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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The home services market has grown 17% over the last year, according to Angi’s Economy of Everything Home report. There’s a combination of factors responsible for the boost, including the labor shortage and the rising costs of construction and remodeling projects. But demographic shifts give longer-term insight into who is spending the most on home…
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…
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…
For many, Independence Day celebrations represent an unofficial kickoff to BBQ season. Even as homeowners head off on long-awaited summer vacations, up to 65% of them are interested in completing outdoor projects, according to the National Kitchen and Bath Association’s (NKBA) membership trend survey. From major outdoor kitchen overhauls to updated fencing and natural landscaping,…
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…
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….
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…
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…
As people spent more time at home in 2020, a comfortable and well-maintained space became a top priority for homeowners across the country. In fact, Angi’s annual State of Home Spending report found that homeowners typically spent $4,000 more on home projects in 2020 than in previous years. Looking forward to 2021, expect a continued…
