How Updating Your BuiltGrid Projects Helps You Get Faster, More Accurate Quotes
When jobs are moving fast, it’s easy for your BuiltGrid project list to get messy — a few that have started, a few that fell through, a few waiting for new dates. But when old projects stay open, they can quietly work against you.
Trades rely on accurate project information to decide which jobs to quote. If a project looks inactive or uncertain, they’ll hesitate or skip it altogether. Keeping your projects up to date isn’t just good housekeeping — it’s how you get faster, sharper quotes and keep trades engaged for the long haul.
Why Project Accuracy Builds Trade Trust
When trades log into BuiltGrid, they’re scanning for work that’s real and ready. Their time matters, and they notice which builders keep their listings accurate.
They’re asking:
- Is this job actually going ahead?
- Are the dates and scopes current?
- Will I get a response if I quote?
If a builder’s projects are out of date or left hanging, trades lose confidence. They’ve likely spent time quoting jobs that already started or were cancelled — and that frustration shapes how they respond next time.
Toby Loft, BuiltGrid Co-Founder, says:
“When a builder keeps their listings accurate, trades know they’re serious. That confidence turns into faster responses and better quote quality.”
The Hidden Cost of Inactive Projects
An inactive or outdated project list doesn’t just cause confusion — it erodes quote performance across your network:
- You lose visibility. Trades see multiple jobs from the same builder and can’t tell which are live, so they hold off quoting.
- You waste time and goodwill. Trades who quote inactive jobs may not bother next time.
- You risk reputation. Builders who don’t close or update projects start being viewed as “low response,” even when they’re just busy.
The result? Slower quote turnaround, less competitive pricing, and reduced trade engagement — all because of a few inactive listings.
How to Keep Your BuiltGrid Projects Fresh
Keeping your projects up to date is quick and pays off instantly. Here’s a simple routine:
- Log in weekly. Take a minute to scan your project dashboard for jobs that have started, been awarded, or paused.
- Update project status. Mark each job as active, awarded, started, on hold, or completed.
- Adjust details. If dates, scopes, or stages have shifted, edit them so trades can quote accurately.
- Close completed projects. This keeps your dashboard clear and shows trades you run a tight process.
You can do this in under two minutes — but it has a lasting impact on how trades view your business.
The Payoff: Faster, More Accurate Quotes
When your project data is current, everything improves:
- Faster responses: Trades quote quicker because they trust your listings.
- Better accuracy: Updated scopes mean less guesswork and fewer price variations.
- Higher engagement: Trades prefer quoting for builders who communicate clearly.
- Cleaner pipeline: Your quote activity and timelines stay organised and easy to track.
It’s a simple loop — accurate data leads to better quotes, which leads to smoother builds.
Small Habit, Big Impact
Every builder knows the pain of chasing quotes. But often, the problem isn’t availability — it’s clarity.
Builders who consistently update their BuiltGrid projects signal reliability and respect for trade time. That reputation compounds. Over time, you’ll notice faster responses, more consistent engagement, and stronger relationships across your trade network.
Take Two Minutes to Build More Trust
If you haven’t reviewed your BuiltGrid projects lately, now’s the time.
✅ Log in and update your project statuses
✅ Manage your active quotes
✅ Keep your listings current — and your network performing at its best.
A few quick updates today can save hours of chasing quotes tomorrow.