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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Low-quality leads can result in wasted time and, more importantly, wasted money. Pinpoint the perfect leads for your business with these simple tips. Develop a Strategy Write down your business goals before you begin seeking new leads. Choosing leads that match your professional objectives is an important part of creating a successful business. For example:…
As an expert, you have a lot of useful knowledge to share — and social media is a great way to do it. Social media lets you connect with homeowners where they’re spending time on a regular basis: online. And when you’re getting in front of homeowners regularly, they’ll think of you first when they…
With a wealth of online DIY tutorials, a growing number of homeowners are choosing to tackle their own repair or maintenance jobs. But when these seemingly simple tasks turn out to be anything but easy, many homeowners wish they had called a pro. Here’s a story you can share with clients to highlight the importance…
Has a past customer posted a negative online review about your business? Don’t sweat it. With the right response, you can use negative reviews to generate positive exposure and build better client relationships. Here are four tips to help you convert customer criticisms into one of your greatest assets: 1. Start a conversation. Consider reviews…
(And 3 Tips to Do It Right) It’s long been said that a picture is worth a thousand words. But these days, it’s safe to say that it’s worth even more. Today’s busy, tech-savvy consumers are unlikely to read through blocks of text on your profile. So, you’ve got little time to convince a homeowner…
Ken Dyrne, owner of County Wide Mechanical Services, has learned a lot since starting his business in 2006. And one of his biggest takeaways is the power of customer service. Here’s his advice for using customer relations to create a profitable and long-lasting business. 1. Invest in Your Employees Ken knows that his business’ success…
After 21 years in the military, including three combat tours, Mark Williams retired and decided it was time for something new. He took a job as a facilities technician and mechanic at Ft. Hood, a military base near Austin, Texas, and began to pick up side jobs helping families around the area. Within several months,…
When it comes to navigating home renovations, homeowner Julie Schlueter is an expert. Over the last three decades, she has experienced two home renovations and a house built from the ground up. All of that experience has taught her what she likes in a contractor. “Remodeling your home can be overwhelming,” says Schlueter, who lives…
By Paul F. P. Pogue Wise use of HomeAdvisor resources keeps CertaPro busy year-round in Huntington Beach. Pat Wade took over the Huntington Beach, Calif., franchise of CertaPro Painters after 20 years of working in another field that took him all around the country. He wanted to work closer to home, and since then since…
