Follow-Up Sequence
A series of scheduled phone calls, texts, and emails you send to prospects who haven't hired you yet — turning cold leads into paying customers over time.
Full Definition
Most contractors give up after one or two attempts, but studies show it takes 5-8 touchpoints to close a prospect. A follow-up sequence is your systematic approach to staying in front of leads until they're ready to buy, using a mix of value-add content, project reminders, and strategic check-ins.
For Contractors
Why It Matters
80% of concrete jobs aren't ready to start immediately — homeowners are planning, budgeting, or comparing options. Without a follow-up sequence, you're leaving $160,000+ in revenue on the table every year. If you generate 50 leads monthly at $42 each but only close 25%, proper follow-up can boost that to 35-40%, adding $32,000-$48,000 in annual revenue from the same marketing spend.
Real-World Example
A concrete contractor in Phoenix gets a lead for a $12,000 driveway replacement. The homeowner says 'we're thinking about spring.' Most contractors file it away and forget. Smart contractors put them in a 6-month sequence: immediate thank you text, project planning guide via email week 1, seasonal timing tips month 2, material cost update month 4, 'spring is coming' reminder month 6. Result: 40% of these 'not ready' leads convert within 12 months.
Common Mistakes
- -Giving up after 2-3 attempts — most concrete jobs require 6+ touchpoints before customers are ready
- -Only following up when you need work — consistent monthly contact keeps you top-of-mind when they're ready
- -Sending 'just checking in' messages — every touchpoint should provide value like project tips or material updates
- -Following up too aggressively — calling weekly annoys prospects; monthly contact with value works better
What to Do
Set up a simple 6-month follow-up sequence using your phone's reminder app. For every lead that doesn't book immediately, schedule: Week 1 thank you text, Month 1 project guide email, Month 2 timing tips call, Month 4 material update, Month 6 seasonal reminder. Track which leads came from follow-up vs immediate conversion — you'll be shocked how much revenue was hiding in your old leads.
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