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Kraftworks is a growth partner for trade businesses in Texas. We help plumbers, HVAC technicians, cleaners, electricians, roofers, landscapers, and other contractors get set up legally with an LLC, get found online through Google and a professional website, hire the right workers, and access up to $10,000 in business funding. Think of us as your business team behind the scenes.

Getting set up with an LLC starts at $150 plus the Texas state filing fee of approximately $300. Our online visibility packages start at $500 one-time. Funding is available up to $10,000 depending on your business profile. Every service is priced transparently with no hidden fees.

Absolutely. Most of our clients are already operating and doing real work. We help you formalize, get found online, hire the right people, and access capital regardless of whether you are just starting out or have been in business for years.

We work with all home service and trade businesses: plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians, cleaners, roofers, landscapers, contractors, handymen, and more. If you do hands-on work for clients in Texas, we can help you grow.

No. Every Kraftworks service is available a la carte with no long-term commitment required. You pick what you need, when you need it. No bundles, no pressure, no lock-in.

The easiest way is to book a free 30-minute consultation using the button at the top of any page. You can also fill out the form on the service page you are interested in, text us at (346) 504-4637, or email info@kraftworks.app. We will get back to you within 24 hours.

Most LLCs are filed within 2 to 3 business days once we receive your information. We handle the entire process. The Texas Secretary of State typically processes filings within a few business days after submission.

An EIN is an Employer Identification Number issued by the IRS. It is essentially a Social Security Number for your business. You need one to open a business bank account, hire employees, apply for business credit, and file business taxes. Kraftworks handles your EIN registration as part of the LLC setup at no extra charge.

As a sole proprietor, your personal assets are at risk if something goes wrong on a job. If a client sues you or your business has debt, your personal savings, home, and belongings are on the line. An LLC creates a legal separation between you and your business, protecting everything you own personally. An LLC also makes it much easier to open a business bank account, build business credit, and qualify for funding.

To form an LLC in Texas you need your full legal name, a registered agent address in Texas, your desired business name, and payment for the state filing fee of approximately $300. Kraftworks collects all this information from you through a simple form, handles all the paperwork, and files on your behalf. Most clients spend under 10 minutes on their end.

Yes. Filing for an LLC does not stop you from working. You can continue taking jobs and running your business while the paperwork is being processed. Once the LLC is approved, you simply start operating under the new business entity going forward.

Most lenders and funding platforms require a registered business entity, which means an LLC or similar structure. Operating as a sole proprietor significantly limits your access to business capital. Getting your LLC in place is one of the most important first steps toward accessing funding, building business credit, and growing your business.

The Starter package at $500 includes Google Business Profile setup, Yelp setup, a 1 to 3 page website, domain, business email, and basic SEO. The Complete package at $650 adds Instagram and Facebook setup plus 8 social posts written for your first month. The Trust Boost package at $750 adds a Google and Yelp review system, a review request script, and a hiring playbook with a job template.

Most Kraftworks visibility setups are complete within 48 to 72 hours of receiving your information and content. Your website is live within 48 hours. Google Business Profile and Yelp setups are typically complete the same day we receive your details.

Yes. A Google Business Profile gets you found in local search, but a website gives customers a place to learn more, see your work, and contact you directly. Customers who find both a GBP and a professional website are significantly more likely to trust you and make the call. Together they are far more effective than either one alone.

Local SEO is the process of making your business show up when someone in your city searches for your trade on Google. For example, if a homeowner in Houston searches for HVAC repair near me, local SEO determines whether your business or a competitor appears first. Kraftworks builds local SEO into every visibility setup from day one, including consistent business information across all platforms and keyword-optimized descriptions written for your specific trade and city.

The most effective way is to ask every satisfied customer directly after completing a job. The Trust Boost package includes a review request script and a system that makes it easy for customers to leave reviews on Google and Yelp. Most trade businesses see a significant increase in reviews within the first 30 days of using it consistently.

Yes. Through our Grow Your Team service and Kraftworks Career Hub, we help you post jobs, access our Texas trade talent pool, screen candidates, and handle compliance. Visit hiring.kraftworks.app to post your first job directly to trade workers looking for opportunities in Texas.

A W2 employee is someone you hire directly, withhold taxes for, and may owe benefits to. A 1099 contractor is self-employed and handles their own taxes. Misclassifying workers is one of the most common and costly mistakes small trade businesses make and can result in significant IRS penalties. Kraftworks walks you through the difference and helps you make the right call for your specific situation.

Timeline varies depending on the role and your location in Texas, but most trade business owners using Kraftworks and the Career Hub have their first screened candidates within a few days of posting the job. The quality of your job post and how responsive you are to applicants also makes a big difference.

For a W2 employee you need a completed I-9 for employment eligibility, a W-4 for tax withholding, and any state-required forms. For a 1099 contractor you need a W-9. Kraftworks provides guidance on the correct documents and how to complete them so your first hire starts on solid legal ground.

Kraftworks Career Hub is a dedicated platform connecting trade workers and trade business owners in Texas. Workers can upload resumes, get AI resume reviews, and prepare for interviews. Employers can post jobs and receive pre-screened candidates from the Texas trade community. Visit career.kraftworks.app to find workers or hiring.kraftworks.app to post a job.

You fill out our simple application form on the Capital page. We review your business details and cash flow, then match you with the right funding option up to $10,000. Most clients receive a decision within 3 to 5 working days after we receive all required information. No mountains of paperwork, no long waiting periods.

Kraftworks funding is based on your business cash flow and activity rather than traditional credit scores alone. You generally need an active business with some operating history and a Texas business bank account. Having an LLC in place significantly improves your chances of approval and the amount available to you.

Most clients receive a funding decision within 3 to 5 working days after Kraftworks receives all required information. The faster you respond to any follow-up questions, the faster the process moves.

Funding can be used for any legitimate business expense including equipment purchases, payroll, supplies, vehicle expenses, marketing, insurance, and daily operating costs. There are no restrictions on how you use your working capital within your business.

Repayment terms are flexible, ranging from 3 to 12 months depending on your funding amount and business profile. There are no hidden fees. Kraftworks structures repayment to match how small operators actually run their businesses, not how banks prefer to lend.