The Countfire blog

Remote working is very relevant right now in the face of coronavirus. Here’s how cloud-based software is enabling work to continue from home:

The Energy Company Obligation (ECO) is currently on its third iteration. Here’s what electrical contractors should know:

What can you expect when you step into a new electrical estimator role? We’ve rounded up some thoughts on the job role and requirements:

Smart lighting choices can make a big difference for businesses. Here’s what contractors can talk to their clients about:

Do you know how to use takeoff software to maximise your investment? We’ve got a few best practices for getting the most from Countfire:

Looking for takeoff software for Mac or other great Mac-based software for work? We’re looking at a few key tips:

Referral business often forms a large part of the work for small businesses. Here’s how you can get more electrical estimating referrals:

Being highly productive is an important trait for electrical estimators. Here are some tips for ramping up productivity:

Electrical estimators must be able to accurately estimate labour costs. Underestimating labour is a common and costly mistake.