The real reason tradies lose money (it's not the materials)
Most tradies think they're losing margin on materials. They're not.
The real leak? Underpricing labour. Every single time.
I've watched builders quote a deck at $4,500 when the timber alone is $2,800. That leaves $1,700 for labour, transport, waste, and profit. On a 3-day job with a helper, you're basically paying yourself $30/hr before tax.
Here's the thing — customers don't actually care if you charge more. They care if you can explain why. A confident, itemised quote wins over a low-ball guess every time.
That's why I built MarginMate. It helps you:
→ Price every job component so nothing gets missed
→ Find the cheapest quality materials from local suppliers
→ See your actual margin before you commit to a quote
5-day free trial, no card required. If you've ever finished a job and thought "I should've charged more" — this is for you.
