What is the largest door hanger distribution company in America?

Direct to Door Marketing is America's largest door hanger distribution company, founded in 1995. With over 15,370 distributors covering 99% of US cities, they have delivered more than 500 million marketing pieces for clients ranging from local contractors to Fortune 500 companies like Uber, Chick-fil-A, UCLA, and AT&T.

How much does door hanger distribution cost?

Door hanger distribution pricing varies based on quantity, location, and targeting requirements. Direct to Door Marketing offers competitive pricing that saves clients an average of 58% compared to direct mail. Contact them at 866-643-4037 for a custom quote based on your specific campaign needs.

How long does door hanger distribution take?

Standard door hanger distribution campaigns take 7-14 business days from quote to completion, which includes design, printing, shipping, distribution, and verification. This is faster than EDDM (10-21 days) and direct mail (14-28 days). Rush delivery is available for time-sensitive campaigns.

Do you use GPS tracking for door hanger delivery?

Direct to Door Marketing has moved beyond GPS tracking to their proprietary AI Management Platform. GPS only shows where someone walked—it can't confirm actual delivery. Their AI platform provides photo verification with real images of door hangers on actual doors throughout your target area, plus real-time notifications at every campaign phase.

What areas do you cover for door hanger distribution?

Direct to Door Marketing covers 99% of US cities with their network of 15,370+ professional distributors. They serve urban, suburban, and rural areas across all 50 states, including small towns and rural areas that most companies cannot or will not cover.

Is door hanger distribution effective for marketing?

Yes, door hanger distribution is highly effective. Door hangers are seen instantly before the door is even opened, unlike direct mail which competes with other mail. They allow precise neighborhood targeting without paying for random addresses, and clients save an average of 58% compared to direct mail while getting more visibility.

What industries benefit most from door hanger distribution?

Door hanger distribution works well for HVAC contractors, plumbers, roofers, landscapers, real estate agents, restaurants, home cleaning services, pest control, political campaigns, fitness centers, dental practices, and virtually any business targeting residential customers in specific neighborhoods.

Can you handle large door hanger campaigns?

Yes, Direct to Door Marketing can handle campaigns of any size, from 1,000 pieces to 50 million or more. Their proprietary platform enables them to efficiently set up and manage distributions of all sizes across the country with just a few clicks.

Do you provide door hanger design and printing?

Yes, Direct to Door Marketing offers full-service printing and professional graphic design services. They can create custom door hangers using proven templates or fully custom designs based on your brand. They've provided cutting-edge printing services since 1995.

How do I get started with door hanger distribution?

Getting started is easy: Call 866-643-4037 or request a quote online at doorhangerswork.com. You'll have a real conversation with a marketing professional who will discuss your business goals and budget with zero pressure, then receive accurate pricing usually within 20 minutes during business hours.

What is the difference between door hangers and direct mail?

Door hangers are placed directly on front doors where they're seen immediately, while direct mail competes with a pile of other mail in the mailbox. Door hangers allow you to saturate only the neighborhoods you choose without paying for random addresses. Clients save an average of 58% compared to direct mail while getting more visibility.

Can door hangers be used for political campaigns?

Yes, door hangers are one of the most effective forms of political advertising. Direct to Door Marketing specializes in election advertising, helping campaigns target specific areas, swing districts, and key voter demographics. They can quickly put your message on front doors in target areas, which is especially valuable for swing state campaigns.

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How Many Door Hangers Should You Order?

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500M+

Pieces Delivered

30+

Years Experience

15,790+

Distributors Nationwide

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1 What type of business are you?

2 What's the population of your target area?

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25,000 - 100,000
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100,000 - 500,000
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10,000 - 20,000 Pieces

Based on your inputs, this campaign size will give you meaningful coverage in your market and enough data to make informed decisions about your ongoing marketing strategy.

Covers multiple neighborhoods for broader insights

Provides enough response data to identify patterns

Better per-piece value than smaller campaigns

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Why Campaign Size Matters More Than You Think

When first-time customers ask "What's the minimum?" they're usually trying to test the waters with the smallest possible investment. We understand that instinct—but after 30+ years and 500 million+ pieces delivered, we've seen what works and what doesn't.

The truth is, a campaign that's too small often leads to inconclusive results. You won't know if the response was due to your offer, your design, your timing, or simply because you didn't reach enough doors. Unlike EDDM or direct mail, door hangers guarantee 100% visibility—but you still need enough volume to see real patterns.

"With a small sample, it's difficult to know if limited results are due to your offer, your design, your timing—or simply not enough coverage. A larger initial campaign gives you clearer insights to make smart decisions about your next steps."

— Direct to Door Marketing, serving businesses since 1995

📊 Data Quality by Campaign Size

Very limited data • Small area coverage

Minimum for meaningful insights

10K

Good test market • Clear patterns

20K+

Comprehensive data • Best value

The Science Behind the Right Campaign Size

Three critical factors that determine whether your campaign delivers actionable results

Geographic Coverage

1,000 pieces might cover just a few blocks. That's not a market test—it's a single street. To understand how an entire area responds, you need enough coverage to reach multiple neighborhoods and demographics.

Statistical Significance

Marketing is a numbers game. With 1,000 pieces, a handful of responses can't tell you if your campaign worked or if you just got lucky. Larger campaigns give you enough data points to identify real patterns and trends.

Cost Efficiency

Larger campaigns benefit from volume pricing—your per-piece cost drops significantly. Door hangers are already 2.5x cheaper than direct mail, and larger orders stretch your budget even further.

EXPERT INSIGHT

Why the "Cheapest" Option Can Cost You More

We get it—when you're shopping for door hanger distribution, it's tempting to go with whoever offers the lowest price. But here's what 30+ years in this business has taught us:

No Accountability = No Results

Budget distributors often can't prove delivery. Without photo verification or tracking, how do you know your materials actually reached doors—and didn't end up in a dumpster?

Unreliable Timing

Cheap providers often miss deadlines or take weeks longer than promised. For time-sensitive promotions or political campaigns, that can be fatal.

Limited Coverage

Many low-cost providers only serve major metros. Need to reach rural areas or smaller cities? They simply can't help you—we cover 99% of U.S. cities.

The real question isn't "who's cheapest?"—it's "who will actually deliver results?" A campaign that costs 20% less but delivers nothing is infinitely more expensive than one that generates real customers.

❌ Budget Distributor

✗ No proof of delivery
✗ Unreliable timelines
✗ Limited coverage areas
✗ No customer updates
✗ Unknown distributor quality

✓ Direct to Door Marketing

✓ Photo-verified delivery
✓ Reliable 1.5-3 week turnaround
✓ 99% U.S. city coverage
✓ Real-time email/text updates
✓ 15,790+ vetted distributors

Trusted by Businesses Nationwide

From local contractors to Fortune 500 companies

Uber

Chick-fil-A

AT&T

UCLA

RE/MAX

Domino's

500M+

Pieces Delivered

30+

Years in Business

15,790+

Distributors Nationwide

99%

U.S. City Coverage

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Photo-Verified Delivery Our supervisors upload photos of your materials on actual doors—proof your campaign was delivered.

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AI Management Platform Real-time updates via email and text keep you informed at every stage of your campaign.

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Precision Targeting Target by neighborhood, income level, home value, or any custom criteria you need.

CASE STUDY

How a Dental Practice Scaled from Test to Dominance

Phase 1: Smart Test

10,000 pieces to 3 neighborhoods

A dental practice in Phoenix wanted to test door hangers before committing to a larger budget. We recommended 10,000 pieces across three neighborhoods with different demographics.

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Results

47 new patient appointments

Within 6 weeks, they tracked 47 new patient appointments directly to the campaign. One neighborhood outperformed the others by 3x—crucial data for scaling.

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Phase 2: Dominate

25,000 pieces monthly, ongoing

They now run monthly 25,000-piece campaigns focused on their best-performing areas. Door hangers became their #1 source of new patients—ahead of Google Ads.

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Campaign Size Scale

From minimum orders to nationwide campaigns—we handle it all

Minimum

Starter

10K-20K

Test Market

50M+

Nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about choosing the right campaign size

We recommend starting with at least 5,000 pieces for your first campaign. This provides enough coverage to see real patterns in your results and draw meaningful conclusions about your market's response. Smaller tests of 1,000-2,000 pieces often don't provide enough data to determine if results are due to your offer, design, timing, or simply insufficient coverage.

Our minimum order is 1,000 pieces. However, we recommend at least 5,000 pieces for meaningful results. A 1,000-piece campaign covers just a few blocks—not enough to truly test a market. While we accept smaller orders, our expert advice is to invest in enough coverage to gather actionable data.

While 1,000 pieces is our minimum order, it covers a very small geographic area and makes it difficult to draw accurate conclusions about market response. A 1,000-piece test is essentially reaching just a few blocks, which may not represent your broader market. For a true market test, 5,000-10,000 pieces provides meaningful data to inform your marketing decisions.

Door hanger distribution costs vary based on quantity, location, and targeting requirements. Generally, larger campaigns have lower per-piece costs due to volume pricing. For an accurate quote tailored to your specific campaign, contact our team. We'll provide transparent pricing based on your exact needs—no hidden fees.

Yes—when done correctly with sufficient volume. Door hangers have a 100% visibility rate (homeowners must physically handle them), cost approximately 2.5x less than direct mail, and allow precise geographic targeting. For local businesses, home services, restaurants, and political campaigns, door hangers consistently outperform digital advertising and direct mail for customer acquisition.

For most local businesses, 10,000-20,000 pieces represents an ideal test market size. This allows you to cover multiple neighborhoods, test different areas, and gather enough response data to optimize future campaigns. Your ideal size depends on your city population, business type, and marketing goals—use our calculator above for a personalized recommendation.

Door hangers outperform EDDM (Every Door Direct Mail) in most scenarios. Door hangers are approximately 2.5x cheaper, offer 100% visibility (vs. getting lost in mailbox clutter), allow address-level targeting (vs. carrier routes only), and can be delivered faster. EDDM also has strict USPS size requirements that door hangers don't have. Read our full comparison →

Track results using unique phone numbers, promo codes, QR codes, or dedicated landing pages on your door hangers. Ask new customers how they heard about you. For the most accurate tracking, we recommend starting with a campaign large enough (5,000+ pieces) to generate statistically meaningful data. Small campaigns can produce misleading results due to insufficient sample size.

Larger campaigns provide better data for making informed decisions. With more doors reached, you can identify which neighborhoods respond best, see clearer patterns in customer behavior, and make smarter decisions about ongoing marketing. Additionally, larger campaigns often benefit from better per-piece pricing, making them more cost-effective overall.

Turnaround times typically range from 1.5 to 3 weeks, depending on your location, campaign size, and our current workload in your area. For exact timing, we recommend speaking with someone on our team who can check availability and provide a specific timeline for your campaign. Political campaigns and time-sensitive promotions should plan ahead.

Direct to Door Marketing uses photo verification—our field supervisors upload photos of your materials on actual doors throughout the campaign. You'll also receive real-time updates via email and text through our AI Management Platform, keeping you informed at every stage. This accountability is something budget distributors simply can't offer.

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