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Instagram has evolved from a simple photo-sharing platform into a major search tool that shapes how users find products, services, and brands. As visual search grows, businesses that understand Instagram’s role in SEO gain an edge in visibility and engagement. In this blog, we’ll explore how Instagram impacts SEO, why it matters for your marketing strategy, and the steps you
Organic click-through rate (CTR) has always been a north star for SEO performance, but that metric is changing fast. In 2024, across major home-service verticals, we saw average CTRs drop by nearly 18% year over year, even when rankings held steady. At first glance, it might look like search is failing. But that’s not the full story. CTR, or click-through
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Running a successful home services business today takes more than great craftsmanship and customer service. Whether you’re running a multi-vertical company or specializing in one trade, your growth depends on being visible online everywhere your customers are searching. That means juggling SEO, paid ads, social media, content, reviews, email marketing, and more. Many contractors fall into the trap of hiring
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When contractors talk about Google Local Services Ads (LSAs), the conversation often centers on cost-per-lead and visibility. But here’s the truth: nothing impacts your success more than reviews. Google designed LSAs to be trust-based. If your business doesn’t have a strong reputation, you won’t rank — no matter how much you spend. Messaging, response speed, and availability all matter, but
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At Ferocious Media, we’re all about helping contractors thrive — and now we’ve taken that mission one step further. We’re excited to announce our new partnership with The Blue Collar Success Group®, the go-to coaching and business development organization for residential service contractors across North America and Australia. Why This Partnership Matters Running a successful trade business today takes more than
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In today’s fast-paced digital world, every industry, from home services like plumbing and electrical to large-scale contractors, relies on effective social media strategies to stay competitive and reach new customers. At the heart of a strong social media campaign lies a thorough competitor analysis, an essential part of successful brand building. Conducting a competitor analysis not only provides insights into