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How To Add Custom Fields And Layout For Service Maintenance In Projects

Why This Matters

Keeping your projects organized and moving through stages smoothly is key to running an efficient operation. This feature helps your team stay on track, reduces manual updates, and ensures nothing falls through the cracks.

What You'll Need

  • Admin access to SubcontractorHub

  • A web browser (Chrome or Edge recommended)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

Select “Database” from the “Manage Database” section on the left panel.

Step 2

Click “Page Layout”.

Step 3

Click “Custom Fields” and go to “Service Maintenance”.

Step 4

Click “Add”.

Step 5

Enter the “Label”, “Is Required”, “Type” of custom field, and any other required fields. Click “Save”.

Step 6

You can view the details under the “Custom Fields” section. Follow the below steps to set Layout for Service Maintenance:

Step 7

Under “Page Layout” click “Layouts” and go to “Service Maintenance”.

Step 8

Click “Add”.

Step 9

Enter “Page Name” and click “Next”.

Step 10

Click “Add” to add “Custom Sections”.

Step 11

Enter the “Custom Section” name and click “Add”.

Step 12

Drag and drop the required fields to the “Custom Sections”. Click “Save”.TheLayoutforService Maintenanceis ready. Related ArticlesProject Page LayoutCustomer Page LayoutHow To Create A Custom Leads Page LayoutHow to Order Service Type from Service Management in Completed ProjectsHow to Add Multiple-Inputs in Custom Fields of a Project

Real-World Example

💡 A home services contractor uses this feature to keep their daily operations running smoothly — saving time on every project and reducing manual errors for the whole team.

Pro Tips

  • Start small: Test this feature on one project before rolling it out company-wide.

  • Need help? Contact SubcontractorHub support — they're always happy to walk you through it.

  • Bookmark this guide: Come back anytime you need a quick refresher.

Troubleshooting

Problem

Solution

Setting doesn't appear

Make sure you have admin access and the correct permissions enabled.

Changes not saving

Refresh your browser and try again. Check your internet connection.

Feature not working as expected

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Change Log

Date

Change

May 2026

Rewritten for clarity; simplified language for non-technical contractors; added images and troubleshooting.

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