What's Eating Your Margins in Vernon
Huge service area, tiny team. Vernon trades companies don't just serve Vernon: you're covering Coldstream, Lumby, Armstrong, Enderby, Cherryville, and the resort communities. That's a lot of windshield time. Every wasted trip costs you.
Winter roads. Highway 97 between Vernon and Kelowna in January? You know. Your crews plan around weather, but your scheduling system doesn't.
Seasonal economy. Silver Star ski season and summer tourism create demand spikes. Then the shoulder seasons go quiet. Your overhead stays the same.
Aging homes need upgrades. Vernon's older housing stock means constant renovation work. But those homeowners shop around. The first company to quote wins.
Supply chain distance. You're not next door to a major supplier. When you need parts, there's lead time. Your scheduling needs to account for that reality.