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Close Rate

Close rate is the percentage of estimates or quotes you turn into actual paying jobs — if you give 10 estimates and win 3 jobs, your close rate is 30%.

Full Definition

Your close rate tells you how good you are at converting interested prospects into customers. It's calculated by dividing the number of jobs you actually get by the total number of estimates you provide, then multiplying by 100. A higher close rate means you're either better at selling or attracting higher-quality leads who are more likely to buy.

Formula

jobsWon / estimatesGiven * 100

jobsWon= number of estimates that turned into actual paying jobs

estimatesGiven= total number of estimates or quotes provided

Example

Concrete contractor gives 16 estimates in a month and wins 4 jobs. Close rate = 4 ÷ 16 × 100 = 25%. At $8,000 average job value, those 4 jobs = $32,000 revenue from $672 in lead costs (16 leads × $42 CPL).

For Contractors

Why It Matters

Your close rate directly impacts your revenue and profitability. If you're spending $42 per lead for concrete work and only closing 1 out of 5 estimates (20% close rate), each job costs you $210 in marketing. Improve that to 3 out of 5 estimates (60% close rate) and each job only costs $70 in marketing — that's $140 more profit per job on $8,000 average concrete projects.

Real-World Example

A concrete contractor in Phoenix gets 20 leads per month at $42 each ($840 total spend). With the industry average 25% close rate, he closes 5 jobs worth $40,000 total revenue. If he improves his close rate to 35% through better sales skills, he'd close 7 jobs worth $56,000 — that's $16,000 more revenue per month from the same marketing spend.

Common Mistakes

-Counting every phone call as a 'quote opportunity' when many callers aren't serious buyers or qualified prospects
-Not tracking which types of jobs or lead sources have higher close rates, missing opportunities to focus on the most profitable work
-Giving estimates to unqualified prospects who can't afford the work, which artificially lowers your close rate
-Comparing your close rate to industry averages without considering your average job size — higher-value jobs typically have lower close rates

What to Do

Start tracking your close rate this week by creating a simple spreadsheet with three columns: Date, Estimate Given (Yes/No), Job Won (Yes/No). After 30 days, calculate your close rate and identify patterns — which types of jobs, lead sources, or time periods have the highest close rates, then focus more effort there.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's a good close rate for concrete contractors?

The average close rate for concrete contractors is around 25%, but this varies significantly by job type. Decorative concrete and specialty work often sees 35-45% close rates, while basic driveways might be 15-25%. Focus more on improving your rate than hitting a specific number.

Should I count phone estimates in my close rate?

Only count estimates where you've had meaningful contact with a qualified prospect. A 2-minute phone call asking for a ballpark price isn't the same as a detailed on-site estimate. Track 'qualified estimates' separately from general inquiries for more accurate metrics.

How can I improve my close rate without lowering prices?

Focus on better lead qualification (don't estimate for people who can't afford your work), improve your presentation with photos of past work, provide detailed written estimates that show value, and follow up within 24 hours. Sometimes just being more responsive than competitors wins jobs.

Why is my close rate lower for online leads vs referrals?

Referral leads typically have higher close rates (often 50%+) because they come pre-sold by someone who trusts you. Online leads are 'colder' and often price shopping multiple contractors. This is normal — just factor it into your cost calculations when comparing lead sources.

How often should I track my close rate?

Check your close rate monthly to spot trends, but don't panic over weekly fluctuations. Look for patterns by lead source, job type, and season. Many concrete contractors see lower close rates in winter when fewer people are thinking about outdoor projects.