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EPISODE 428:

Trying to scale your construction business in 2026 but feeling stretched thinner than ever?

Many builders, remodelers, and general contractors try to grow by hiring more people or chasing more work, only to see construction profit margins shrink and chaos increase.

In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge Podcast, Todd DeWalt breaks down three construction business mistakes that quietly hold contractors back as they try to scale. These issues don't always show up on financial statements, but they directly impact control, capacity, and long-term construction business strategy.

You'll learn why scaling a contracting business without clear systems and accountability often makes things worse, how weak pre-construction processes create field problems, and which leading indicators in construction actually signal whether growth will help or hurt your business. Todd also explains the 3-legged stool every builder needs to scale without sacrificing profit or freedom.

If you're a construction business owner doing solid revenue but still feeling overwhelmed, this episode will help you simplify operations, remove chaos, and rethink how to grow sustainably in 2026.

👉 If growth feels harder than it should, listen closely.

Key Takeaways:

Scale Without Sacrificing Profit, Control, or Freedom (00:00)

Pitfall #1: Hiring More People Without Systems (04:07)

The 3-Legged Stool: Accountability Chart (04:49)

The 3-Legged Stool: Playbook (07:10)

The 3-Legged Stool: The Big Five (09:06)

Hidden Metric #1: Owner Interruption Count (19:30)

Pitfall #2: Chasing More Work Too Soon (20:40)

Pitfall #3: The "Just Enough to Start" Trap (25:41)

Hidden Metric #2 + How to Scale the Right Way (34:12)

Recap and next steps (35:09)

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EPISODE 427: If it feels like something's off in your construction business, like you're working your butt off, but profit isn't where it should be, jobs are dragging on, and you are always being pulled into every little decision, you need to listen to this episode. It might sting a little... but it could change everything.

I'm breaking down 4 simple, unconventional metrics that explain a scary amount of what you're dealing with. They don't show up on your P&L, your balance sheet, or in a report from your CPA.

These are the reasons you don't have time: you're stuck putting out fires, and your business feels like it can't run without you.

Each one of these metrics relates directly to a design problem in your business. I'll walk you through how to measure them, why they matter, and how they reveal the root causes behind the chaos.

👉 Tune in and let's get to work.

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Owner interruption count (04:53)

Handoff completeness score (09:11)

Dead day count (16:13)

Daily overhead burn (22:09)

Recap and next steps (24:31)

Additional Resources:

⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HERE

⚡Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment HERE

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The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time.

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EPISODE 426: Mike was running a $5 million custom home building company, but it felt like he was running on fumes.

Even with steady referrals, a solid team, and growing demand, he and his VP were stuck in chaos. Firefighting every day and turning away work they wanted to take. The bank account did not match the effort.

After a single evaluation, we unlocked $400,000 in hidden profits, all without adding a single new project. The fix was systematization, better pre-construction planning, documented handoffs, and getting the leaders out of the operations.

If your construction business is doing $2 million or more but still feels chaotic, make sure to listen to this episode. It will change the way you think about growth.

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Real-life signs your goals are disconnected from reality (02:09)

Focus on one mission instead of a wish list (14:31)

Identify what would break if your goal succeeded (17:24)

5-minute action plan to identify your constraint (20:52)

Additional Resources:

⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HERE

⚡Download your free Strategic Planning Guide HERE

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The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time.

Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode!