Gas prices go up…

And suddenly every contractor says they need to raise prices.

But when gas prices dropped?

Nobody lowered them.

That’s the real problem.

In this episode, Ron Nussbaum breaks down one of the biggest hidden issues in construction: Most contractors don’t actually understand their pricing.

From fuel costs to labor to overhead, this episode dives into why so many construction companies operate on razor-thin margins and why small fluctuations expose much bigger operational problems.

If a small increase in cost throws your business into chaos…

This episode is for you.

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MAIN TOPICS COVERED

Why contractors panic over gas prices

The real reason small cost increases hurt businesses

Understanding construction pricing and overhead

Why most contractors undercharge

The dangers of pricing jobs emotionally

Annual and semi-annual pricing adjustments

The “8-inch floor vs 1-inch floor” analogy

Why profitability requires proactive pricing

The mindset shift construction businesses need