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Delayed Maintenance

What is Delayed Maintenance?

As homes age, systems wear out, layouts feel dated, and styles fall behind. Many owners delay updates until problems arise, creating opportunity for contractors to step in early. This play targets long-term owners in older homes who are financially ready to modernize, improve comfort, and boost resale value.

The Right Audience

Homeowners in properties built before 1995 with 10+ years of ownership and 50%+ equity. These households are strong candidates for full remodels or significant system upgrades, especially in neighborhoods with older housing stock or strong appreciation.
Type: Single Family Owner Occ?: Yes Yr Built: <1995 Purchase Date: to:2015 Est Equity %:50+

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The Right Message

Focus on preventive upgrades and lifestyle improvements—without suggesting the home is failing. Highlight how renovations extend comfort, improve safety, and increase value. Position upgrades like modern kitchens, energy-efficient systems, or open layouts as smart moves before issues arise.

Key Themes

Highlight preventive updates and added comfort
Showcase modern design and efficiency options
Emphasize resale value and equity protection

Calls to Action

Schedule a free renovation consult
Download an Aging Home Upgrade Guide
Walk through a Renovation Priorities Checklist

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Outreach Channels

Direct mail and email start the conversation with credibility. Phone outreach helps secure consultations|while online ads reinforce your brand in target neighborhoods. Door knocking can also work in older- home areas where visible wear increases receptivity.

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Direct Mail
Email Marketing

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Phone Outreach
Online Ads
Door Knocking

Measuring Success

Track responses by build year and ownership length. Monitor conversions from consultation to contract, and evaluate project scope by neighborhood to identify the most profitable areas for future outreach.