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.

45%
Average increase in response rates with perforated coupons vs. standard door hangers

Perforation Options

Coupon Perforation

πŸ’³ Detachable Coupon

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

πŸ“‡ Detachable Business Card

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

πŸ“‹ Coupon + Card

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

⭐ Unique Die-Cut

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

πŸ• 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

πŸ”§ 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

🏠 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