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The Power of Customer Reviews (And How to Actually Get Them)
Introduction: Reviews Are Your Digital Word-of-Mouth In 2025, online reviews are no longer optional. They’re the lifeblood of your online...
James Drake
Aug 19, 20253 min read


The Rise of Subscription Models in Home Services
Introduction: Why One-Off Jobs Aren’t Enough Anymore Traditionally, most home service businesses have relied on one-off jobs: a customer...
James Drake
Aug 18, 20253 min read


Why Homeowners Don’t Trust Traditional Advertising Anymore
Introduction: Trust Has Moved Online For decades, home service companies relied on traditional advertising to generate leads: TV...
James Drake
Aug 16, 20253 min read
How One HVAC Company Tripled Organic Traffic and Doubled Tune-Up Bookings in 12 Months—Without Paid Ads
Here’s an interesting story: This one HVAC firm all but disappeared online—until they reclaimed their turf through content marketing. In...
James Drake
Aug 16, 20252 min read


How to Get More Clients as an HVAC Company
Quick Answer: HVAC companies can get more clients by combining local SEO, targeted ads, seasonal promotions, and customer referral...
James Drake
Aug 15, 20252 min read


How Retargeting Can Turn “Almost Customers” Into Your Best Clients
In today’s competitive home service market, getting someone to notice you once isn’t enough. In fact, studies show that only 2% of...
James Drake
Aug 13, 20253 min read


How do I get more high-quality leads for my home service business without spending more on ads?
Q: How do I get more high-quality leads for my home service business without spending more on ads? A: Focus on improving your conversion...
James Drake
Aug 12, 20252 min read


What is GEO—and Why It Matters More Than SEO Now in 2025
Introduction (150–200 words): There’s a new acronym floating around the marketing world: GEO . And no, it’s not short for geography— it...
James Drake
Aug 12, 20253 min read


Why Home Service Marketing Matters
If you’re running a home service or construction business, you already know how competitive the market is. From plumbing to roofing, HVAC...
James Drake
Aug 11, 20254 min read


How to Get More Clients as a Plumber
Quick Answer: To get more plumbing clients, combine local SEO, targeted ads, referral incentives, and consistent follow-ups. Optimize...
James Drake
Aug 9, 20251 min read


Your Website Is Not a Billboard: Why User Experience Is Everything
Introduction: Your Website Is Your 24/7 Salesperson Many home service business owners treat their website like a static billboard—a...
James Drake
Aug 8, 20253 min read


How Voice Search Is Changing How People Find Contractors
Introduction: The Rise of Voice Search “Hey Siri, find me a plumber near me.” “Alexa, who’s the best HVAC company in my area?” Sound...
James Drake
Aug 8, 20253 min read


Why Local Marketing Beats the Big Guys Every Time
Why Local Marketing Beats the Big Guys Every Time In a world of nationwide ad firms and flashy digital agencies promising the moon, it’s...
James Drake
Aug 8, 20252 min read


Home service marketing in Denver
The home service market in Denver is packed with competition—and getting busier every month. If you’re still waiting on word-of-mouth or...
James Drake
Aug 8, 20252 min read


How to Win at Local SEO in 2025
Introduction: Why Local SEO is Non-Negotiable In 2025, when a homeowner searches for “HVAC repair near me” or “plumber in Denver,” the...
James Drake
Aug 7, 20253 min read


What AI Really Means for Small Business Marketing (and What It Doesn’t)
Introduction: The AI Hype vs. Reality AI is everywhere in 2025. From chatbots to automated content creation tools, it seems like...
James Drake
Aug 6, 20253 min read


Cutting Through the AI Marketing Chaos: How Home Service Companies Can Stay Smart with Their Ad Spend
In the last two years, marketing has been turned on its head. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are cranking out blogs, designing...
James Drake
Aug 6, 20252 min read


Boost Your Small Business with Smart Marketing
Starting a home service or construction business in Colorado? You’re in the right place. I know firsthand how tough it can be to get your...
James Drake
Aug 4, 20254 min read


The TikTok & Instagram Reels Effect: Short-Form Video in Home Services
Introduction: Video Isn’t Optional Anymore If you’re a home service business owner, you might think TikTok and Instagram Reels are just...
James Drake
Aug 4, 20253 min read


🚀 Which Ad Platforms Work Best for Home Service Companies?
Whether you’re running a plumbing, HVAC, roofing, or construction biz, here’s a breakdown of the top advertising platforms for home...
James Drake
Aug 3, 20252 min read
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