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Accounting & Tax for Contractors and Trades in Utah

Bookkeeping, tax, and planning built for the way trades actually run, from job costs and subs to equipment, vehicles, and payroll.

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What you get

Trades businesses do not struggle because the work is bad. They struggle because the numbers are messy: job costs are unclear, subcontractor paperwork piles up, equipment and vehicle deductions get missed, and cash is tight even when the schedule is full.

We work with contractors and trades across Utah to keep the books clean, the taxes optimized, and the cash flow visible, so you actually know which jobs make money and keep more of what you earn.

What's included

Job-level bookkeeping so you see profit per project
Subcontractor tracking and 1099 filing
Equipment, tools, and vehicle deduction strategy
Payroll setup and support for your crew
Quarterly tax planning to avoid cash crunches
Entity and S-corp review as you grow

Why it matters

The difference it makes

Know your job margins

See which jobs and crews actually make money, not just total revenue.

Capture trade deductions

Equipment, tools, mileage, and vehicles handled correctly, not missed.

Smooth out cash flow

Plan for taxes and slow seasons so a busy schedule does not mean an empty account.

Built for the trades

Subs, 1099s, and payroll handled by people who understand how trades run.

Transparent, up-front pricing

We quote contractor bookkeeping after a quick health check, and business returns generally start at $750. You get a clear scope and price before any work begins.

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Service area

Contractors & Trades across Utah County & the Wasatch Front

5D provides contractors & trades to businesses and individuals throughout Utah County and the surrounding Wasatch Front. Most of our work happens securely online, so you get the same team whether you are down the street or across the valley. Find your city:

FAQ

Contractors & Trades questions

Still unsure? Ask us directly.

Do you understand job costing for contractors?

Yes. We set up your books so you can see profit by job, not just one lump number, which is the only way to know which work and which crews are actually making you money.

How do you handle subcontractors and 1099s?

We track subcontractor payments through the year, collect W-9s, and file the required 1099s at year-end, so you stay compliant and the deductions hold up.

Can I deduct my truck, tools, and equipment?

Generally yes, based on business use. Vehicles can use mileage or actual expenses, and equipment may be expensed or depreciated. We apply the right method for your situation so nothing is missed or overstated.

What trades do you work with?

General contractors, construction, concrete, electricians, plumbers, HVAC, landscapers, handymen, and other service trades across Utah.

Should my contracting business be an S-corp?

Possibly, once profit is consistently high enough. It can cut self-employment tax, but it adds payroll requirements. We run your numbers before recommending it.

How do you help with cash flow in a seasonal trade?

We plan estimated taxes, build a reserve strategy, and keep your books current so a busy season does not turn into a tax-time or slow-season cash crunch.

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