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What Homeowners Actually Want From Contractors (New Survey Data) | Zac Dearing

πŸ“… July 3, 2026 ⏱️ 1:01:36 🎀 Chad Peterman, Zac Dearing

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  • 0:00
    Price & Shopping Experience
    The hosts discuss the common misconception that price is the sole driver for homeowners and the importance of a comprehensive shopping experience.
  • 4:49
    Homeowner Insights from Survey
    Zac Dearing shares key findings from a survey, revealing that 69% of homeowners don't consider price the most important factor and are still not using AI extensively for finding contractors.
  • 16:47
    Online Pricing & Trust
    The conversation shifts to online price discovery, emphasizing that while many homeowners search online, few find clear pricing, highlighting a gap in trust and information.
  • 27:28
    Brand & Responsiveness
    Surprisingly, only 10% of homeowners prioritize brand, while responsiveness, follow-up, and choice were more critical in winning their business.
  • 44:07
    Proposal Strength & Options
    The episode explores the 'Tuesday effect' on sales and the concept of 'proposal strength,' showing a correlation between offering 4-6 options and increased average ticket values.
  • 1:06:17
    Reducing Friction & Selling
    The discussion pivots to the concept of 'friction' in the buying process, drawing parallels with Amazon's customer obsession and how removing obstacles can enhance the shopping experience.
  • 1:18:34
    Customer Obsession & Technology
    Zac shares his journey from Amazon to Mantle, emphasizing the importance of technology in assisting contractors to delight homeowners and elevate the industry.

Speakers

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Chad Peterman
Host
Z
Zac Dearing
CEO of Mantle

Key Takeaways

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Prioritize building trust and offering a comprehensive shopping experience, as price is not the sole determinant for most homeowners (69% don't find it most important).

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Focus on responsiveness and follow-through, as these factors significantly influence a homeowner's decision to choose a contractor.

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Offer 4-6 options to homeowners, as data indicates a significant increase in average ticket for contractors who provide this range of choices.

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Utilize technology to personalize proposals, including dynamic maps of past services, images/videos of home findings, and personalized option attributes like noise levels for HVAC systems.

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Reduce 'friction' in the buying process by simplifying payment methods (e.g., Apple Pay) and automating follow-up to make the experience as seamless as possible for homeowners.

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Empower your technicians and comfort advisors to be educators and advisors rather than just salespeople, by providing them tools that make it easy to offer choices and personalize the experience.

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