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If you're setting up a new building company, here's a check list of things to consider from your business logo and van signage to how you are going to drive new business, as well as finding money and IT for start-up builders. There's also sources of business advice and links to useful websites.

Setting up your business

Get a logo
Your image says everything about your business in an instant.
Order Stationary
Make your mark and create the right impression every time.
Get a website
Sell yourself 24/7 with an informative, descriptive website.
Get van signage
Be known everywhere you go with a moving advertisement.
Get your business noticed - marketing
Helping building firms get that all important invitation to quote using professional branding and promotion.
Get your business noticed - in the press
How to get free publicity in your local media.
Find new business
A whole heap of ways to find new business.
Get your work accredited as a quality builder
Prove your skill and good business standing through accreditation with a trade body.
Estimate jobs accurately, stick to the build program & make a profit!
Estimating and project management software to save you time and improve your quote accuracy.
Save money on building materials
Don’t pay more than you need to! Join a buying club so you get the most competitive price on building materials.
Put building contracts in place with your customers
Give your customers confidence and protect your business interests with software to easily produce building contracts.
Keep building sites safe for employees, subcontractors and public
Health & safety software to show the HSE and your customers you fulfil your CDM requirements.
Put in place an accounting system
Get your accounts in order and don’t miss CIS deadlines with accounting software just for builders.
Don’t pay over the odds on your business insurance
Good value commercial insurance for your business.
See if you can save money on your van insurance
Insurance for your commercial vehicle, whether used for work or pleasure.
Get finance for your building projects
Ensure that you have the right development finance in place for your next project.
Telephone Answering in your Company's name
Capture more enquires, increase your efficiency. 67% off set-up fees.

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