Building a Bid That Wins

5 min read

Hone your process to land more jobs

Building and winning bids is one of the most important parts of growing your painting business. After all, you’re not the only painter out there. According to a 2021 survey, 46 percent of homeowners received quotes from at least two different painters for their home. Standing out from the crowd means your bids need to impress potential customers with their preparation, their professionalism, and, yes, their price point.

Chris Moore, founder of Elite Business Advisors, and Shane Fast, owner of Renew Painting of the Carolinas, share their best practices for job estimates in the Sherwin-Williams PRO+ Training Series webinar “Estimating Like a PRO.” While crafting the perfect bid is more of an art than a science, the advice they offer can help you hone your bids and land more jobs. Continue reading Building a Bid That Wins

Here Are Three More Great Ways to Work Smarter with PRO+ductive Solutions

6 min read

Want to get the job done faster? Want to save money and time with services and tools that make your entire business run smoother? Want to build your business with the services and tools you need today plus cutting-edge solutions for tomorrow? PRO+ductive Solutions is an ongoing initiative started by Sherwin-Williams to help contractors save time, complete jobs quickly, and save money to generate more profit.

The latest additions to this part of the company’s PRO+ program include a time- and labor-saving pressure washer, virtual color consulting resources for homeowners and an advanced weather-adaptive paint that helps you be more productive on exterior projects.
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Finding the Right Roller Cover for the Job

4 min read

Boost your team’s productivity by considering these three factors

Though many painters are looking to make their teams more productive, few are aware that choosing the right roller cover can also make a big difference for their bottom line. Connie McKinney, Senior Product Manager at Sherwin-Williams, says she’s seen how much of a difference roller selection can make. Continue reading Finding the Right Roller Cover for the Job

Understanding Gloss and Sheen: A Guide for Paint Professionals

3 min read

In this article, we explore the importance of sheen and gloss, and how those qualities impact both the longevity and appearance of the paint finish. Continue reading Understanding Gloss and Sheen: A Guide for Paint Professionals

Never Guesstimate Again: The Foolproof Way to Estimate Painting Projects

6 min read

Once again in 2023, PPC is teaming up with the Painting Contractors Association (PCA) on a series of articles to help you grow and improve your painting business. This year’s theme: Productivity is the path to profitability. In this article, Jon Bryant, CEO of Paint Scout, shares his secrets for foolproof estimating.
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