How to Add Multi-Family & Commercial to Your Residential Business

Download our Fast Growth Roadmap for Painting Contractors: https://paintingbusinesspro.com/fast-... Download Million Dollar Painting Contractor Case Studies Here → https://paintingbusinesspro.com/case-... If you’ve been thinking about getting into commercial painting - then this episode of the Painting Business Pro Podcast is a must-listen. We sat down with Chris Elliott, a veteran, business owner, and commercial painting expert, who shared the truth about commercial painting: the big wins, the harsh lessons, and the best-kept secrets from his journey. They did $6.5M last year, with a mix of commercial and residential painting. Here are some of the nuggets he shared: You’re bound to lose money on a commercial job at some point. So, you better be prepared for that before you get into commercial. Estimating is crucial to success in commercial, because one little mistake can turn a profitable job into a big loss. The cash flow is much different on commercial, requiring accrual accounting rather than simple cash accounting. Insights into commercial sales with specific recommendations on marketing, sales, and building relationships with clients. The importance of building strong relationships with vendors, and the 3 vendors he focuses on specifically. Chris doesn’t just talk theory—he’s in the trenches. And his insights could save you thousands in costly mistakes.