Building custom homes and remodeling is a balancing act. Builders must manage tight margins while still delivering quality work and excellent client experiences. It is a paradox, high potential for success yet limited room for error or waste.
Why margins matter more than ever
Even with a strong pipeline of work, builders are under pressure. Material prices are unpredictable. Labor is hard to find. Client expectations are rising. And while some of that is out of your control, how you run your business is not.
That is where the right tech comes in. Not shiny dashboards or complicated CRMs. Just tools that actually make the day to day smoother.
As McKinsey recently noted, in an industry with tight margins it is crucial for companies to clearly demonstrate and measure the cost saving benefits of their products. Builders need tools that not only streamline their workflows but also show tangible return on investment by cutting costly mistakes and rework.
How Digs helps builders stay lean and efficient
Custom home builders and remodelers using Digs have found a game changing advantage. By simplifying collaboration, providing real time updates, and centralizing selections and plans, Digs helps reduce confusion and keeps teams on the same page, literally.
Williams Contracting highlights this impact: “Just seeing the other person’s cursor on the plan that alone has changed everything. It’s better than FaceTime when you’re trying to build something.” They also say, “With Digs my team and I are both looking at the same plan. You can draw on it, leave comments, mark it up in real time. Communication has improved 100 percent.” These improvements translate to huge time savings and fewer errors. Read more here.
Builders have shared that what used to take an hour or more now only takes five minutes. And because everything is documented in Digs, there is no need to track down decisions months later when finishing the house.
Reducing costly mistakes before construction even starts
Moser Homes emphasizes how Digs prevents expensive rework: “We can all look at the same plan, the same documents, make notes, and communicate within the Digs environment, which is huge.” AJ Gavetti from Moser adds, “Our plumber loves it because everything he needs is in Digs - where to put the handheld in the shower, the rain head, pot fillers. It all comes down to time management.” This centralized access to critical specs reduces the risk of mistakes and helps keep projects on schedule. Read more here.
Better client experience with less friction
Beyond saving time and money, Digs helps builders build trust and professionalism. When clients can easily access selections, plans, and updates in one place, they feel more confident and informed. This not only improves client satisfaction but also leads to repeat business and referrals.
Williams Contracting sums it up: “Digs helps us be more profitable. We have fewer mistakes, clearer plans, and happier clients. That’s the whole game.”
Builders today cannot afford to wait on tech adoption. The combination of low margins, increasing complexity, and rising client expectations demands smarter tools that save time, reduce errors, and improve communication.
Digs is designed to help custom home builders and remodelers solve the paradox of staying lean while unlocking their full potential. With clear cost saving benefits and an easy to use platform, builders can scale their businesses confidently without compromising quality or client experience.
Digs is an AI-powered collaboration software built for homebuilders. From pre-con to aftercare, it keeps your team, trades, and clients aligned with one centralized workspace for decisions, documentation, digital handoff, and ongoing warranty support.
Unlock a happier home at Digs.com
