I personally prefer subcontractors because of the flexibility, scalability, and lower overhead they can provide. They can be a great option for growth and taking on additional work without immediately increasing payroll responsibilities. However, I also agree that if quality issues or recurring problems start becoming common, more direct control may be necessary. At that point, moving toward employees can make sense because it allows for stronger training, accountability, consistency, and the ability to build a team around your company standards. I also believe systems play a major role tools like inspections, photos, checklists, and clear expectations can help improve quality regardless of which route is used.
