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The Complete Guide to Google Ads for Small Businesses in 2026

20 min read

Master Google Ads for your small business: campaign types, targeting strategies, budget planning, and proven tactics to maximize ROI. Includes FAQ section and expert tips.

When someone in your town searches "plumber near me" or "coffee shop open now," do they find you? Or do they find your competitors?

That's the power—and the urgency—of Google Ads.

Google Ads isn't just for Fortune 500 companies with million-dollar budgets. Small businesses across every industry use it to reach customers at the exact moment they're ready to buy. In fact, businesses make an average of $8 for every $1 spent on Google Ads (source: Google Ads Help Center).

But here's the challenge: Google Ads can feel overwhelming. Campaign types, bidding strategies, keywords, ad copy, landing pages, Quality Scores—it's a lot.

This guide cuts through the noise. Whether you're opening your first campaign or rebuilding one that's not delivering, you'll learn how to set up Google Ads campaigns that actually work for small businesses. Looking for help analyzing your campaign performance? Check out how Advisor AI helps small businesses optimize their Google Ads.

[IMAGE: Hero image showing a small business owner reviewing Google Ads dashboard on a laptop, with graphs showing upward growth trends and customer acquisition metrics]


What is Google Ads? (And Why Small Businesses Should Care)

Google Ads (formerly Google AdWords) is Google's online advertising platform that lets you show ads across Google's ecosystem—Search results, YouTube, Gmail, Maps, partner websites, and mobile apps.

How Google Ads Works (The Simple Version)

  1. You create an ad promoting your product or service
  2. You choose where it appears (Google Search, YouTube, Display Network, etc.)
  3. You bid on keywords or let Google's AI find your customers
  4. You only pay when someone clicks (or based on other actions like calls or views)
  5. Google's algorithm decides which ads to show based on relevance, bid, and quality

Why Small Businesses Love Google Ads

  • Pay only for results — Unlike traditional advertising, you only pay when someone engages
  • Reach customers at the right moment — Show up when someone searches for what you offer
  • Full budget control — Start with $10/day or $10,000/month—you decide
  • Measurable ROI — Track every click, call, and conversion
  • Level playing field — Small businesses can outrank big brands with better relevance and quality

According to Google, 76% of people who search for something nearby on their smartphone visit a business within 24 hours, and 28% of those searches result in a purchase. For local businesses, that's massive.

[IMAGE: Infographic showing the customer journey from Google search to business action—search query → ad click → landing page → phone call/form submission → customer]


Types of Google Ads Campaigns (And When to Use Each)

Google offers multiple campaign types. Here's what small businesses need to know about each:

1. Search Campaigns — Your Bread and Butter

What it is: Text ads that appear on Google Search results when people search for keywords you target.

Best for:

Example: Someone searches "roof repair Chicago" → Your ad appears at the top → They click → They call

Small business tip: Start here. Search campaigns deliver the highest intent traffic. Learn more about creating your first Search campaign from Google's official guide.

[IMAGE: Screenshot mockup showing Google Search results page with sponsored ads at the top for a local plumbing company]

2. Performance Max Campaigns — Google's AI Powerhouse

What it is: Google's newest campaign type that uses AI to automatically show your ads across all Google properties—Search, Display, YouTube, Gmail, Discover, and Maps—from a single campaign.

How it works:

  • You provide ads assets (headlines, descriptions, images, videos)
  • Google's AI tests combinations across channels
  • The system optimizes for your conversion goals

Best for:

  • Businesses wanting broad reach without managing multiple campaigns
  • E-commerce stores with product feeds
  • Service businesses looking to maximize conversions — Check out our guides for HVAC companies, pest control, and landscaping businesses

Key stat: Advertisers using Performance Max see an average 18% increase in conversions at a similar cost per action compared to previous campaign types (source: Google Performance Max Guide).

Small business tip: Performance Max works best when you have conversion tracking set up and at least 30 conversions per month.

[IMAGE: Diagram showing Performance Max campaign structure with one campaign feeding into multiple Google properties—Search, YouTube, Display, Gmail, Maps]

3. Display Campaigns — Build Awareness

What it is: Visual banner ads that appear on over 3 million websites, 650,000 apps, and Google properties like Gmail and YouTube.

Best for:

  • Brand awareness
  • Reaching people browsing related content
  • Retargeting past website visitors

Not great for: Direct lead generation (lower intent than Search)

Small business tip: Use Display for retargeting—showing ads to people who already visited your website but didn't convert.

4. Video Campaigns (YouTube Ads)

What it is: Video ads on YouTube and across Google's video partner sites.

Ad formats:

  • Skippable in-stream ads (play before/during videos; viewers can skip after 5 seconds)
  • Non-skippable ads (15-20 seconds, must watch)
  • In-feed video ads (appear in YouTube search results and recommendations)
  • Shorts ads (vertical video ads on YouTube Shorts)

Best for:

  • Building brand awareness
  • Reaching audiences by interests and demographics
  • Showcasing products or services visually

Small business tip: You can start with as little as $10/day. Even small video campaigns can build local brand recognition.

[IMAGE: YouTube video player mockup showing a skippable ad for a local bakery with "Shop Now" call-to-action button]

5. Shopping Campaigns — For Product-Based Businesses

What it is: Product listing ads that show your inventory with images, prices, and store name directly in Google Search.

Best for:

  • E-commerce stores
  • Retail businesses with online catalogs
  • Any business selling physical products

Requirements: You need a Google Merchant Center account with a product feed.

Small business tip: Shopping campaigns often have higher conversion rates than Search because customers see product images and prices before clicking.

6. Local Campaigns (App & Store Goals)

What it is: Campaigns designed to drive foot traffic to physical locations.

Best for:

  • Restaurants, retail stores, service businesses with storefronts
  • Driving directions, calls, and store visits

Small business tip: If you have a physical location and Google Business Profile, Local campaigns can drive measurable in-store traffic.

[IMAGE: Comparison table showing all campaign types with icons, best use cases, and difficulty level for small businesses]


How to Reach the Right Customers (Targeting That Actually Works)

Google Ads offers powerful targeting options. Here's how to use them:

Keyword Targeting (Search Campaigns)

Keywords are the search terms that trigger your ads.

Three match types:

  1. Exact match[plumber chicago] → Only shows for "plumber chicago" and close variants
  2. Phrase match"emergency plumber" → Shows for searches containing that phrase in order
  3. Broad matchplumber → Shows for related searches Google deems relevant

Best practice for 2026: Use broad match with Smart Bidding. Google's data shows that 62% of advertisers using Smart Bidding use broad match as their primary match type because Google's AI can find relevant searches you'd never think of.

Negative keywords are your best friend: Add terms you DON'T want to show up for. Example: A plumbing business might add "DIY," "training," "jobs," and "salary" as negatives to avoid wasting clicks.

Audience Targeting (Display, Video, Performance Max)

Reach people based on:

  • Demographics — Age, gender, household income, parental status
  • Interests — Hobbies, habits, lifestyle (e.g., "home improvement enthusiasts")
  • In-market audiences — People actively researching products/services like yours
  • Custom audiences — Built from keywords, URLs, and apps related to your business
  • Remarketing — Target people who already visited your website

Pro tip: Use audience signals in Performance Max campaigns to guide Google's AI toward your ideal customer profile.

[IMAGE: Infographic showing targeting layers—geographic targeting (map), demographic targeting (icons for age/gender), interest targeting (hobby icons), and intent-based targeting (search behavior)]

Location Targeting (Critical for Local Businesses)

Want a complete local lead generation system? Read our comprehensive guide on building a local Google Ads lead generation system.

Target by:

  • Country, state, city, zip code, or radius around your business
  • Exclude areas you don't serve

Two options:

  • Presence: People in or regularly in your targeted location (recommended)
  • Interest: People searching for your location (use carefully)

Small business tip: Start tight. Target only the areas you can realistically serve, then expand as you gather data.

Ad Schedule (When Your Ads Run)

Control which days and hours your ads show.

Example: A B2B service might only run ads Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm when decision-makers are working.

Small business tip: If you can't answer the phone on weekends, don't run ads on weekends.


Setting Up Your First Google Ads Campaign (Step-by-Step)

Ready to launch? Here's how to set up your first campaign the right way.

Step 1: Create Your Google Ads Account

  1. Go to ads.google.com
  2. Click "Start Now"
  3. Sign in with your Google account
  4. Enter your business information

Step 2: Set Your Campaign Goal

Google will ask what you want to achieve:

  • Sales — Drive purchases or leads
  • Leads — Get phone calls, form submissions, or sign-ups
  • Website traffic — Drive visitors to your site
  • Brand awareness — Reach more people

Small business tip: Choose "Leads" if you're a service business or "Sales" if you're e-commerce.

Step 3: Choose Campaign Type

For your first campaign, choose Search.

Step 4: Configure Campaign Settings

  • Campaign name: Make it descriptive (e.g., "Search - Plumbing - Chicago")
  • Networks: Uncheck "Include Google Display Network" (keep it Search-only for now)
  • Locations: Set your service area
  • Languages: English (or languages your customers speak)
  • Budget: Start with what you can comfortably spend daily ($10-50/day is common for small businesses)
  • Bidding: Choose "Conversions" or "Conversion value" if you have conversion tracking, otherwise choose "Clicks"

[IMAGE: Screenshot walkthrough showing Google Ads campaign setup interface with annotations highlighting key settings]

Step 5: Choose Your Keywords

Use Google's Keyword Planner (free tool in Google Ads) to find relevant keywords.

For a local plumber, good keywords might be:

  • plumber near me
  • emergency plumber [city]
  • water heater repair
  • drain cleaning service
  • 24 hour plumber

Start with 10-20 keywords in exact and phrase match. For cleaning services, see our specialized Google Ads guide with industry-specific keyword recommendations.

Step 6: Write Your Ads

Google uses Responsive Search Ads where you provide multiple headlines and descriptions, and Google tests combinations.

Provide:

  • 15 headlines (max 30 characters each)
  • 4 descriptions (max 90 characters each)

Good headline examples:

  • 24/7 Emergency Plumber
  • Fast, Reliable Plumbing Service
  • Licensed & Insured Plumbers
  • Same-Day Service Available
  • Call Now: [Your Phone Number]

Good description examples:

  • "Trusted local plumbers serving [City] for 20+ years. Call now for fast, professional service."
  • "No job too big or small. Upfront pricing, no surprises. Schedule your appointment today."

Small business tip: Use your phone number in headlines if driving calls is your goal.

Step 7: Add Extensions (Now Called "Assets")

Ad extensions are FREE and increase your ad's visibility. Add:

  • Call extension — Your phone number
  • Location extension — Your business address (links to Google Maps)
  • Sitelink extensions — Links to specific pages (Services, About, Contact)
  • Callout extensions — Short phrases ("Free Estimates," "Licensed & Insured")
  • Structured snippets — Lists ("Services: Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Water Heaters")

Key stat: Ads with extensions have an average 10-15% higher click-through rate.

Step 8: Set Up Conversion Tracking

This is crucial. Without conversion tracking, you're flying blind.

Set up tracking for:

  • Phone calls
  • Form submissions
  • Purchases
  • Appointment bookings

Google provides simple code snippets to add to your website, or use Google Tag Manager.

Small business tip: If you're not technical, ask your web developer to set this up. It's worth it.

[IMAGE: Flowchart showing conversion tracking process from ad click → landing page → conversion action → Google Ads reporting]

Step 9: Launch and Monitor

Click "Publish" and your campaign goes live (after Google reviews your ads, usually within 1 business day).

Check your campaign daily for the first week:

  • Are ads showing?
  • Are you getting clicks?
  • Are you spending your budget?
  • Are you getting conversions?

Smart Campaigns vs Manual Campaigns (Which Should You Choose?)

Google offers two approaches:

Smart Campaigns (Formerly "Google AdWords Express")

What it is: Simplified campaigns where Google automates most decisions—keywords, bidding, ad placement.

Best for:

  • Complete beginners
  • Businesses with very limited time
  • Local businesses with straightforward offerings

Limitations:

  • Less control
  • Less transparency
  • May not be cost-effective long-term

Manual Campaigns (Standard Google Ads)

What it is: Full control over keywords, bids, ad copy, targeting, and optimization.

Best for:

  • Businesses serious about ROI
  • Anyone willing to learn or hire help
  • Businesses with specific targeting needs

Our recommendation for small businesses: Start with manual campaigns using Smart Bidding. You get control + automation where it matters.


Performance Max Campaigns Explained (Google's AI in Action)

Performance Max is Google's answer to "I want results, not complexity."

How Performance Max Works

  1. You provide assets: Headlines, descriptions, images, videos, business info
  2. You set conversion goals: Leads, sales, calls, store visits
  3. Google's AI does the rest: Tests asset combinations, finds audiences, optimizes bids, and shows ads across all Google properties

When to Use Performance Max

Use it when:

  • You want broad reach without managing multiple campaigns
  • You have conversion tracking set up
  • You trust Google's AI (it needs data to learn)

Don't use it when:

  • You're just starting (you need data first)
  • You have very limited budget (under $500/month)
  • You need granular control over every placement

Performance Max Best Practices

According to Google's official optimization guide:

  1. Run campaigns for at least 6 weeks — AI needs time to learn
  2. Provide high-quality audience signals — Remarketing lists, Customer Match, similar segments
  3. Aim for "Excellent" ad strength — Provide 15 headlines, 5 descriptions, 7+ images, and 1+ video
  4. Use your own video assets — Don't rely solely on auto-generated videos

Key insight: Performance Max works best when you provide diverse, high-quality assets. The more Google has to work with, the better it performs.

[IMAGE: Visual showing Performance Max asset requirements—text assets (15 headlines, 5 descriptions), images (3 landscape, 3 square, 1 portrait), video (1 minimum), logos, and business info]


YouTube Advertising for Small Businesses (Video Ads That Convert)

YouTube has 2 billion logged-in users watching over 1 billion hours of video daily. Your customers are there.

YouTube Ad Best Practices

1. Hook viewers in the first 5 seconds

  • State the benefit immediately
  • Use visual intrigue
  • Make it relevant to the viewer

2. Keep it short

  • 15-30 seconds for most campaigns
  • Get to the point fast

3. Include a clear call-to-action

  • "Visit our website"
  • "Call now for a free estimate"
  • "Shop our sale ending Sunday"

4. Use voice-over effectively

  • Google Ads offers free AI voice-over for existing videos
  • Add professional narration without hiring voice actors

5. Match creative to your goal

  • Awareness campaigns: Focus on storytelling and brand
  • Lead generation: Focus on offers and CTAs

In-Feed Video Ads (Formerly Discovery Ads)

These appear:

  • In YouTube search results
  • On the YouTube homepage
  • In the "Watch Next" sidebar

Best for: Driving video views and channel engagement with content that educates or entertains.

Small business tip: Create helpful content like "How to Choose a Contractor" or "5 Signs You Need a New Roof" to build trust before the hard sell.

[IMAGE: YouTube interface mockup showing in-feed video ad placement in search results and sidebar]


Budget & Bidding Strategies (How Much Should You Spend?)

How Much Do Small Businesses Spend on Google Ads?

Average monthly spend by industry:

  • Local services (plumbers, electricians, HVAC): $500-3,000/month
  • Restaurants: $300-1,500/month
  • Professional services (lawyers, accountants): $1,000-5,000/month
  • E-commerce: $1,000-10,000+/month

Reality check: There's no "right" budget. Start with what you can afford to spend without seeing immediate returns, then scale based on results.

Understanding Bidding Strategies

Manual CPC (Cost-Per-Click)

  • You set the maximum you'll pay per click
  • Good for testing but time-intensive

Smart Bidding (Recommended for 2026)

Google's AI automatically sets bids to maximize results. Options:

  • Maximize Conversions — Get the most conversions within your budget
  • Target CPA (Cost Per Acquisition) — Set your target cost per conversion, Google optimizes to hit it
  • Maximize Conversion Value — Optimize for revenue, not just volume
  • Target ROAS (Return on Ad Spend) — Set your target return (e.g., $5 revenue for every $1 spent)

Best practice: Use Smart Bidding once you have at least 30 conversions in the past 30 days. Until then, use Maximize Clicks or manual CPC.

Budget Pacing Tips

  • Start conservatively — You can always increase budget
  • Monitor daily for the first 2 weeks
  • Expect a learning period — Campaigns need 1-2 weeks to optimize
  • Don't panic over daily fluctuations — Focus on weekly/monthly trends

[IMAGE: Graph showing typical campaign performance over first 8 weeks—initial learning period (fluctuating performance) followed by stabilization and optimization (improved performance)]


Measuring Success (Metrics That Actually Matter)

Vanity metrics like impressions don't pay the bills. Focus on these:

Key Metrics for Small Businesses

1. Conversion Rate

  • Formula: (Conversions ÷ Clicks) × 100
  • Good benchmark: 2-5% for most industries
  • What it means: Percentage of clicks that turn into customers

2. Cost Per Conversion (CPA)

  • Formula: Total Spend ÷ Conversions
  • What it means: How much you pay to acquire one customer
  • Example: If you spend $500 and get 10 leads, your CPA is $50

3. Return on Ad Spend (ROAS)

  • Formula: (Revenue ÷ Ad Spend) × 100
  • Good benchmark: 400% (4:1) or higher
  • Example: You spend $1,000 on ads and generate $5,000 in revenue = 500% ROAS

4. Click-Through Rate (CTR)

  • Formula: (Clicks ÷ Impressions) × 100
  • Good benchmark: 3-5% for Search campaigns, 0.5-1% for Display
  • What it means: How compelling your ads are

5. Quality Score (1-10 scale)

  • Google's rating of your ad relevance, landing page experience, and expected CTR
  • Higher Quality Score = Lower costs and better ad positions
  • Goal: Aim for 7+ on your main keywords

[IMAGE: Dashboard mockup showing key metrics with example numbers—conversions, CPA, ROAS, CTR, Quality Score—with color-coded indicators for good/needs improvement]

Setting Up Conversion Tracking

You can track:

  • Phone calls (from ads, using Google forwarding numbers)
  • Form submissions (using conversion tracking code)
  • Purchases (e-commerce tracking)
  • Page visits (like visiting a "thank you" page)

Without conversion tracking, you can't optimize. Make this a Day 1 priority.


Common Mistakes to Avoid (Learn from Others' Expensive Lessons)

Mistake #1: No Conversion Tracking

The problem: You're making decisions blind.

The fix: Set up conversion tracking before spending a dollar.

Mistake #2: Sending All Traffic to Your Homepage

The problem: Homepages are generic; they don't match ad intent.

The fix: Create dedicated landing pages for each offer/service.

Example: If your ad says "Emergency Plumber," send clicks to a landing page about emergency plumbing service with a phone number, not your homepage.

Mistake #3: Ignoring Negative Keywords

The problem: You waste budget on irrelevant clicks.

The fix: Review search terms weekly and add negatives ruthlessly.

Example: A lawyer advertising "personal injury lawyer" might add negatives like "jobs," "salary," "degree," and "school."

Mistake #4: Writing Ads for Yourself, Not Customers

The problem: Jargon, features-only copy, or being too clever doesn't convert.

The fix: Focus on benefits and customer language. Ask yourself, "What does my customer want?"

Bad: "Leveraging synergistic solutions for optimal residential HVAC system performance" Good: "Keep your home comfortable all year. 24/7 emergency HVAC repair."

Mistake #5: "Set It and Forget It"

The problem: Campaigns drift, waste spend, and underperform.

The fix: Review campaigns at least weekly. Optimize keywords, ads, bids, and budgets.

Mistake #6: Not Testing Ad Copy

The problem: You'll never know what works best.

The fix: Always run at least 2-3 ad variations per ad group. Let Google's algorithm pick winners, then create new challengers.

Mistake #7: Targeting Too Broadly

The problem: You waste money reaching people who'll never buy.

The fix: Start narrow (specific locations, relevant keywords) and expand based on what works.

[IMAGE: Split-screen comparison showing "Bad Google Ads Setup" (homepage landing, no tracking, broad targeting, generic ads) vs. "Good Google Ads Setup" (dedicated landing page, conversion tracking, tight targeting, specific ads)]


How Advisor AI Can Help Your Google Ads Campaigns

Running Google Ads is one thing. Understanding what's working and why is another.

That's where Advisor AI comes in.

What Advisor AI Does

Advisor AI is an AI analytics platform built specifically for small businesses running Google Ads, Meta Ads, and other digital marketing campaigns.

Instead of logging into multiple dashboards and building reports manually, you simply ask questions in plain English:

  • "Which Google Ads campaigns are performing best this month?"
  • "What's my cost per lead from Google Ads vs. Facebook Ads?"
  • "Show me keywords that are wasting money."
  • "What should I optimize first to improve ROI?"

Advisor AI connects directly to your Google Ads account, analyzes your data in real-time, and gives you clear answers with actionable recommendations.

Why Small Businesses Love It

  • No more dashboard overwhelm — Get insights instantly through conversation
  • Cross-platform analysis — Compare Google Ads, Meta Ads, and Google Analytics in one place
  • AI-powered recommendations — Know what to optimize without hiring an agency
  • Save hours every week — Stop building reports; start taking action

Start your free trial →

[IMAGE: Screenshot of Advisor AI interface showing a conversation where a user asks about Google Ads performance and receives a detailed breakdown with charts and optimization recommendations]


Frequently Asked Questions About Google Ads for Small Businesses

How much does Google Ads cost for a small business?

Google Ads has no minimum spend requirement. You can start with as little as $5-10 per day. Most small businesses spend $500-3,000/month depending on industry, competition, and goals. Costs vary by keyword—competitive industries (legal, insurance, home services) have higher costs per click, while niche or local businesses may see lower costs.

How long does it take to see results from Google Ads?

You'll start getting clicks within days, but meaningful results typically take 2-4 weeks as Google's algorithm learns. Expect an initial learning period where performance fluctuates. Most campaigns stabilize and show consistent results after 30-60 days of optimization.

Do I need a website to run Google Ads?

Technically no, but practically yes. You can run call-only ads that click to dial your phone, but most campaign types require a landing page. Your website doesn't need to be fancy—a simple, mobile-friendly page with clear contact info works fine.

Should I hire an agency or do Google Ads myself?

It depends on your budget, time, and complexity. If you have under $2,000/month in ad spend, consider learning the basics yourself using tools like Advisor AI for guidance. If you're spending $3,000+/month or running complex campaigns, an experienced agency or freelancer may provide better ROI. Avoid agencies that require long contracts or won't share account access.

What's the difference between Google Ads and SEO?

Google Ads is paid advertising—you pay for each click or impression, and results stop when you stop paying. SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is organic—you optimize your website to rank naturally in search results for free. Google Ads delivers immediate traffic; SEO takes months but builds long-term value. Most successful small businesses use both.

Can Google Ads work for my industry?

Almost certainly yes. Google Ads works for virtually every industry—from local services (plumbing, HVAC, legal) to e-commerce, B2B, healthcare, real estate, restaurants, and more. If people search for your product or service on Google (and they probably do), Google Ads can work for you.

How do I know if my Google Ads are working?

Set up conversion tracking from day one. Track phone calls, form submissions, purchases—whatever counts as a "win" for your business. Then monitor your cost per conversion and return on ad spend (ROAS). If you're acquiring customers at a cost that's profitable for your business, your ads are working.


Your Next Steps: Launch Your First Google Ads Campaign

You now have everything you need to set up Google Ads for your small business.

Here's your action plan:

Week 1: Setup & Launch

  • Create your Google Ads account
  • Set up conversion tracking (phone calls, forms, or purchases)
  • Launch one Search campaign targeting your core service/product
  • Start with a comfortable daily budget ($10-50/day)
  • Write 3-5 ad variations
  • Add ad extensions (call, location, sitelinks)

Week 2-3: Monitor & Adjust

  • Review performance daily
  • Add negative keywords based on search terms
  • Adjust bids on high-performing keywords
  • Pause underperforming ads
  • Test new ad copy

Week 4: Optimize & Scale

  • Identify winning keywords and increase bids
  • Create dedicated landing pages for top campaigns
  • Consider launching a Performance Max or Display Retargeting campaign
  • Increase budget on campaigns that are hitting target CPA/ROAS

Month 2+: Advanced Strategies

  • Experiment with YouTube ads
  • Test different bidding strategies (Target CPA, Target ROAS)
  • Build remarketing audiences
  • Expand into new keywords and locations

Remember: Google Ads is not "set it and forget it." Success comes from continuous testing, learning, and optimization.

Ready to get started? Sign up for Advisor AI to get AI-powered insights and recommendations for your Google Ads campaigns →


Conclusion: Google Ads Success Is Within Reach

Google Ads isn't just for big companies with massive budgets.

Small businesses with tight budgets, limited time, and no marketing background are using Google Ads every day to:

  • Get the phone ringing
  • Fill their calendars with appointments
  • Drive foot traffic to their stores
  • Compete with much larger competitors

The key is starting smart: Focus on one campaign type (Search is best for most), target your ideal local customers, track conversions, and optimize relentlessly.

And if you want to move faster with less guesswork, Advisor AI gives you instant, AI-powered insights so you always know what's working and what to fix.

Your competitors are already advertising on Google.

The question is: Will your customers find them—or you?

Start your Google Ads journey with Advisor AI today →

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