Google Ads That Book Jobs. Not Burn Cash

Most agencies run Google Ads like it's 2015. We build campaigns on conversion data, not impressions. Every dollar spent is tracked to a phone call or form fill.

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Day 1

Leads start coming in

$45–$120

Avg. cost per lead in home services

10%

Management fee. flat, no surprises

2–4×

ROAS typical for established campaigns

Overview

What Google Ads actually means for your business.

Google Ads is the fastest lead-generation channel available to contractors. Unlike SEO, which rewards patience with compounding returns over 6–12 months, Google Ads can deliver qualified, high-intent leads within 48 hours of launching a well-built campaign. When a homeowner types 'emergency water damage Atlanta' at 11pm on a Sunday, they're ready to hire. and the first three results capture the vast majority of those calls.

The problem is that most contractor Google Ads accounts are money pits. Agencies set up broad-match keywords without negatives, send traffic to homepages instead of landing pages, ignore call tracking, and report impressions instead of booked jobs. The result is $5,000/month burned on clicks that never convert.

We build Google Ads systems engineered for one outcome: the lowest possible cost per booked job. That means conversion-first tracking, dedicated landing pages per campaign, aggressive negative keyword management, and weekly optimization based on what actually closes. not just what clicks.

Why it matters

Why Google Ads is irreplaceable for new and growing contractors

If you're not yet ranking organically, Google Ads is the only channel that puts you in front of high-intent buyers immediately. A brand-new contractor with zero SEO authority can be on the first page for 'roofing company [city]' the day their campaign launches. and if the unit economics work (positive ROI on ad spend), they can scale predictably.

Google Ads also compounds in a different way than SEO: the more conversion data you feed Google's algorithm, the better it gets at finding more of the same customers. A campaign that starts at $180 cost per lead often drops to $60–$80 within 90 days, not because we lowered bids, but because the algorithm learned what a qualified contractor lead looks like.

For established contractors, Google Ads runs alongside SEO to capture demand you're not yet ranking for. and to protect your brand from competitors bidding on your company name. It's not an either/or; the strongest contractors run both and use each to fill gaps the other misses.

Why it works

Built for contractors. Obsessed with results.

Conversion-first campaigns

We optimize for booked jobs, not clicks. Your cost per lead drops every month as the algorithm learns.

Local Service Ads (LSA) integration

Get those Google Guaranteed badges and show up above everything else in local searches.

Landing pages that convert

We don't send traffic to your homepage. We build dedicated landing pages that 3x your conversion rate.

Transparent reporting

Real numbers, real cost per lead, real ROI. No vanity dashboards. Full access to your ad account.

What we actually do

The four pillars of our google ads system.

Not a generic methodology. a specific, repeatable system refined across hundreds of contractor engagements.

Campaign architecture built for contractors

Most contractor accounts have one messy campaign. We structure accounts so each service, location, and intent level has its own campaign. unlocking granular bidding, reporting, and optimization.

Separate Search campaigns per service type (residential roofing, commercial, storm, emergency)
Location-specific campaigns for metro, suburb, and high-value zip codes
Dedicated brand campaigns to defend your company name from competitors bidding on it
Performance Max campaigns for full Google inventory (YouTube, Display, Shopping, Maps)
Local Service Ads (LSA) integration for Google Guaranteed leads
Remarketing campaigns targeting past site visitors who didn't convert

Landing pages that 3× your conversion rate

Sending Google Ads traffic to your homepage is the #1 mistake contractors make. We build dedicated landing pages per campaign with a single goal: one offer, one CTA, zero distractions.

Sub-2-second mobile load times (critical for paid traffic)
Click-to-call buttons above the fold on mobile
Trust signals: reviews, years in business, BBB rating, license numbers
Service-specific photography. not stock images
A/B tested headlines, CTAs, and form configurations
Thank-you pages that track conversions and trigger follow-up

Conversion tracking that ties clicks to revenue

If you can't see cost per booked job, you can't optimize. We set up end-to-end tracking from first click to signed contract.

CallRail or CallTrackingMetrics with dynamic number insertion
GA4 event tracking for form submissions, call clicks, and chat starts
Offline conversion imports for tracking jobs closed weeks after the click
Google Ads conversion value rules that prioritize high-value job types
CRM integration (HubSpot, ServiceTitan, JobNimbus) where possible
Weekly reporting dashboards you can actually understand

Weekly optimization, not set-and-forget

Google Ads is a weekly discipline. Algorithms drift, competitors enter, and search behavior shifts. We optimize every week. not once a quarter.

Negative keyword review and expansion (removes wasted spend)
Search term report analysis and bid adjustments
Ad copy A/B testing with data-driven winners
Landing page CRO based on Hotjar session recordings
Bid strategy adjustments based on seasonality and performance
Quality score monitoring and ad relevance improvements

Is this right for you?

Who Google Ads is built for.

We're selective about who we work with. not because we're exclusive for the sake of it, but because google ads only delivers serious results in the right circumstances.

Contractors who need leads now, not in 6 months
Businesses with a proven close rate and the capacity to handle new jobs
Owners who want full transparency on cost per lead
Companies ready to scale spend when they find a profitable CPL

Mistakes we fix

The most expensive google ads mistakes. and how we fix them.

Almost every contractor we onboard has made at least two of these. We audit for them on day one and fix them in the first 30 days.

Broad match without negatives

Broad match keywords without aggressive negative lists drain budgets on irrelevant searches. 'roof replacement' matches 'minecraft roof replacement' and 'free roof replacement for veterans'. We audit search term reports weekly and prune ruthlessly.

Sending ads to the homepage

Your homepage serves too many audiences. Someone clicking 'emergency roof repair' doesn't want to see your about page. Dedicated landing pages with single-intent CTAs routinely triple conversion rates.

No call tracking

Most contractor leads come via phone, not forms. If you're not using call tracking with dynamic number insertion, you're flying blind. you have no idea which keywords generate calls and which just burn money.

Chasing the lowest cost-per-click

CPC doesn't pay your crews. CPL (cost per lead) and CPA (cost per acquisition) do. Optimizing for cheap clicks usually means cheap, unqualified traffic. We optimize for the bottom of the funnel.

Our Process

How we deliver Google Ads.

Strategy + Audit

We review your current campaigns (if any), analyze competitors, and build a launch plan targeting your highest-value jobs.

Landing Page Build

We build conversion-optimized landing pages matched to your ad copy. Fast, mobile-first, trust-focused.

Launch + Tracking

We set up call tracking, form tracking, and conversion attribution so every lead is measured.

Optimize Monthly

We refine keywords, ad copy, bids, and landing pages weekly. Your cost per lead drops. Your booked jobs rise.

How we measure success

The metrics that matter. and the ones we ignore.

Impressions, reach, engagement rate. these don't pay your crew. We track the numbers that do.

Cost per qualified lead (CPQL): Not just cost per form fill. cost per lead that meets your qualification criteria.
Cost per booked job: The number that actually matters. Lead-to-job conversion tracked through CRM.
Return on ad spend (ROAS): Revenue generated ÷ ad spend. We target 3× minimum for established accounts.
Impression share and lost impression share: Shows how much demand you're missing due to budget or rank.
Quality Score across key keywords: High quality score = lower CPCs and better ad positions.

What you get

Everything included in Google Ads.

Campaign strategy and build

Landing page design and hosting

Call and form tracking setup

Monthly performance reports

Weekly optimization

LSA management (if eligible)

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Home services note

Home services Google Ads has the highest CPCs on the entire platform. 'water damage restoration' can cost $100+ per click in major metros. The only way to make this profitable is obsessive conversion tracking, tight campaign structure, and dedicated landing pages. Generic PPC agencies lose money here. Specialists don't.

Google Ads FAQ

Common questions about Google Ads for contractors.

What's a realistic cost per lead for Google Ads in home services?+

It varies by industry and market, but our clients typically see $45–$120 per lead for roofing and construction, and $35–$90 for foundation repair and restoration. Brand new campaigns start higher and improve as the algorithm learns. usually 60–90 days to reach target efficiency.

Do I need a minimum ad budget to get started?+

We recommend at least $2,000–$3,000/month in ad spend for Google Ads. Below that, the algorithm doesn't have enough data to optimize properly and results are inconsistent. We'd rather be honest about minimums than take your money and deliver poor results.

What's the difference between Google Search Ads and Local Service Ads (LSA)?+

Google Search Ads show for any keyword you bid on. you get full control over copy and targeting. Local Service Ads are Google's pay-per-lead product for verified businesses and show above Search Ads with a 'Google Guaranteed' badge. We manage both. LSA is cost-effective when you qualify; Search Ads give you more control and reach.

How do you track that an ad actually generated a lead?+

We use call tracking numbers (unique numbers per campaign so we know which ad generated which call) and form submission tracking via Google Ads and GA4. Every lead is attributed to the exact keyword, ad, and campaign. You always know what's working.

Can I pause ads during slow seasons?+

Yes. You're in control of your budget. We'll advise on the best approach. sometimes reducing budget is smarter than pausing (pausing can reset the algorithm's learning phase). But your money, your call. We'll tell you the trade-offs either way.

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