Record the typical delivery time per job

If you don't know how long your work actually takes, you'll underprice it and overpromise. Tracking your real timing is the foundation of accurate quotes and a schedule that holds.

Do this

1. Time your next few jobs from start to finish — be honest.
2. Include the hidden parts: travel, setup, cleanup, follow-up.
3. Find your typical range for each type of job.
4. Use those real numbers to quote and schedule.

Time-Tracking Quick Guide

For your next 3-5 jobs, note:

Start time → End time + Travel time + Setup/prep + Cleanup + Follow-up/admin

Total = the REAL time the job takes.

Most owners underestimate by 20-40% because they forget the edges. Use your true average to price and schedule — not the best case.