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The Potential Risks and Benefits of AI in the Roofing Industry

The Potential Risks and Benefits of AI in the Roofing Industry Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries, and roofing is no exception. While the roofing sector has traditionally been slow to adopt cutting-edge technologies, the integration of AI is becoming increasingly inevitable. As AI continues to evolve, roofing contractors will need to understand both […]

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The Value of Drones in the Roofing Industry

The Value of Drones in the Roofing Industry  In the roofing industry, staying competitive requires adopting the latest technology, and drones have emerged as a game-changer. While drones were once seen as expensive tools used for aerial footage, today they are critical for improving safety, efficiency, and accuracy in roofing projects.   Enhanced Roof Inspections […]

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10 Proven Strategies to Find Free Leads for Your Commercial Roofing Company

10 Proven Strategies to Find Free Leads for Your Commercial Roofing Company  Growing a commercial roofing company requires strategic efforts to generate leads without incurring significant costs. Fortunately, there are several methods to find “free” leads that can be highly effective when implemented correctly. Here are some proven strategies to consider:   1. Leverage Existing […]

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Earning Property Managers’ Trust in the Commercial Roofing Industry

Earning Property Managers’ Trust in the Commercial Roofing Industry  Earning the trust of property managers is crucial for building long-lasting relationships and securing business. Property managers oversee substantial investments and require reliable partners to maintain and improve their properties. Trust is not just a nice-to-have; it’s a necessity. Here’s how commercial roofing companies can earn […]

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Branding Efforts for Contractors: Building Recognition and Trust

Branding Efforts for Contractors: Building Recognition and Trust Branding plays a crucial role in how contractors are perceived and trusted within their communities and industries.  This overview explores key strategies and practices for effective branding: 1. Truck Wraps and Physical Presence Branding efforts often start with visually impactful elements like truck wraps. These serve as […]

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Leveraging Roofing Software for Effective Lead Tracking

Leveraging Roofing Software for Effective Lead Tracking Roofing software plays a pivotal role in lead tracking efforts for contractors. By integrating advanced tools and systems, contractors can streamline their processes, ensuring no lead falls through the cracks. Here’s how roofing software can significantly improve lead tracking: Centralized Lead Management Roofing software provides a centralized platform […]

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Managing Client Expectations in Roofing Service

Managing Client Expectations in Roofing Service Managing client expectations is pivotal in the roofing service industry. It ensures transparency, builds trust, and enhances overall customer satisfaction. To manage your client’s expectations, here’s a few best practices:   Setting Clear Timelines Establishing clear timelines, such as a 72-hour response for leak calls and a two-week turnaround […]

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Objection: We Are Happy with Our Current Contractor

Objection:  We Are Happy with Our Current Contractor Customer: “I’m sorry you’ve wasted your time.  We’re very happy with our current contractor.”      It’s never easy to find a silver lining when you run into such a flat-out rejection.  Nothing’s ever perfect.  For most clients, telling you they’re satisfied with their current contractor is […]

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Objection: I Need to Think About it

Objection:  I Need to Think About it It’s the ultimate non-decision decision.   Customer: “Well… It’s very interesting.  We’ll need to consider it.” It’s all about timing.  Meet the objection head-on.  Push the decision.   Call out the objector.   Be specific.  Focus on details.  If you judge that the objection is being raised because the decision maker […]

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Objection:  NO! 

Objection:  NO!  Customer:  (Objections throughout the discussion) “It’s too expensive.”  “We’ve never done it before.”  “We are fine the way we are.” Customer: “I want to thank you for coming in here today.  You’ve done an impressive job, and I know we’ve put you through the wringer.  I appreciate what you’re offering, but I must […]

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Qualifying Your Customer

Qualifying Your Customer….  When you hear the word qualify, do you feel overwhelmed?   Questions such as, “Was that lead qualified?” are asked with every prospective job.  So, we ask the qualifier if the qualifying for the qualifications were correctly qualified – huh?    Qualifying boils down to asking simple questions to understand the need of […]

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Roof Management – It Works!

Roof Management – It Works! Roof Management moves customers from “leak management” to “asset management”, which results in considerable savings for the customer.  Roof Management is a proactive approach to managing roofing assets for client portfolios of properties.   Roof management is a program and a strategy that includes all the services provided by your […]

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Selling Skills – How to Open a Call

Selling Skills – How to Open a Call When it is time to make a sales call, what is the best way to begin?  Some techniques to open a call are the following: Open Probes Purpose Statements General Benefit Statements Open Probes:  Open probes are particularly useful in situations where you feel the customer will […]

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Selling Tips – Enthusiastic Attitude

Selling Tips – Enthusiastic Attitude There is no substitute for enthusiasm.  When the members of a team are enthusiastic, the whole team becomes highly energized.  And that energy produces power.   Have you ever noticed the difference passion makes?  How many dispassionate successes have you met?  How many high achievers lack enthusiasm?  How many great leaders […]

Less More Sales Selling Overselling

About Overselling 

About Overselling  In the movie, Jerry Maguire, TomCruise reaches an epiphany which he must share with Renee’ Zellweger. After his LONG spiel Renee’ interrupts him saying, “Shut up. Just shut up….You had me at hello. You had me at hello.” Do you know when to shut up?  How often do you oversell?  Can you read […]

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Selling Skills – Probing

Selling Skills: Probing Probing is the skill of asking questions to gather information and uncover customer needs.  There are two types of probes:  open and closed.  Open probes encourage a customer to respond freely.  The key words that will assist in identifying an open probe include: Key Word Example: Who “Who handles this process for […]

Selling Skills: Features and Benefits

Selling Skills: Features and Benefits Selling is a process of uncovering and satisfying customer needs.  In order to do an effective job of satisfying customer needs, it’s important to understand the difference between features and benefits. Feature:  A Characteristic of Our Product or Service Benefit:  The Value of a Feature to a Customer Below is […]

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Top 4: Sustainable Products that a Roofing Contractor Can Implement NOW!

Top 4:  Sustainable Products that a Roofing Contractor Can Implement NOW! Sustainable Products provide environmental, social and economic benefits while protecting public health and the environment.   Performance:  These products are based upon a planned event and planned services.     Features:   The Client may receive government incentives to install product/use product. The Client may be required […]