Builders & Subcontractors

The Growing Market of Disaster Preparedness

Disasters are happening more often and costing more every year. For contractors, this isn’t just a challenge—it’s a $384.9 billion global market by 2033. In the U.S. alone, there were 28 separate billion-dollar disasters in 2023. That means constant demand for qualified builders who can prepare, respond, and rebuild.

The Opportunity

  • Disaster recovery margins average 35–50%, compared to 10–20% in general construction.

  • FEMA and local governments contract directly with local businesses for debris removal, temporary housing, infrastructure, and reconstruction.

  • Homeowners and insurers are actively seeking trusted contractors who can deliver resilient, code-compliant work.

How BuildSOS Positions You for Success

Membership is free and gives you the tools, training, and network to stand out in this booming market:

  • Verification & BuildSOS ID – show clients and insurers you’re legit with verified license, insurance, and background checks.

  • FortiGuide – step-by-step support to achieve IBHS Fortified verification.

  • Education – 52 weeks of contractor tips and interactive lessons in the RESILIENCE Game (Contractor Edition).

  • Preferred Pricing – save up to 31% at Home Depot plus Milwaukee members-only tool pricing.

  • Market Access – BuildSOS reaches out to communities after disasters to connect them with verified contractors.

  • Business Tools – build estimates with real-time Home Depot pricing and integrate photos, build your estimates in Contractor Tools, and more.

Why It Matters

Our membership has grown from 1,600 to over 4,800 contractors in just over 12 months, proving that builders want more than just discounts—they want a community. With BuildSOS, you can:

  • Grow your business and strengthen your community.

  • Win jobs with higher margins and less risk.

  • Be ready when the next storm hits.

Join Free Today

BuildSOS helps contractors do more than survive in a competitive market.  We help you lead it. Sign up today and get the tools, education, and visibility to grow profitably while making your community more resilient.