LIVE CAMPAIGN
Impressions
0
CTR
12.4%
Clicks
0
CPC
$2.14
Conversions
0
Cost/Lead
$34
Google Ads Management • Google Partner

Stop Wasting Money on Clicks. Start Getting Calls.

As a Google Partner managing 40+ accounts, we build campaigns that generate real phone calls and booked jobs — not vanity metrics. Every dollar tracked, every lead accounted for.

Google Partner certified 40+ accounts managed No contracts

Why Most Google Ads Campaigns Fail

We audit ad accounts every day. Here's what we find in 9 out of 10 campaigns.

No Negative Keywords

Half your budget goes to searches like "jobs", "DIY", "free", "salary". We add negatives weekly.

No Conversion Tracking

If you can't track calls and form fills, you're flying blind. Google can't optimize what it can't measure.

Wrong Match Types

Broad match with no guardrails = Google spends your money on irrelevant searches. We control every keyword.

Set & Forget

Your last agency set it up and walked away. We optimize weekly — bids, copy, extensions, search terms.

The Real Cost of Poorly Managed Ads

The average Google Ads account for local service businesses wastes 40-60% of its budget on irrelevant searches. If you're spending $2,000/month on ads and half is wasted, you're effectively paying double for the leads you actually get. Most businesses who "tried Google Ads and it didn't work" had an execution problem — not a platform problem. The platform works. The management was the issue.

When Google Ads are set up correctly — tight keyword match types, weekly negative keyword mining, real conversion tracking — local service businesses see an average ROI of 200-400%. The national average cost-per-lead for home services via Google Search is $35-65. With proper campaign architecture, our clients consistently achieve cost-per-lead under $30 in competitive markets.

The biggest hidden cost is running without conversion tracking. Without phone call and form fill tracking set up correctly, Google's algorithm optimizes for clicks to your website — not leads to your business. These are never the same thing. We set up complete conversion tracking before the first dollar is spent, so every optimization decision is based on real qualified leads, not vanity metrics.

What We Actually Do With Your Ads

No black box. Here's exactly what we manage every week.

Campaign Architecture

Tightly themed ad groups, single keyword themes, dedicated landing pages. Structure = quality score = lower costs.

Conversion Tracking

Phone calls, form submissions, booking clicks — all tracked. You know exactly which keyword generated which lead.

Negative Keyword Mining

We review search terms weekly and block irrelevant queries. Most accounts we take over have zero negatives.

Ad Copy Testing

Multiple RSAs per ad group, tested against each other. We kill underperformers and scale winners.

Local Services Ads

Google Guaranteed badge, pay-per-lead (not per click), and prime placement above search ads. We manage both.

Transparent Reporting

Monthly reports with real numbers — cost per lead, conversion rates, spend breakdown. No vanity metrics.

Get Your Free Ads Audit →

We'll review your account and show you where budget is being wasted.

Google Partner vs. Everyone Else

Most agencies run Google Ads. We run Google Ads campaigns engineered to generate qualified phone calls.

Typical Agency

  • Broad match keywords with no negative keyword list
  • Tracks website clicks as "conversions" — not actual calls or leads
  • Sets up the campaign once — "set and forget" management
  • Owns your account — data disappears when you leave
  • Monthly reports with charts that obscure actual CPL

Osprey Solutions

  • Exact and phrase match with negative keyword mining every week
  • Real conversion tracking: phone calls, forms, bookings via Google Tag Manager
  • Weekly optimizations — bids, copy, extensions, search term review
  • Your account, your data — we manage under your Google account always
  • Transparent reports: cost per lead, total leads, ROAS — clear and honest
Real Results

3x Leads. 70% Lower Cost Per Lead. 90 Days.

A roofing contractor was spending $2,500/month with barely any leads. Wrong keywords, no negatives, no tracking. We rebuilt everything.

8
Leads/month (before)
27
Leads/month (after)
70%
Lower CPL
$0
Setup Fee
40+
Accounts Managed
3x
Avg Lead Increase
70%
Lower CPL Avg
Google Partner

Who Gets the Best Results from Google Ads

Google Ads works for any business where customers search for what you sell. It works especially well for:

  • Emergency service businesses — plumbers, locksmiths, roofers, HVAC. Customers searching "emergency plumber near me" need help NOW and will pay premium rates.
  • High-ticket service contractors — roofing, concrete, foundation repair. A $5,000 average job makes a $50 cost-per-lead completely viable.
  • Businesses new to the market — no organic rankings yet? Google Ads puts you on page 1 immediately while SEO builds over 3-6 months.
  • Businesses with seasonal peaks — storm season, summer renovations, back-to-school. Ads can be ramped up precisely when demand spikes.
  • Business owners frustrated with their current agency — if you're spending $1,000+/month and getting minimal leads, your campaigns almost certainly have structural problems we can fix.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Google Ads management cost?

Our management fee starts at $500/month, separate from your ad spend. We recommend a minimum ad budget of $1,000/month for local service businesses. No setup fees, no contracts.

How long before I see results?

Most clients see their first leads within the first week. Campaigns typically reach optimal performance within 30-60 days as we gather data, refine keywords, and optimize bids.

What's the difference between Google Ads and Local Services Ads?

Google Ads (Search) shows text ads at the top of search results — you pay per click. Local Services Ads (LSAs) show your business with a Google Guaranteed badge — you pay per lead. We manage both and recommend the right mix for your business.

Do I own my Google Ads account?

Yes. Your Google Ads account is yours. We set it up under your email, manage it, and if you ever leave, you keep everything — campaigns, data, conversion history. No hostage situations.

What makes Osprey different from other agencies?

We're a Google Partner managing 40+ accounts. We do real conversion tracking (not just clicks), add negative keywords weekly, and send transparent reports. No long-term contracts — we earn your business every month.

How much should I budget for Google Ads as a local service business?

We recommend a minimum of $1,000/month in ad spend. This generates enough data to optimize campaigns effectively. In competitive markets like roofing or HVAC, $1,500-3,000/month produces the best results. Our management fee starts at $500/month, separate from your ad spend.

What is a good cost per lead for home services Google Ads?

A competitive benchmark for home services is $30-65 per lead. Emergency trades typically see $20-40 CPL. High-ticket services like roofing and foundation repair see $40-80 CPL. Our average across 40+ managed accounts is under $35 per qualified lead — verified through real phone call tracking.

Should I run Google Search Ads or Local Services Ads?

Both, ideally. Local Services Ads show above Search Ads with a Google Guaranteed badge — you pay per lead, not per click. Search Ads give more targeting control. We manage both and allocate budget based on your market and which format drives the best cost-per-lead for your specific services.

Stop Burning Budget. Start Getting Leads.

Book a free strategy call. We'll audit your Google Ads account and show you exactly where you're wasting money.

Free audit No contracts You own your account