Looking for Representation in Chicagoland?
Hi everyone, I am an independent sales contractor with over 12 years of experience serving high-rise condominium communities throughout the Chicago market. Over the years, I have built strong relationships with architects, engineers, board members, property management companies, contractors, and building communities. My primary focus has been window and glass services; however, I am frequently asked by clients for recommendations related to complementary services such as window treatments, flooring, and other in-unit upgrades. I am currently open to forming strategic partnerships with service-based businesses seeking representation in the high-rise condominium sector. I offer the ability to leverage my existing network and relationships to help expand your company’s reach within this niche market. I welcome opportunities to connect, collaborate, and explore mutually beneficial partnerships. Services I feel will synergize well if you are in this space don't hesitate to reach out: 🪟 Glass / Windows / Balcony Interior window + track + frame detailing, refurbishing, & specialized cleaning Sliding door track cleaning & repair 🪟 Blinds / Shades / Drapery Motorized shades Blackout & solar shade systems Custom drapery fabrication Ceiling-mounted curtain tracks Smart shade integrations 🪵 Interior Flooring (Condo-Specific) Acoustic underlayment installs Engineered hardwood floating floors Carpet removal & replacement 🍽️ Kitchens (High-Rise Constraints) Cabinet refacing or full replacement Countertop templating (quartz, stone) Backsplash install (tile/slab) Under-cabinet lighting systems Appliance swaps (elevator/logistics constrained) Ventless / recirculating hood installs Minor plumbing relocations (stack-limited) 🛁 Bathrooms Shower pan & waterproofing system install Tub-to-shower conversions Custom glass shower enclosures Heated floor systems Vanity + mirror + storage install Plumbing fixture upgrades tied to stack lines Leak detection & repair 🔌 Electrical (High-Rise Adapted) Panel upgrades (if building allows) Dedicated appliance circuits Recessed lighting (surface conduit for concrete ceilings) Smart switches / dimmers (Lutron systems) Low-voltage wiring (AV, internet) GFCI / AFCI compliance upgrades 🚪 Doors / Interior Finish Fire-rated entry door replacement (HOA spec) Sliding balcony door repair/replacement Interior door replacement + hardware upgrades Closet systems (sliding/mirror/built-ins) Smart lock installation 🧼 Cleaning / Turnover / Ongoing Maintenance Move-in / move-out deep cleaning Post-construction cleaning Tile & grout steam cleaning Balcony pressure washing & detailing High-ceiling fixture / chandelier cleaning Odor remediation (smoke/pet) Hard water stain / mineral deposit removal services 🧱 General Trades / Specialty Build Drywall patching & painting Soundproofing systems (walls/ceilings) Custom millwork & built-ins 🛡️ High-End / Smart / Specialty Full smart home integration Acoustic consulting (noise between units) Custom storage systems (closets, wall units) Wine storage / wine walls Or any other trade that markets directly to condo owners that can be something I can pitch and bundle when meeting with my clients. Looking forward to hearing from you. My contact: mycanopypartners@gmail.comHow can I re-build my business from ground zero?
Hi my name is Jeremy Lesser, I am the Business Owner/CEO of a small residential painting and home improvements business. I have been in business since 2022. After about a year or so of being in business, I about called it quits and started doing Maintenance Engineering. Well having my own business doing what I love to do the most which is drywall and painting, has been a dream of mine since I first started doing drywall and painting 15+ years ago. I want my business to succeed. I have a perpetual LLC. for my business, so I would like to build my business back and Lord willing watch it grow this time. I have more patience and knowledge in it. How can I build my business with zero income and zero revenue? I have been applying for grants. Please help! Thank you and God Bless. ~Jeremy Lesser~Marketing Funnels - What are you using?
I'm starting to use a Go High Level service called Snipey leads and it has a lot of capabilities for marketing funnels. I know jobber has automations around quotes, jobs etc. Those are great - but what I'm looking for is what are some of your favorite funnels you have set up right now that have been successful in your business? Or do you have a nurture campaign set up you'd be willing to share. I'm looking at setting up an IG "comment this" for XX amount off your next job or something but I want it to be valuable. One that I've had set up with Chiirp (but will be switching soon) is following up with their job after 30 then 90 days. Checking in to make sure everything is looking good and seeing if they have any questions on their install.What 3rd Party SMS service do folks use for sending mass / bulk texts to their clients?
What 3rd Party SMS service do folks use for sending mass / bulk texts to their clients? Last month we ran a promotion and marketed it via 4 social media posts and two email sends. Then, we supplemented the campaign with sending SMS messages to our clients from the client re-engagement report. 3 of us divided up the report and pasted the message in the Jobber text thread, changed the first name of the recipient and sent it off to about 600 clients out of ~5,000. It took 3 days... No, not 8 hours a day, we had other things on our list. And when someone responded positively to our message asking for a quote our service manager would go into quote/sales mode while we kept sending. It was brain numbing, but effective. For February, which historically only brings in half or less of the revenue we make during a typical in-season month we almost doubled it. It was our best February ever. The takeaway: Texting works (when done right). For the time it took it will be worth it to spend money on a third party service and press send once, instead of 600 times. So, please share your experience with bulk SMS services- good, bad, meh... I would love to know. Thanks! ~Kyle KlevjerHow fast are you sending estimates right now?
How quickly do you respond when a lead requests a quote? What tools are you using to speed up the process? In this episode of Masters of Home Service, ryaantuttle and WiringByron break down: Why faster replies win you more jobs (and boost close rates by 30%) How online booking and video calls help you quote without site visits How quote templates, automation, and AI speed up estimates to minutes Never miss an episode of Masters of Home Service. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Restarting a 25-Year Landscape Business in a New City — Best Marketing Strategies Today?
Hello everyone, I have owned and operated a landscape and irrigation company for about 25 years. I originally started the business with my brother, who is a landscape architect. We launched the company in a smaller town in Idaho in the late 1990s and it grew quickly thanks to strong word-of-mouth and my brother’s design expertise. About five years ago I moved to Draper, Utah for another job. Recently I decided to restart the landscape and irrigation company here in my new location. Because our company in Idaho grew with very little advertising, I now find myself a bit behind when it comes to modern marketing and advertising strategies. One area I recognize as a weakness in my business experience is staying current with the newest and most effective ways to advertise and market a service company. While I have many years of hands-on experience in landscaping and irrigation, I am essentially starting fresh in a new market and looking for the best ways to build a strong customer base. My background is also in technology. I have a bachelor’s degree in computer software engineering and specialize in website design and e-commerce development. I am currently building a website for the company and have already listed the business on Google Maps. For those who have grown service businesses in larger metro areas, what marketing strategies have worked best for building a customer base and attracting new clients today? I would really appreciate any advice or insight from others in the industry. Thank you in advance for your suggestions.
Has anyone hired a commission-based sales rep for their business?
Has anyone hired a commission based sales rep for their landscaping company? Looking to grow our company and it’s getting harder to handle all the requests in a timely enough manner, but same time we aren’t busy enough to have another crew lead. Looking to weigh options and interested in feedback on how it’s worked for others.Which social media platforms work best for marketing a local service business?
Managing partner here for Rene & Son's Landscaping, Inc. in Wheeling IL. Was just wondering and trying to get everyone's input on this. I'm 25 and when it comes to social media marketing I am kind of at a loss. Is Facebook still a thing that a lot of people use? I have FB but barely use it. I know older generations use Facebook but to what extent. Should I be focusing my marketing more toward Instagram or tik tok? I mean as we continue to move forward should our focus shift into different marketing trends. Should the focus be more on Google marketing or Yelp? Do people still use Yelp?
