The Roofer Show

447: The One-Page Roofing Business Plan: A Simple System to Grow in 2026


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Summary / Intro

Most roofing contractors are busy — but they’re not clear.

They’re reacting instead of planning.

In this episode, I break down the One-Page Roofing Business Plan, a simple system designed to help contractors stop guessing and start making intentional decisions as they head into 2026.

This isn’t about long, complicated business plans. It’s about clarity, focus, and creating a roadmap your team can actually follow.

Show Notes

Too many roofing contractors run their businesses without a written plan — and it shows up as stress, inconsistency, and missed opportunities.

In this episode, Dave Sullivan introduces the One-Page Roofing Business Plan, a practical framework built specifically for roofing contractors and home service business owners. Instead of overwhelming spreadsheets or thick binders that never get used, this plan focuses on the few things that actually drive results.

Dave explains why clarity beats complexity, how a simple plan creates alignment across marketing, sales, production, and finances, and why most contractors struggle not because they lack effort — but because they lack direction.

The episode walks through how a one-page plan helps contractors set priorities, make better decisions, and stop chasing distractions. It also explains how planning ahead — especially going into 2026 — allows business owners to be proactive instead of constantly reacting to problems.

If you want more control, better margins, and a business that doesn’t rely entirely on you, this episode gives you a simple place to start.

Takeaways
  • Clarity is more powerful than complexity
  • A simple written plan beats no plan at all
  • One page creates focus and accountability
  • Planning reduces stress and reactive decision-making
  • Alignment across the business improves execution
  • Intentional planning leads to better profitability

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction

04:12 – Why Most Contractors Don’t Have a Plan

10:46 – The Problem With Traditional Business Plans

18:22 – What Belongs on a One-Page Plan

26:41 – How Planning Creates Better Decisions

35:05 – Using the Plan to Align Your Team

43:18 – Planning Ahead for 2026

50:54 – Final Thoughts on Business Clarity

Links Referenced in This Episode

https://theroofercoach.com

https://theroofercoach.com/resources

Companies Mentioned

Ruby Receptionists

SMA Support

Proline

👉 Download the One-Page Roofing Business Plan at

theroofercoach.com/resources

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