#1- Network with a home insurance company
and ask to be their recommended vendor. Since they deal with homeowners (a.k.a. your customer base!) everyday who better to have your card then a home insurance agent? Contacting a local agency is your best bet. However, you may also want to contact a online home insurance company who can list you in their free online home improvement directories. Try searching some out online if need be.
#2- Get to know your local real estate agents- Many homeowners decide to upgrade their homes when they are getting ready to sell. A real estate agent will typically recommend a list of upgrades that should be performed before the home goes on the market. So, introduce yourself to some of the top real estate agents in your community and you might pick up some great new business.
#3- Follow-up with your Existing Customers- One of the best ways to get new business is to stay in touch with customers that you have already performed work for. Don't assume that just because you updated their bathroom last year that they are going to think of you when it's time to remodel the kitchen. Get strict about keeping all of your customers contact information and once every few months send out a direct mail piece such as postcard. Or, stop by their home and drop a note in their mailbox. Not only is this great customer service, but it might also get a few more projects on your schedule.