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If you’re in the roofing, landscaping, or tree service business, you’ve probably asked yourself one of these questions:<\/p>\n
“How do I get more leads in the neighborhoods I want to work in?”<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
“How do I advertise locally without wasting money on people who don\u2019t need my services?”<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
“Isn\u2019t direct mail expensive and complicated?”<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
We get it. That\u2019s why we\u2019re here to introduce you to EDDM<\/strong> \u2014 short for Every Door Direct Mail\u00ae<\/strong> \u2014 one of the easiest and most affordable ways to market your services exactly where your customers live.<\/em><\/p>\n Let\u2019s walk through everything you need to know to launch a successful EDDM campaign<\/strong>, from choosing the right ZIP codes to measuring your results.<\/p>\n EDDM (Every Door Direct Mail\u00ae) is a program from the USPS\u00ae that lets you send postcards, flyers, or mailers to every home in a neighborhood \u2014 without needing a mailing list or permit.<\/strong><\/p>\n That\u2019s right: You just choose your target area, design your postcard, and send it to every door<\/em> in that zone \u2014 all at some of the lowest postage rates available.<\/p>\n Why it\u2019s perfect for home services:<\/strong> Before you send a single piece of mail, you need to decide where<\/strong> to mail.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s how to target smart:<\/p>\n Use a free EDDM map tool (like Mapfire<\/a>)<\/strong> to browse ZIP codes and carrier routes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Filter by:<\/p>\n Average household income<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Owner-occupied homes<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Proximity to your service area<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Length of residency<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n Pro Tip:<\/strong> Target older neighborhoods with high home values for roof replacements. For landscapers, look for areas with busy professionals who are likely to outsource lawn care.<\/p>\n \u201cI was able to select ZIP codes based on income and household type. That let me target exactly who I wanted, and it paid off fast.\u201d <\/span>\u2013 Taradel customer review, landscaping business<\/em> \u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/p>\n A great EDDM postcard doesn\u2019t just look nice \u2014 it drives calls.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s what you must<\/em> include:<\/p>\n Clear, bold headline<\/strong> \u2014 Tell them what you offer (\u201cStorm-Damaged Roof? We\u2019ve Got You Covered!\u201d)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n High-quality image(s)<\/strong> \u2014 Before\/after photos, team shots, or your finished work<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Offer or incentive<\/strong> \u2014 Examples: \u201c$500 Off Full Roof Replacement,\u201d \u201cFree Lawn Service Trial\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Call-to-action (CTA)<\/strong> \u2014 What do you want them to do? (\u201cCall now,\u201d \u201cBook online,\u201d \u201cScan QR code\u201d)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Contact info<\/strong> \u2014 Phone number, website, and address if you have one<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Logo + branding<\/strong> \u2014 Make it memorable and recognizable<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Design tip:<\/strong> Postcards that include an offer see up to 79% more engagement<\/strong>.<\/p>\n And don’t worry \u2014 you don\u2019t need a designer. Taradel offers free templates<\/a> and design support to help you create a professional mailer fast.<\/p>\n Once your design is ready, here\u2019s what happens next:<\/p>\n Choose your quantity (start small or scale up)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Print your postcards in USPS-approved sizes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Select your carrier routes<\/p>\n<\/li>\nStep 1: What is EDDM \u2014 and Why It Works for Home Services<\/h2>\n
\u2705 No mailing list
\u2705 No address printing
\u2705 No headaches<\/p>\n
EDDM gets your business in front of the exact homeowners you want to reach. Whether it\u2019s promoting storm damage repair, weekly lawn service, or emergency tree removal, this tactic gives you local visibility and trust at scale.<\/strong><\/p>\nStep 2: Target the Right ZIP Codes<\/h2>\n
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Step 3: Design a Mailer That Grabs Attention<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nStep 4: Print and Mail \u2014 The Easy Way<\/h2>\n
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