01Does Local Services Ads management require a contract?
No. Our services do not require a contract. We earn your business every month by staying accountable to the work, communication, and progress of the program.
02What are Google Local Services Ads?
Local Services Ads are a Google advertising format for eligible local business categories. The ads can appear prominently in Search and let prospects contact a provider through calls, messages, or eligible booking options. Advertisers are charged for leads rather than ordinary website clicks.
03Is my Atlanta business eligible for Local Services Ads?
Eligibility depends on the business category, location, and Google's current program rules. We check the category and Atlanta service area before recommending setup or ongoing management.
04What does Google verification require?
Requirements vary by category and location. They may include a matched and verified Google Business Profile, business registration, licenses, insurance, owner or field-worker screening, professional credentials, or advanced verification. The Local Services dashboard shows the requirements assigned to the account.
05What is the Google Verified badge?
The badge indicates that a provider passed the screening checks Google requires for that category. The checks displayed can vary. A badge can strengthen trust, but it does not guarantee a particular ad position, lead volume, or customer outcome.
06How does Google rank Local Services Ads?
Google describes Local Services Ads as an auction that considers the bid and the likelihood that an ad will produce a lead. Search context, relevance, responsiveness, reviews, photos, completed verification checks, and other profile-quality information can affect the result. Rankings can change by query, customer, time, and market conditions.
07How much should I budget for Atlanta Local Services Ads?
The starting budget depends on the category, Atlanta service area, lead prices, competition, service priorities, and the number of inquiries the team can handle. We use available market and account data to recommend a starting range, then adjust it using delivery and lead-quality evidence.
08Can you dispute or get credit for invalid leads?
Google uses automated systems to identify some poor-quality leads and may issue credits after review. Availability and rules vary, and certain categories are excluded. We review account reports, provide lead feedback, monitor credit status, and correct settings that may be contributing to unwanted leads. Google makes the final credit decision.
09How long does LSA verification take?
Timing depends on the category, assigned checks, documentation, third-party screening, and Google's review process. We help prevent avoidable delays and track outstanding steps, but we cannot control or guarantee Google's approval timeline.
10Can you guarantee Local Services Ads leads or rankings?
No. Eligibility, placement, lead volume, lead cost, and lead quality vary with the market, customer search, competition, bid, budget, profile quality, responsiveness, and Google's systems. We focus on the parts the business can control and measure.
11Do reviews affect Local Services Ads performance?
Reviews help prospects compare providers, and Google lists rating and review count among the information that can contribute to profile quality. Reviews should be earned through a consistent customer-feedback process rather than incentives or prohibited gating.
12How are Local Services Ads different from Google Search Ads?
Local Services Ads are limited to eligible categories, use provider profiles and verification, and charge for leads. Google Search Ads use keywords, ads, landing pages, and click-based auctions across a wider range of businesses. The channels can work together when each has a clear role and shared lead tracking.
