Google Local Services Ads (LSAs) are one of the best ways for plumbers, HVAC contractors, and electricians to show up at the very top of search results and generate high-quality leads. But simply getting verified and turning on your ads isn’t enough. If your leads have slowed down or the wrong types of calls keep coming in, it’s likely you’re making some key mistakes that are limiting your visibility and hurting your results. Here are five common Google LSA mistakes that contractors make—and how to fix them fast.
1. Incomplete or Inaccurate Profile Information
Your LSA profile is the foundation of your visibility. If you’ve skipped sections or entered outdated information, Google may lower your ranking or not show your ad at all. Make sure your business name, license, insurance, service areas, and service types are fully filled out and accurate. Don’t forget to upload high-quality photos and write a strong business bio that highlights your specialties and trust factors like years in business, 24/7 availability, or emergency services.
2. Poor Response Time to Leads
Google tracks how quickly and consistently you respond to calls and messages through LSAs. If you’re missing calls, taking too long to follow up, or ignoring messages, your responsiveness score drops—and so does your ranking. Make sure someone is always available to answer or return calls promptly. Consider using a call answering service after hours to capture leads even when you're not available.
3. Not Actively Collecting Google Reviews
Reviews are a major ranking factor for LSAs. If you’re not consistently asking happy customers to leave reviews—especially through your Google LSA review link—you’ll fall behind competitors. Send review requests after every completed job, ideally via text or email. Include a direct link to your profile and make it as easy as possible. The more high-quality reviews you have, the higher you’ll rank and the more trust you'll earn with new customers.
4. Selecting Too Many or Too Few Services
Choosing every possible service in your LSA account might seem like a way to get more leads, but it can actually backfire. If you select services you don’t truly offer or specialize in, you risk getting irrelevant leads and low-quality calls. On the flip side, if you select too few services, you limit your visibility and miss out on relevant searches. Be honest and strategic—choose the services that match your ideal jobs and use keywords in your bio to reinforce them.
5. Ignoring Lead Quality and Not Disputing Bad Leads
Not every LSA lead will be a good one, and you shouldn’t have to pay for irrelevant calls. If someone contacts you for a service you don’t offer, is outside your service area, or is clearly spam, you can dispute the lead with Google and request a credit. Many contractors leave money on the table by not reviewing their leads and disputing the bad ones. Keep a close eye on your LSA dashboard and take advantage of the dispute process—it’s there to protect your ad budget.
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