Printed Business Cards

As the snow begins to fall lightly on the sidewalk, it is only days or weeks before the shovels and ploughs begin their winter occupation. Snow removal is a competitive business and the right business card design is necessary to get your company noticed.

Of course, all the usual contact information is a must but at least one second phone number is ideal. People require snow removal at a moment’s notice so accessibility is key. Home phone, cell phone and business phone is the best way to catch the most customers. A physical address is also preferable to a mail box.

When it comes to layout, practical and obvious is the way to go. Snow removal client don’t want fuss or fanciness they want a practical job done by a practical person so your business card should reflect that. A simple straightforward font like Times New Roman or Arial is more than adequate for snow removal business cards.

A great visual on a snow removal service business card is a picture of snow removal. Indicating the actual device used by the business helps people make a visual association with the words on the card. For those who change with the seasons, images of snow blowing and leaf blowing on the same card is a good idea and will help increase repeat and off season business.

Magnetic cards are an option with snow removal service. Having your number on the fridge on a cold morning is a sure way to get that call. Consider purchasing both magnetic and paper cards for the business.

Color schemes should reflect the tone of the card and any visuals or clip art on the card. For snow removal, blue and white is a good simple way to go. Holiday colors such as green and red are more creative but mix with blue for an interesting visual.

Filed under: Business Card Help on October 8th, 2009