Skipping permits or ignoring codes may save time upfront but can lead to fines, stop-work orders, and liability later. Staying compliant protects both your business and your reputation. Have you ever had a project delayed or fined due to missing permits?

Photos and daily logs protect you if disputes arise. They show progress, prove work was done, and can save time in negotiations. Many contractors now use cloud storage for instant access. Do you document your projects daily or only at milestones?

Extra client requests or unclear contracts can destroy profits. Managing scope creep means sticking to the original agreement or renegotiating fairly before doing extra work. How do you handle clients who keep adding changes mid-project?

Clients remember how you made them feel more than the technical details. Clear communication—setting expectations, giving updates, and explaining delays—builds trust and repeat business. Do you have a system for keeping clients updated during a project?

No contractor can scale alone. Success comes from hiring and training crews that can do the work as well, or better than you. A strong team lets you take on bigger jobs and focus on strategy instead of daily labor. How do you attract and keep good workers in a competitive labor market?