Featured Remodeling Contractor - Robert Sokol

Background:

Robert Sokol moved to Atlanta in 1983 where he spent several years as a remodeling contractor. Realizing that his real passion was in the design elements of his work he officially hung up his hammer in 1998 to concentrate on design. Robert loves doing remodeling, design and architecture work in Atlanta because of the unique styles that the city is so proud of. Robert believes that his most important tool in design is his ear; listening to a client’s wants and needs to eventually fulfill their dream.

Robert Stresses that Every Customer View His Profile and Rating & Reviews: "Before using ServiceMagic, the cost to acquire quality remodeling leads was killing my bottom line, and I wasted so much time chasing bad leads. I can honestly say that in the first full year I used ServiceMagic, my business more than doubled. It has been so effective for me that I have been able to cancel all my other forms of advertising, and I have added 2 architects, two interior designers, and one CAD operator. " --Robert Sokol

"I spend $35 on average for a ServiceMagic lead and I close an average of 15-20%, which gets my cost for a closed deal down to $150-$200 which is excellent. Before ServiceMagic I was easily paying double that for a sale.

I had to learn how and when to follow up with my leads. I now follow up within 5 minutes of when I accept a remodeling lead, and when I do follow up I encourage customers to view my profile as well as my Ratings & Reviews. ServiceMagic’s Rating & Review system is great because after a prospective customer views the remarks of my previous clients they do not usually need to call my references, which shortens the time for me to complete the sale.

I have had such success with ServiceMagic that I have encouraged the award-winning contractors I work with to use it, and we are all staying busy working on ServiceMagic projects. "

Robert's #1 Tip For Success:

Follow up with a quick response & encourage your customers to view your profile and Ratings & Reviews. When you complete a project professionally remind the customer to leave you a Rating & Review at ServiceMagic.com

Excellence in the Words of One of Robert’s Customers:

“He's incredible! He reads people well and doesn't try to push his ideas, but to make theirs work, and work within their budget. Conceptually, he's wonderful. Very creative and excellent about putting it all together”