Be prepared to articulate your position on the issue of concern to you. Ask your legislator's position on the issue of concern. Anticipate possible responses, so you can be prepared to ask follow up questions. If you do not hear from them in a reasonable amount of time, do a follow-up call.
Visits are a very personal and effective form of advocacy.
Oftentimes, such visits are done by a group of constituents . Your group should plan to meet prior to the visit. Identify the most important things you want to convey. You may end up with less time than you anticipated. Appoint a spokesperson.