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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~When is it time to hire an accountant?
I am wondering at what point some of you guys have hired an accountant? Did you hire one to grow? To maintain what you have? Or are you simply using one to file taxes at the end of the year? I am thinking about hiring an accountant to manage my finances for me and see where things go, but wondering when is the right time.AI Renderings- Which is the best to work with?
I started attaching renderings in jobber on their line item picture to give them an idea of what the thing I'm bidding will look like. I feel like Chat GPT you have to fight to keep it looking somewhat like their place. Gemini - I feel like once it gets an idea in it's head, it just won't change it. I can't tell you how many times I've repeatedly told it to stop putting a window in the shower then it will just keep it in the same place. How do you guys go about doing these? Any free or inexpensive platforms? Or is it just my prompts. Maybe share prompts that are working for you :)Best ways to track material costs?
Tracking material costs in the electrical contracting industry is critical because supply prices (wire, conduit, breakers, panels, etc.) fluctuate frequently due to market demand, copper prices, and supply chain changes. A strong system protects profit margins, improves estimating accuracy, and helps maintain consistent pricing for customers. How does your company keep track?How Much Should You Really Be Charging?
The number one question I receive is tied directly to the fact, most contractors are still guessing when it comes to pricing. Overhead. Profit. Labor rate. Trip fees. They think just because they throw a number they hear their competitors use, thats all that they need. It may work, but how and what do you divide these funds is just as important for your business health. If you don’t know how to do the math, you’re not building a business. You’re surviving check to check and think you need more work, when you do not. So here’s the plan: This Tuesday & Thursday on IG, I’m walking you through our Contractor Price Builder Worksheet FREE on instagram live. We will cover: - How to calculate your real hourly rate - The difference between markup and margin - Why profit is a non-negotiable - And how to price with confidence Join the session. Bring your numbers.How do home service businesses fill their calendar before busy season?
When work slows down, most service businesses feel it fast: stress, cash flow pressure, and last-minute scrambling. Sound familiar? What’s the one thing you rely on most before busy season to keep your calendar full? New leads Repeat customers Referrals Deposits or upfront payments Booking weeks in advance Something else? (do tell!) Bonus: What used to stress you out about slow periods that doesn’t anymore?
