[CASE STUDY] How JobProgress App Helped Double D Construction Be More Profitable

JobProgress helped Double D do more with less time, make fewer mistakes, communicate better and collaborate with less stress

November 29, 2018

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In mid 2015, after spending 25+ years serving New Jersey homeowners with roofing, siding & home improvements, GAF Certified Master Elite Contractor Dennis Darrow, founder of DOUBLE D Construction, began using the JOBPROGRESS platform.

Dennis’ goal was to grow profits, work a lot less and reduce stress related to successful business ownership. Dennis also wanted to position Double D for future stability and growth. Training was easy, most employees trained themselves and getting up and running took very little effort.

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