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How painting businesses get jobs from permits

Painters don't pull permits for most jobs, but the work around them does. Remodels, additions, new siding and new windows all end with a wall that needs paint.

Sample The permits below are made up to show the idea. Subscribers get the real ones every morning, with the owner and contractor.

  1. 1 Additions that need to match the house

    Why it's a lead
    A new room has to match the rest of the house, inside and out. Remodelers usually sub out paint.
    What to do and when
    Call the contractor on the permit and offer to paint the addition. Mail the owner about repainting the whole house so it matches.
    What to say
    "New siding never quite matches old paint. I can paint the addition and the rest of the house so it all looks the same."

  2. 2 Window and door replacements that leave touch-ups

    Why it's a lead
    New windows mean new trim, caulk lines and patched stucco that need paint.
    What to do and when
    Mail the owner after the install with a trim and touch-up price.
    What to say
    "After window work, the trim usually needs paint. I can do yours in a day."

  3. 3 Remodels where the owner wants fresh interior paint

    Why it's a lead
    Once the kitchen is new, the rooms next to it look tired. Owners repaint while things are already torn up.
    What to do and when
    Mail the owner as the remodel is wrapping up.
    What to say
    "Your new kitchen will make the next room look old. I'll quote the interior while the dust is still settling."

The math

A year of the email costs $1,188. If it lands you one exterior paint job, it has paid for itself. Everything after that is profit.

And if your first 30 days don't pay off, you get your $99 back. You can't lose money trying it.

Next: pick your towns

You'll get remodels, new homes, window jobs and siding jobs: the permits that lead to your work. You can change this any time.