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How Josh Generated A $1,300 Client From His 1st Cold Email Reply!
How Josh Generated A $1,300 Client From His 1st Cold Email Reply!

Josh, part of Elite Group Property Inspections, used ListKit's done-for-you cold email setup to reignite his lead generation efforts. Within his first cold email campaign, he sent fewer than 7,000 emails, generated 14 high-quality leads, and secured a $1,300 inspection client from the very first reply. By leveraging ListKit’s technical expertise, Josh overcame email deliverability hurdles and created a scalable system for consistent outreach.

7

minute(s) read

Written by

Christian Bonnier

Published:

December 10, 2024

Success metrics

6900

emails sent

14

interested replies from ListKit's Triple-Verified leads alone

$1300

deal closed from the first reply alone!

Overview

Elite Group Property Inspections, a trusted name in home inspections for 40 years, was struggling to revive its cold email strategy after years of success with traditional mass email campaigns. The company’s efforts to manage email outreach in-house were plagued by technical challenges, deliverability issues, and domain shutdowns. Seeking a solution, Josh turned to ListKit.

With ListKit’s help, Elite Group sent 6,900 targeted emails and received 14 positive replies. The very first reply resulted in a $1,300 inspection booking, with the client purchasing nearly every service the company offers. The campaign also opened up long-term opportunities with new agents and referrals.

Results

By the Numbers

  • 6,900 targeted emails sent
  • 14 replies from interested prospects
  • 1 inspection client secured from the first reply worth $1,300

What It Meant for the Business

  • Improved Scalability: Josh used ListKit to scale cold email outreach effectively while avoiding domain shutdowns and spam flags, a problem they had faced in previous attempts.
  • Reaching High-Intent Clients: With ListKit’s data and messaging, Elite Group reached decision-makers who were ready to buy, securing a high-ticket client within the first campaign.
  • Multi-Touchpoint System: Integrating cold email with other outreach methods (e.g., LinkedIn and phone calls) allowed Josh to maximize the potential of his leads.
  • Lifetime Value: The $1,300 inspection wasn’t a one-time win—the new client and their referrals have long-term potential for recurring revenue.

Key Takeaways from the Interview

We paraphrased clips from the interview to bring you the main takeaways with Josh's success using ListKit.

On the Results

The very first email we got resulted in a $1,300 inspection booking. They purchased almost every service we offer.

Josh @ Elite Group Property Inspections

00:00–00:55

On Deliverability

ListKit’s multi-domain strategy was a game-changer. Our previous campaigns failed when a single domain got burned, but with ListKit, everything just works.

Josh @ Elite Group Property Inspections

10:22–10:55

On the Long Game

Cold email works if you’re consistent and patient. It’s like Domino’s coupons—over time, repeated exposure builds familiarity and trust.

Josh @ Elite Group Property Inspections

04:52–05:19

On Messaging

ListKit handled all the technical setup and messaging. All I had to do was approve things—it was simple and effective.

Josh @ Elite Group Property Inspections

10:22–10:55

Before ListKit

Challenges

  • Inconsistent email deliverability due to outdated in-house strategies
  • Previous campaigns were derailed by domain shutdowns
  • Lack of scalability in managing large-scale cold email campaigns

Goals

  • Rebuild a scalable cold email system without the technical hurdles
  • Engage high-intent prospects and secure new inspections
  • Minimize the time spent managing outreach

After ListKit

Josh signed up for ListKit’s done-for-you cold email system, leveraging their multi-domain setup, verified leads, and technical expertise. Within weeks, ListKit had Elite Group’s campaigns running smoothly with high deliverability and zero technical issues.

Features Used

  • Learned to use a multi-domain cold email system to avoid spam flags from ListKit's weekly coaching calls
  • Triple-Verified leads for better deliverability and accuracy
  • Deployed A/B testing strategies for optimized messaging
  • Onboarding support to ensure a seamless start

Process: Josh worked with ListKit to define his target audience and campaign goals. ListKit’s team handled all technical setup, data management, and email copywriting. The result was a stress-free, high-impact campaign that delivered immediate results.

Future Plans

Josh’s experience highlights the power of a well-managed cold email system. With ListKit, he turned cold email into a reliable lead-generation channel, securing high-ticket clients with minimal effort on his part.

Moving forward, Josh wants to:

  • Expand cold email campaigns to target more regions and increase volume
  • Integrate multi-touch outreach (e.g., phone and LinkedIn) for high-value leads
  • Continue working with ListKit to optimize and scale the system

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About company

Elite Group Property Inspections has been a trusted name in home inspections for 40+ years.

Southern California

Home Inspection Services

100+

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