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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How to Manage a Major Uptick in Customer Demand
As travel restrictions ease and people return to work, many sectors of the economy are seeing a sudden influx of customer demand, and home services are no exception. Even if your business remained busy during the Covid-19 pandemic, homeowners are still investing in everything from practical maintenance to major remodels. Are you ready for the…
5 Steps to Voicemails That Get a Call Back
Leaving a high quality voicemail can mean the difference between a cold lead and a homeowner you’ll work with for years to come. While emails and text messages can be a convenient method of communicating, leaving a personalized voicemail can show the prospective customer that you’re professional, responsive, and interested in getting the job done…
5 Ways to Grow Your Business in a Labor Shortage
If you’re a pro in the home service business, you’ve likely experienced the skilled trades labor shortage first-hand. For many pros, it looks like this: A customer wants your help on a home project. You have the skills, tools and expertise to get it done right – but you don’t have time or crew to…
Father and Son Pros Share Secrets of a Successful Family Business
6 Tips to Help You Finance Your Business
As a business owner, you’re familiar with how expensive it is to purchase and maintain equipment, buy new materials and expand your service area. Whether you’re looking to bid on a large project, hire a crew or market your services, there are financing options that can help you grow your business and bottom line. 1….
How Do Your Prices Compare to Competitors?
Over the last year, the demand and price of popular home projects has changed – and according to Angi’s 2021 True Cost Report, these shifts are here to stay for the foreseeable future. Factors like tariffs, factory shutdowns, supply chain disruptions, and an increase in consumer demand have all impacted what home service pros are…
How to Hire a Subcontractor
As your business grows, you’ll likely find the need to hire subcontractors. These specialized tradesmen have the expertise and experience needed to take your job to the next level. And, when you find the right person, your working relationship can last for years to come. When you begin the interviewing process, here are a few…
3 Ways to Attract Top Talent
It’s no secret that finding and retaining top talent for your business can be difficult. Whether you struggle to find qualified skilled workers, lack time to devote to recruiting or simply don’t know where to start — finding the right employees to help grow your business is rarely a straightforward task. Here, we’re sharing a…
4 Types of Insurance You May Need for Your Business
For small business owners, insurance coverage is vital to protect your company against the unknown. Even if you have a Businessowners Policy (BOP), you may need to purchase additional policies to make sure you're fully covered. Which ones do you need? Because every company faces unique risks, the best way to choose is by speaking…
How to Prep Your Business for the Holidays
It’s no secret that the holiday season is a hectic time for small business owners. From coordinating schedules with clients, to prepping for time sensitive projects and boosting marketing efforts — there’s a lot to keep in mind. Get your business ready for the holidays with help from this checklist. 1) Consider boosting your marketing…