From missed decisions to scattered updates, there’s a reason the old way of managing builds feels broken.
Spreadsheets. Group texts. That one email thread that somehow became the hub for the entire project.
For years, builders have made it work by patching together tools that weren’t really built for building. But now, with projects growing more complex and client expectations on the rise, the cracks are starting to show.
The Reality
Custom home building is a team sport.
Designers, vendors, homeowners, and trades all need to stay aligned. When your tools don’t talk to each other, no one’s on the same page. We hear it all the time:
- Selections get missed or approved twice
- Trades show up with outdated plans
- Clients get frustrated chasing answers
- Builders spend hours digging through old messages
This isn’t a user error problem. It’s an outdated systems problem, and it’s costing you time, money, and trust.
What Builders Need Now
We’ve been in the trenches, talking to builders, trades, and project managers across the country. Here's what the most efficient teams have in common:
✅ A centralized workspace for communication, documentation, selections, and floorplans
✅ Real-time visibility for every stakeholder without overwhelming anyone
✅ A structured post-build process that supports clients without reinventing the wheel each time
And this isn’t just theory. Builders are seeing measurable results.
Moser Homes reduced unnecessary onsite visits by 90% after centralizing documentation with Digs.
👉 Read the full case study
Williams Contracting saves 40–50 hours per project by cutting back on rework and back-and-forth.
👉 See how they build smarter
The more aligned you are upfront, the fewer surprises down the road. And when something does go sideways (because it always does), having clean documentation turns chaos into just another checkbox.
📊 What Are Top Builders Planning for 2025?
We’ve partnered with the Association of Professional Builders to bring you early access to one of the most valuable resources of the year: the State of Residential Construction Industry (SORCI) 2025 Report.
Inside, you’ll find insights like:
- Margin expectations and profitability trends for next year
- Average gross profit benchmarks
- The marketing strategies bringing in the most profitable leads
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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.
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