Cleaning PPC that pays back over months
A one-time clean rarely pays back an expensive click. A biweekly client who stays for a year does, many times over. Cleaning company PPC works when it's measured against the value of recurring clients and targeted at the services and neighborhoods that bring them.
How I run cleaning ads
- Recurring-intent keywords first"Weekly house cleaning service", "maid service near me", "recurring house cleaners". Move-out and deep cleans run as separate campaigns with their own budget.
- ExclusionsCleaning jobs, cleaning supplies, DIY tips, "how to clean" and product searches.
- Neighborhood focusAreas where you have crews and capacity, where clients are a good fit for your pricing.
- Booking-ready landing pagesWhat's included, starting prices if you show them, trust details and quick booking.
- Tracking by clientBookings tied back to campaigns so you see cost per recurring client, not just cost per lead.
- Local Services Ads where eligibleHouse cleaning is supported as an LSA category in some areas; availability varies.
Audit first, then a fixed price
What's included
- Campaigns by service type
- Negative keyword list
- Landing page advice or builds
- Booking and call tracking
- Weekly optimization, monthly report
Cleaning PPC questions
Are Google Ads worth it for cleaning businesses?
Usually when you measure them against recurring client value. If most ad clients book a single clean and never return, the ads or the offer need changing.
Should I advertise move-out cleaning?
It can be profitable, especially near rentals and universities, but run it as its own campaign so it doesn't use up budget meant for recurring clients.
Do Facebook ads work for cleaners?
They can for first-clean promotions and remarketing. Search ads usually reach people closer to booking.
How much does cleaning PPC management cost?
I quote one fixed monthly price after a free audit; ad spend is separate. See Google Ads costs.
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