Perforated Door Hangers | Tear-Off Coupons & Business Cards | Canada
Perforated Door Hangers
Boost response rates by 40-60% with tear-off coupons and detachable business cards. Perfect for restaurants, contractors, and service businesses across Canada.
Perforation Options
Coupon Perforation
Traditional tear-off coupon at bottom or side. Ideal for discount offers, free services, and limited-time promotions.
Best for:
- Restaurant discounts and free appetizers
- HVAC tune-up specials
- Home service introductory offers
- Retail store grand opening promotions
Business Card Perforation
Standard business card size (3.5" x 2") perforated section. Perfect for long-term retention and referrals.
Best for:
- Real estate agents and mortgage brokers
- Contractors and handyman services
- Insurance and financial services
- Professional services (lawyers, accountants)
Dual Perforation
Combination of immediate-use coupon and retainable business card. Maximum impact for lead generation.
Perfect for:
- Service businesses with repeat customers
- Seasonal businesses (landscaping, pool service)
- Multi-service contractors
- Professional services with referral programs
Custom Shapes
Custom-shaped perforations for branded elements, loyalty cards, or unique promotional items.
Creative options:
- Branded shapes (house, car, tooth)
- Loyalty punch cards
- Event tickets or admission passes
- Membership cards
Design Guidelines for Perforated Door Hangers
Perforation Line Specifications
- Line Weight: 0.25pt stroke, 100% magenta
- Perforation Direction: Horizontal for coupons, vertical for cards
- Safe Zone: 0.125" minimum from perforation to any text
- Corner Radius: 0.0625" radius for clean tear
- Multiple Perfs: Minimum 0.25" between perforation lines
Content Layout Best Practices
- Main Message: Above perforation line for visibility
- Coupon Details: Clear offer terms and expiration
- Contact Info: On both main hanger and detachable section
- Branding: Logo on both sections for brand consistency
- Call to Action: "Tear off and save" or "Keep for future reference"
Proven Campaign Strategies
Restaurant Campaigns
π Pizza Shop Success Story:
"Buy 2 Large Pizzas, Get 1 Free" coupon generated 312 redemptions from 5,000 door hangers (6.2% response rate).
- Free appetizer with entree purchase
- Percentage off first order
- Buy-one-get-one deals
- Family meal package discounts
Home Services
π§ HVAC Contractor Results:
"$50 OFF Furnace Tune-up" generated 89 service calls from 3,000 door hangers (2.97% response rate).
- Seasonal maintenance discounts
- Free estimates for major work
- Emergency service contact cards
- Multi-service package deals
Professional Services
π Real Estate Agent:
Business card perforation with "Free Home Valuation" generated 34 listing appointments from 2,000 door hangers.
- Free consultation offers
- Market analysis coupons
- First-time client discounts
- Referral incentive programs
Production & Pricing
Perforation Pricing
Additional Cost for Perforation:
- 1,000 pieces: +$45 setup + $0.08/piece
- 2,500 pieces: +$45 setup + $0.06/piece
- 5,000 pieces: +$45 setup + $0.04/piece
- 10,000+ pieces: +$45 setup + $0.03/piece
*Prices in CAD. Based on standard coupon perforation.
Turnaround Time
Production Schedule:
- File Review: 1 business day
- Proof Approval: Customer review time
- Production: 3-5 business days
- Finishing: +1 day for perforation
- Rush Options: 24-48 hours available
Tracking & Measurement
Perforation-Specific Tracking Methods
Coupon Tracking:
- Unique Codes: "COUPON25" for 25% off campaigns
- Expiration Dates: Create urgency and track timeframe
- Redemption Tracking: POS systems or manual logging
- Geographic Codes: Different codes per distribution area
Business Card Retention:
- Unique Phone Numbers: Track long-term retention
- QR Codes: Digital landing page analytics
- Service Area Tracking: Ask "How did you hear about us?"
- Follow-up Surveys: Measure brand recall and retention