How much should I spend on ads?
It depends on your area, competition and goals. Here’s how we decide together.
There’s no single right number, and anyone who promises a result for a fixed budget is guessing. We help you choose a starting budget at kickoff based on:
- Your area. A 10-mile radius costs less to cover than a whole state.
- Your competition. Some searches (like emergency plumbing or lawyers) cost more per click than others.
- What a customer is worth to you. If one job is worth $2,000, you can afford more per lead than if it’s worth $50.
- What you’re comfortable testing for the first two or three months.
How we keep it under control
- Spend stays close to the monthly budget you set. Your ads portal shows a pacing bar, and we’re alerted if spending runs ahead.
- After the first month or two, we look at your cost per lead and move money toward what works.
- You can raise or lower the budget any time; just message us.
Updated October 18, 2026