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How Roofing Contractors Can Win More Bids with General Contractors

August 4, 2025

Want to land more roofing jobs from general contractors? In this Q&A Mondays episode, metal roofing expert Thad Barnette sits down with Bob LaRosa, Director of Business Development from JL Moore to reveal what GCs actually look for when reviewing bids from roofing subcontractors. Whether you’re bidding on commercial or residential projects, these insider tips will help you stand out, build trust, and win more work.

From communication habits to value engineering insights, learn how to stand out during the bid process and beyond. Whether you’re just getting into commercial roofing or want to improve your GC relationships, this episode is packed with actionable advice.

What you’ll learn:

🔨 How the Bidding Process Works

🔨 What GCs Look for in a Subcontractor Bid

🔨 How Subcontractors Can Make Their Bid Stand Out

🔨 How Long the Bidding Process Takes

🔨 What Information Should Be Included in a Bid

🔨 If GCs Always Choose the Lowest Bid

🔨 What Mistakes Should Be Avoided When Placing a Bid

🔨 How Bid Request Questions Get Addressed

🔨 How Lost Bid Opportunities Should Be Handled

If you’ve ever felt like your bids go into a black hole—or want to build stronger relationships with general contractors—this episode is for you. If you want to learn more about working with GCs watch Part 1 👉 HERE

🛠️ Learn more about JL Moore: https://www.jlmooreinc.com

📲 Follow JL Moore on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/j.l.-moore-inc.

Contact Sheffield Metals today!