Design a Social Media Plan for Home Improvements
We all know social media has exploded in recent years.
What started out as just a way to connect with friends has transformed into a way to keep up with local and world news, find a job, connect with people in your line of business and save money on everything from clothing and accessories to home improvement projects.
That’s right, social media can help you save money on your next home renovation or repair.
Setting One’s Self Apart From the Competition
First things first, if you’re in the construction or home remodeling business, you have to have social media pages for your business.
By utilizing Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter at the very least, you will set yourself apart from your competitors. People want to see photos of your work, they want to read reviews and they want to see that you’ve made a name for yourself.
Social media shows that you’re professional and you take your business (and your customers) seriously.
If you’re a homeowner, social media can help you find the best products and services to meet your needs, all at an affordable price. Social media is free for you to use and can help you land the best deal on your home improvement projects and regular household needs.
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Social media can help you save money on both preventative maintenance needs and custom updates on your home.
Use social media for home improvement projects
Make sure you have a Facebook account and LinkedIn profile at the very least. Once your presence on social media is established, you can begin looking for ways to save money.
Tips include:
Follow your favorite companies – This includes both companies that sell products and companies that provide services. Most companies use social media to reach out to their followers when they’re offering discounts, specials or promotions. Keep a close watch on your favorite companies so you can make the purchase when the item is on sale.
Ask for recommendations – Perhaps an old college friend knows a great plumber or an acquaintance at an old job just started his own handyman business. Don’t be afraid to reach out on social media to find the best deal. If you’re installing new flooring, for example, you can post on Facebook that you’re looking for affordable flooring specialists in the area. Most likely, you will get at least a few helpful responses.
Participate in giveaways – What would social media be without giveaways? Companies like to hold giveaways in order to generate new business and keep their current customers. By entering a giveaway, you may just win a free kitchen remodel, free lawn care service for a year of half-off your favorite home décor items. Since it’s free to enter these giveaways, it’s always worth your time.
Look for DIY ideas – Pinterest is full of do-it-yourself home improvement projects and ideas. Scour the social media site and see if any of your projects can be done on your own. By avoiding the need to hire the work out, you can save thousands of dollars (and have some fun, too!).
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