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Utilizar videos en tu estrategia comercial puede ser una forma eficaz de captar la atención de tus clientes y establecer una buena relación con ellos. ¿Y lo mejor? Lo único que necesitas es un teléfono móvil. El presentador de GAF Real Talk LIVE, Alan López, se reunió con el especialista en video de GAF, Pablo Nivar, para hablar sobre las acciones que los contratistas pueden llevar a cabo a fin de introducir el contenido de video en su estrategia comercial. Estas son algunas de las lecciones y consejos fáciles de seguir que se destacaron durante la conversación. ¿Por qué necesitas videos? En el mundo moderno de hoy en día, es fundamental atraer a los clientes de diversas maneras. Los videos te permiten conectar cara a cara en cierto sentido y crear contenidos atractivos que no sean excesivamente promocionales, lo que puede animar a los usuarios a comprar. Según un estudio de 2021, el 80% de los consumidores creen que la confianza es un factor decisivo en sus decisiones de compra. No te estreses: empieza por lo sencillo Nivar, especialista en video del Centro para el Avance de la Educación en Techos (C.A.R.E.) de GAF, afirma que el miedo a entrar en el ambiente de los videos profesionales es el mayor obstáculo para los contratistas. Por suerte, no necesitas un gran presupuesto ni equipos profesionales para comenzar con éxito tu estrategia de video. Al principio, tus videos sirven para establecer relaciones. Aprovecha eso trabajando con lo que tienes y céntrate en temas atractivos en lugar de una videografía sofisticada. Piensa en videos auténticos, no en marketing ¿Tienes el instinto de vender, vender y vender? Nivar explica por qué deberías replanteártelo y crear el tipo de contenido de video para medios sociales que te gusta. Prioriza el contenido genuino que cuente una historia y establezca una conexión. Si esto te parece difícil, Nivar y Lopez analizan 10 tipos de videos que puedes crear. Para cada tipo de video, Nivar da ejemplos y frases que puedes usar. No tienes que reinventar la rueda: hacer videos puede ser fácil e incluso divertido. 10 Tipos de videos que puedes crear para tus plataformas sociales 1. Before and After VideosBefore and after videos can be a powerful way to showcase your work and benefit your brand without being overtly "salesy."2. Client TestimonialsClient testimonials can build a foundation of trust for future customers, helping them see the quality work you've completed and how you've collaboarated with past customers.3. Educational ContentYou can offer educational content without giving away your expertise for free. Think about what's relevant to your regional audience and focus on teaching, not selling.4. Your Company StoryCreating a company story video shouldn't be your first action, but it can be an impactful way to imbue humanity into your brand down the line. This presents a great opportunity to share your mission and vision, as well as introduce the people that help run the business.5. FAQAnswering questions you often receive is a great way to directly engage your customer base with content that's relevant to them.6. Time LapseTime-lapse videos can fulfill the need for "how it's done" content and show the value of your work. An entire project can be distilled down to minutes.7. Tips and TricksSharing tips with homeowners builds trust with your audience and gives them something valuable to take away from the video.8. Repair How-TosEmpowering homeowners to do their own minor repairs doesn't put you out of a job. De hecho, puede demostrarles que te comprometes a ayudarlos a resolver sus problemas. Keep in mind that you should never inspire customers to climb onto their own roof, and instead encourage them leave that work to professionals.9. Customer AppreciationEveryone likes to feel appreciated. Hacer videos que les muestren a los clientes que los valoras por haber elegido tu empresa —y cómo eso marca la diferencia— puede conducir potencialmente a futuros trabajos tanto con clientes actuales como con nuevos clientes. 10. Ofertas Dejar los videos de ventas para el final de tu lista de creación puede, de hecho, generarte más trabajo. Quieres promocionar tu negocio, por supuesto, pero es mejor hacer conexiones auténticas primero. Consejos para lograr videos excelentes No es lo mismo saber qué grabar y entender cómo filmar para beneficiar tu marca. Durante su conversación, Nivar y Lopez no solo hablan de cómo utilizar el video en tu estrategia comercial, sino también de la logística necesaria. Entre los temas más importantes, se incluyen la duración del video, la creación de llamadas a la acción sin ser prepotente, lo que no se debe decir para no alejar a los clientes y a otras empresas, y cómo atraer a los espectadores con un diálogo que enganche desde el principio. Además, los dos comparten consejos para mejorar la experiencia del cliente durante la instalación mediante grabaciones de video rápidas, que quizá te ayuden a recibir elogios adicionales en los testimonios en video. Cómo introducir el vídeo en tu estrategia comercial Si nunca te lanzaste al mundo de la creación de contenidos de video, Nivar y Lopez te ofrecen soluciones sencillas que te proporcionan las herramientas necesarias para empezar de inmediato. Mira este episodio de Real Talk LIVE de GAF para obtener información exhaustiva y conocer los pasos exactos que puedes dar para comenzar a crear tu contenido de video. Incluso puedes ponerte en contacto con los profesionales para recibir más orientación. No te olvides de seguir a GAF en Facebook para ver más episodios de Real Talk LIVE y otro contenido de calidad sobre techos. Recuerda: no tienes que hacer todo solo. Puedes seguir expandiendo el poder de tu negocio con las capacitaciones, la educación y la ayuda disponibles sin cargo para los contratistas de GAF a través del Centro para el Avance de la Educación en Techos (C.A.R.E.).

El panorama de los seguros están cambiando drásticamente y eso está afectando la capacidad de los propietarios de viviendas de poder pagar proyectos de techado vitales. A su vez, este problema lo afecta a usted y a su negocio. Here are three major home insurance trends that are impacting the affordability of new roofs, along with some of the things you, as a roofer, can do to adjust.Trend 1: Rising DeductiblesRemember the good old days when a typical roofing customer would face a $500 deductible and have Replacement Cost Value (cost to replace at today's prices) coverage? Those days appear to be long gone. In fact, a 2%-of-home-value deductible has become the standard in many markets and some carriers are requiring deductibles as high as 5%. Let's do the math on that: A home with an insured value of $500,000 could have a deductible between $10,000 and $25,000.The culprit could be climate change, inflation, materials costs, risk aversion, homeowner choice (larger deductible = lower premium), or-most likely-a combination of all of the above. But regardless of why it's happening, insurance deductibles are steadily climbing, making it more challenging for the ordinary homeowner to recover from storm damage with a roof replacement.Trend 2: "Basic" Endorsements and Bare-Bones PoliciesOne way insurance carriers are trying to contain the overall cost of insurance is by simply reducing what the policy covers. Some are creating a "basic" endorsement, or bare-bones policy, which often removes coverage for metal, excludes code upgrades, includes cosmetic waivers, and limits the ability to match the shingle style and color. Here's what that means in practical terms:Metal: Hail damage to metal roofs and gutters may not be covered unless the metal is punctured. As you know, metal is found all over the building exterior, from roof accessories to gutters, and chimney flashing to window trim.Code Upgrades: Traditionally, additional materials and labor related to city and state code upgrades have been covered. That may not be the case with bare bones policies; confirm coverage and discuss the implications with your homeowner before making these upgrades.Cosmetic Waiver: Homeowners policies are more frequently including cosmetic waivers, which means they will only be able to get coverage if the functional use of the roofing system is degraded.Limited Color Matching: In some policies, a homeowner may elect to have limited matching coverage. For example, a match may only be considered for a single slope or plane over the roof versus the policy providing coverage to make the entire roof match. These policies usually differ by state.Trend 3: Roof Age RestrictionsAs previously mentioned, Replacement Cost Value policies are becoming less common, as many carriers are opting to offer Actual Cash Value-only policies. When coupled with the skyrocketing deductible challenge, ACV policies may leave the roof effectively underinsured.There are a few twists here that are of particular importance to roofers and homeowners:One exception to this home insurance trend is that homeowners may still be able to secure Replacement Cost Value coverage on newer roofs.Also, insurers are increasingly paying only Actual Cash Value on roofs that are past a certain age. The challenge here is that many homeowners do not actually know the age of their roof, and yet the burden of proof is on them. A good insurance company may use aerial imagery to help the homeowner identify the age and relative condition of the roof.What Can Contractors Do?Because of the growing size of deductibles and decrease in average personal savings, financing will play an increasingly important role in your ability to serve your customers. Knowledge is key here: The homeowner should know as much as they can about both their homeowners policy and their home itself.Your first step to assist with this is to have a conversation about insurance with your homeowner. Advise them to read their insurance policy thoroughly, so they understand their coverage and can brace themselves against sticker shock.If the age of the roof appears to be an issue, or there's a gap in knowledge about the home's history or roof condition, you could help the homeowner gain a better understanding by ordering an address-specific GAF QuickSite Report. It includes a 10-year weather history, aerial-imagery AI-driven roof assessment, property parcel data, and-if available-permit histories that may tell the story of home improvements including re-roofs.Perhaps the most important step is to offer a flexible financing option that suits their situation.GAF SmartMoney powered by Payzer empowers you to offer loans from multiple issuers, including Second Look financing.Green Sky, trusted by thousands of US contractors, offers deferred interest plans and credit limits up to $100,000, and is backed by Goldman Sachs.To help increase your homeowners' purchasing power, so they can say yes with confidence, find out more about these financing programs today.

Cuando los propietarios de viviendas de tu zona necesitan reparar o reemplazar el techo, generalmente, primero utilizan un motor de búsqueda y frases como "reparación de techo cerca de mí" o " mejor compañía de techos cerca de mí". If you want their search to lead them to your business, search engine optimization, also known as SEO, can help make that happen.Roofing SEO terms can be a vital digital marketing tool, able to boost your website's ranking in online search results by targeting keywords and phrases related to your business. For example, if you incorporate specific keywords on your company website, such as in your page headings, title tags, and content around relevant topics, your roofing business will appear higher when potential customers search for information about those terms and topics. Pages in the top five spots receive the most clicks from users-and, in turn, the first few companies that show up in search results are often regarded as more reputable.Here are some roofing SEO best practices you can implement to generate more business, retain customers, and position your business as a leader in your community.1. Find the Right KeywordsFor a successful roofing SEO campaign, you'll need to do some keyword research. SEO helps introduce your online presence to people who are already searching for the services you provide-and who are therefore more likely to become customers. A wide variety of online keyword tools based on search data are available to help you figure out which phrases and keywords potential customers might look for. For example, a homeowner whose roof is leaking might search "roof leak repair company" or "how to fix a leaky roof."Once you have a list of targeted keywords, add them to your website pages, titles, and metadata descriptions so clients looking for roofing solutions can find you. To avoid overwhelming or confusing visitors to your site, only use keywords where it makes sense and looks natural.2. Publish Useful ContentStart using your list of keywords and phrases in content online-this might look like tips, company news, articles, and photos and videos about roofs. This not only engages potential customers but also drives traffic to your site. Search engines help people find answers to their questions, so if a homeowner wants to know what a dormer roof is, their research can lead them to your roofing business website if you have information about that topic.3. Leverage Social MediaPeople tend to look for companies, services, and products on social media, so consider beefing up your business profile on various networks to rank higher in search results and become more visible as a brand to potential customers.SEO as a general practice can put your website in front of new people, resulting in more chances to convert prospects into clients. Being active on social media magnifies your efforts to drive web traffic to your business.4. Create a Location-Based SEO StrategyBusinesses that serve a specific geographic region-like most roofing companies-should make sure they optimize their website for location-based keywords. "Local SEO" can lead to more relevant traffic on your website, more customer reviews, and more positive engagement overall.Many searchers will find your business through Google. Be sure to set up your Google Business profile to drive searchers to your site.5. Streamline Your Website's NavigationWhen it's easy for potential customers to find the information they're looking for, they will have a better visitor experience and be more inclined to do business with you. Make sure your navigation and service offerings are clear and that key pages are linked from your homepage. Homeowners should be able to contact you with just one click. You can carry forward this same strategy with your site's content by using a tagging system or having sections of your blog deal with related topics rather than grouping them all together. Clear navigation on your website will also enable search engines to crawl your site more effectively and increase your ranking in search results.An intuitive site is more likely to convert visitors into customers. Since most searches originate from mobile devices, it pays to optimize your website for mobile search-when your site works on smartphones and tablets as well as laptops, you don't risk missing out on valuable leads.6. Make SEO Part of Your Marketing StrategyIf you want to attract more qualified visitors to your site, increase sales and earn more revenue, SEO can help. GAF offers roofing company owners tips and webinars to help you grow your business through our Marketing Solutions portal. Here, you can master the basics of digital marketing, manage your online reputation, and learn how to make your website stand out to build your brand. All of these tools will help you reach more qualified customers-no matter your needs or budget.