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General Contractors Niagara Community Action Program 716-434-4679
Electricians Wire 4 Hire 716-870-1918
Power Electrical Specialist 716-438-6975
Plumbers Pynn Plumbing 716-434-4911
Locksmiths Rhodes Locksmith 716-434-5099
Gardeners Beautiful Lawns & More 347-MOWGUY-6 (347-669-4896)
Snow Removal Blown Away Snow Services 34-SNOW-GUY-6 (347-669-4896)
Home Owner Programs NYSERDA https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/All-Programs
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Networking with local businesses to secure discounts for home repairs and other services can be a great benefit for community members in a neighborhood watch. Here’s how you can effectively establish these partnerships:
Identify Local Businesses: Make a list of local businesses that provide home repair services, such as plumbers, electricians, landscapers, painters, and general contractors. Include both larger companies and smaller, family-owned businesses.
Reach Out: Contact the businesses on your list. You can do this through phone calls, emails, or in-person visits. Introduce yourself and explain the purpose of the neighborhood watch and the idea of creating a partnership for community benefits.
Propose Mutual Benefits: Highlight the benefits for the businesses, such as:
Increased visibility and potential new customers from the neighborhood.
Positive community relations and goodwill.
Opportunities for advertising their services to a larger audience.
Offer to Promote Their Business: In exchange for discounts, offer to promote their business through neighborhood watch communications, such as newsletters, social media, or community events. This can help them gain exposure and attract new customers.
Create a Discount Program: Work with interested businesses to establish a discount program specifically for neighborhood watch members. This could include a percentage off services, special rates, or bundled service packages.
Develop a List of Participating Businesses: Once you have secured agreements with businesses, create a list of participating businesses and the discounts they offer. Share this list with all neighborhood watch members.
Communicate Regularly: Keep the lines of communication open with the businesses. Regularly check in to see how the partnership is working and if any adjustments are needed.
Host Community Events: Consider organizing community events where local businesses can showcase their services. This can help strengthen relationships and encourage more businesses to participate in the discount program.
Gather Feedback: Encourage neighborhood watch members to provide feedback on the services they receive from participating businesses. This can help maintain quality and ensure that the partnerships are beneficial for everyone involved.
Show Appreciation: Recognize and thank the businesses that participate in the program. This can be done through thank-you notes, social media shout-outs, or featuring them in neighborhood newsletters.
Build Relationships: Focus on building long-term relationships with local businesses rather than just transactional agreements. This can lead to more sustainable partnerships.
Be Professional: Approach businesses in a professional manner, and be clear about what you are asking for and what you can offer in return.
Stay Inclusive: Ensure that the program is inclusive and accessible to all neighborhood watch members, regardless of their financial situation.
By following these steps, your neighborhood watch can successfully network with local businesses to secure discounts for home repairs and other services, ultimately benefiting the entire community.