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Good Website Design: What It Actually Does and Why It's Critical
Most “website design” conversations are backwards. People obsess over colors, fonts, animations, and whether it “feels premium.” Meanwhile, the site is still leaking leads, confusing customers, and sending paid traffic into a black hole. At FRM, we treat your website like a sales asset , not a digital brochure. A well-designed website does three jobs: Convert demand into booked calls Build trust fast (especially on mobile) Give you clean data so you can scale profitably If it
James Drake
Jan 265 min read


How to Create a Facebook Business Page for Beginners
Ready to get your business on Facebook but feel overwhelmed by where to begin? You are in the right place. This beginner friendly how-to will show you how to create a page for your business on facebook, step by step, without any tech headaches. We will start with the basics, choosing the right Page type and name. Then you will set a custom username, add a profile and cover photo that fit, and fill in the About section so customers can find you fast. You will add contact detai
James Drake
Jan 2111 min read


Unlocking the Power of Localized Marketing Benefits
If you run a home service or construction business in Colorado, you already know that the competition is fierce. Everyone’s trying to get noticed, but here’s the secret: localized marketing benefits can give you the edge you need. It’s not just about shouting louder; it’s about speaking directly to your neighbors, your community, and your local market. And trust me, when you get this right, the results can be game-changing. Let’s dive into how you can unlock the power of loc
James Drake
Jan 194 min read


Mastering Digital Marketing for Colorado Home Services
If you run marketing for a Colorado HVAC, plumbing, roofing, or cleaning company, you already know the market does not behave like a national average. Weather swings, mountain versus Front Range geographies, and service area limitations can turn a good plan into wasted spend. Many teams partner with digital marketing agencies, others build in house. What matters is a strategy tuned to Colorado’s demand patterns, local search dynamics, and capacity constraints. In this analysi
James Drake
Jan 1711 min read


5 Local Advertising Tactics That Actually Drive Calls for Colorado Service Businesses
Homeowners in Colorado see over 5,000 ads every day — most of which they forget within seconds. That’s a problem when you’re spending real money trying to keep trucks on the road. The truth is, the old “spray-and-pray” ad model doesn’t work for trades anymore. If you’re an HVAC, plumbing, or electrical company trying to win locally, you need ad tactics designed for speed, trust, and intent — not vanity metrics. 1. Dominate the Local Map Pack Nearly 46% of all Google searche
James Drake
Nov 3, 20253 min read


Best Practices for Home Service Marketing
If you’re running a home service or construction business, you know how tough it can be to stand out. The market is crowded, and customers have plenty of options. But don’t worry - I’ve got your back. I’m here to share some practical, no-nonsense tips that will help you grow your business and get more leads. And yes, I’ll sprinkle in some Colorado flavor because local examples make everything clearer and a bit more fun. Let’s dive into some of the best practices for marketing
James Drake
Oct 29, 20255 min read
12 Quick Wins for Colorado Home Service Companies in 2025 (That You Can Implement This Month)
Let's be honest: as a home service business owner in Colorado, you've got enough on your plate. You're managing technicians, handling customer calls, ordering parts, dealing with no-shows, and trying to grow your business—all while the big companies with massive marketing budgets seem to dominate every search result. The good news? You don't need a complete business overhaul or a six-figure marketing budget to move the needle in 2025. You need smart, tactical quick wins that
James Drake
Oct 24, 20258 min read
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