r/GeneralContractor
23k members
r/GeneralContractor is a subreddit with 23k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses general contractor, construction, contractor, gc, and systems, and they frequently recommend/review scheduling software, takeoff software, and programs.
Discussion group for all things related to being a general contractor
Popular Themes in r/GeneralContractor
#1
Advice Requests
: "Advice for someone making a career change to trades at 38?"
8 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "Is anyone using any type of PM/CM software?"
3 posts
Popular Topics in r/GeneralContractor
#1
General Contractor
: "General Contractor poor communication/ PM"
6 posts
#2
Construction
: "How does your company actually manage Construction & demolition waste documentation?"
5 posts
#3
Contractor
: "Has anyone ever done a background check on a Contractor before hiring them?"
4 posts
#4
Gc
2 posts
#5
Systems
: "Systems that work"
2 posts
#6
General Contracting
: "Desert Crest General Contracting LLC"
2 posts
#7
License
: "FL GC License process"
2 posts
#8
Pre Inspection
: "Pre Inspection Help, is this a major issue?"
2 posts
#9
Communication
: "I’m looking to learn from experienced contractors and project managers. What Communication habits have helped you build trust with clients? How do you handle updates, delays, change orders, and unexpected costs while keeping clients confident and satisfied?"
2 posts
#10
Project Manager
: "I’m looking to learn from experienced contractors and Project Managers. What communication habits have helped you build trust with clients? How do you handle updates, delays, change orders, and unexpected costs while keeping clients confident and satisfied?"
2 posts
Products Discussed in r/GeneralContractor
Scheduling Software
10 reviews
#1
BuilderTrend
4.0★ from 2 reviews
#2
Procore
4.0★ from 1 review
#3
Buildxact
5.0★ from 1 review
Takeoff Software
8 reviews
#1
Buildertrend
4.0★ from 2 reviews
#2
FocusedQ
4.0★ from 1 review
#3
Autodesk
4.0★ from 1 review
Programs
7 reviews
#1
Microsoft Excel
4.0★ from 2 reviews
#2
Microsoft Project
4.0★ from 2 reviews
#3
Bluebeam
4.0★ from 2 reviews
Member Growth in r/GeneralContractor
Yearly
+10k members(80.1%)
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Last updated: July 11, 2026