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Using a Line of Credit to Complete More Jobs and Grow Your Construction Business

Construction businesses often face cash flow challenges due to costly overhead expenses—think labor, materials, equipment, and insurance.

Matthew Elling

October 25, 2024

From my years of experience providing millions in credit facilities to construction companies across the U.S., I’ve seen firsthand how critical access to affordable capital is in this industry. Construction businesses often face cash flow challenges due to costly overhead expenses—think labor, materials, equipment, and insurance. With these ongoing costs, along with payment schedules that are often delayed, it’s no wonder contractors experience cash flow gaps that strain their resources.

This is where a revolving line of credit can make all the difference. Unlike a one-time loan, a line of credit provides flexible access to funds, so contractors can cover expenses as they arise and pay it back when payments come in. For companies juggling multiple projects with varying payment timelines, a revolving line of credit helps bridge these cash flow gaps, allowing business owners to keep jobs moving without financial interruptions.

With a line of credit in place, you’ll be able to take on more projects with confidence, knowing you won’t be constrained by cash flow timing issues. Instead of relying on short-term loans that can eventually weigh down your cash flow, a revolving line of credit ensures that money is available for labor, materials, and other job expenses whenever you need it. This can mean the difference between maintaining steady growth and struggling to keep up.

Bidding on new projects and providing estimates also become easier when you know you have funds ready to deploy. You’re no longer in a position where you need to wait for one job to close out before mobilizing for the next. It’s about setting your business up for consistent, scalable growth.

For contractors interested in expanding their project capacity before the end of 2024, now is an ideal time to apply for a line of credit. Secure access to funds now and position yourself to take on more jobs, increase revenues, and build a more resilient business for the future.

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