Welcome back to our If We Were Starting a Service Business in 2026 series, where we ask the lead generation experts at 99 Calls what service area business they would start today and why. Last time, Jake let us know why he’d choose a pressure washing business. This time, we asked Keely. Her answer was […]
Best Service Business to Start in 2026: Why Keely Would Choose Junk Removal Read Post »
A recent article on LinkedIn examined the potential impact the war in Iraq could have on service contractor business owners in the United States. This got me wondering which industries might be hit hardest, especially if the situation escalates or the duration is extended. During periods of economic uncertainty, homeowners tend to prioritize repairs and
How Economic Uncertainty Shifts Demand for Contractor Services Read Post »
AI is everywhere right now: AI ads, AI chatbots, AI websites, AI “automated” lead systems. If you’re a contractor, you’ve probably been told: “You need AI to stay competitive.” But here’s the real question: Is AI actually helping you close more jobs, or just creating more noise? What is AI truly changing in lead generation,
How AI Is Changing Lead Generation Read Post »
When a pipe bursts, a toilet overflows, or a ceiling collapses from a leak, tenants are often the first to call for help. And yet, many restoration contractors immediately disqualify these calls because they only work with owners. The result? Lost revenue and referrals. The truth is, tenant calls aren’t bad leads. Here’s how restoration
How Restoration Contractors Can Convert Tenant Water Damage Calls Into Real Jobs Read Post »
How Painters Can Be Found on AI Chats & Searches in 2026 Tip: This isn’t old SEO. This is AI-driven discovery, and it’s changing how painting businesses get leads. The Search Landscape Is Changing Painters have always relied on word-of-mouth, directories, and local search to get clients, but now AI chats and AI search engines
AI Search Optimization for Painters Read Post »
Not Every Contractor Is the Right Fit, And That’s Okay Why would a lead generation company refuse clients? It sounds counterintuitive, but we’ve seen what happens when marketing is poured onto a business that isn’t operationally ready. Most marketing companies will take your credit card before they take your call seriously. Many marketing companies promise
Lead Generation Company Refusing Clients? Here’s Why 99 Calls Sometimes Says No Read Post »
