information contained in these start-up guides should not be relied upon as legal advice or to determine how to enter into a commercial contract with a client. We encourage you to seek guidance from your legal counsel with regard to how these start-up guides may or may not apply specifically to your business or organisation and how to ensure compliance with the law and protect yourself. This information is provided “as-is” and may be updated or changed without notice. You may copy and use this content for your internal, reference purposes only.