Since early 2020, home spending has skyrocketed — and so have supply chain disruptions. Factors ranging from the COVID-19 pandemic to the blockage of the Suez Canal have affected material availability, which in turn has increased prices and slowed down home projects. Ultimately, there’s no substitute for home services, and Angi’s Economy of Everything Home…
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You should typically charge between $100 to $200 for house cleaning, or between $25 and $90 per hour, per cleaner. You can also charge specifically based on the area of the house you’re tasked with cleaning, which should generally range between $0.05 and $0.10 per square foot. Ultimately, you should charge based on factors like:…
to improve your business. You may want to revamp your website, grow your social media presence, or collect testimonials from past customers to boost your online ratings and reviews. Consider running a seasonal promotion or limited–time offer for the summer months to drive new business as well. Tip: Take advantage of the long days of…
2019 report by market research firm Epsilon. And studies show that if you want to win their business, it's important to reach out to this group directly. Whether you use voicemail, email or a face–to–face video chat, know that boomers find it important to create an ongoing relationship with the pros they hire. This group…
As the weather warms up and you start scheduling work for the summer, take a look at the tasks homeowners are booking for the coming months. Knowing which projects homeowners are planning to complete can help you tailor your pitches to win their business—and steer you in the right direction when it comes to marketing…
If you're a business owner, you're always looking for ways to help your company win jobs and stand out from the competition. But if your efforts seem to be falling short, there may be a reason your business is being left behind. From communication issues to customer service struggles, here are a few reasons that…
Howard Molen of HFM Builders knows a thing or two about perseverance. In business since 1980, he's experienced the ups and downs that come with running a small company, and he knows how to use HomeAdvisor to succeed – in the good times, and the bad. “Before the recession of 2008, approximately 5 to 10…
For this first in a series of Industry Q&As on Angi Leads' Pro Resource Center, we caught up with Schneider Electric, a global leader in electrical distribution for nearly two centuries. Schneider provides energy and digital solutions aimed at optimizing efficiency and sustainability. Whether you're an electrician in the field, or work closely with them,…
As the spread of COVID–19 continues across the nation and across the globe, it's more important than ever to take safety and communication into account in the field. Even as we adjust our behaviors for social distancing, the need for home services won't stop. But new situations call for new best practices. And, there are…
Need a hand bridging the cash flow gap? There are a few different ways you can finance your contracting business to cover upfront project costs and other working capital needs. These four options are the most popular among home service professionals. 1. Term Loans A term loan lets you borrow a lump sum of capital…
