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Next-Gen Advertising

Connected TV Advertising for Home Services

Be the Brand They Trust Before They Even Google "Plumber."

Stop wasting budget on broadcast commercials that reach the whole state. Use Connected TV (CTV) advertising to target specific neighborhoods, homeowners, and demographics with digital precision.

Trackable. Local. Built for contractors.

What Is Connected TV (CTV) and Why It Wins for Contractors

Television Advertising, Forged for the Digital Age

For decades, TV advertising was a vanity game for the biggest players in town. You had to buy expensive slots during the news or sports games, hoping that a homeowner with a broken AC unit happened to be watching at that exact second.

Connected TV (CTV) changes the math entirely. Because these devices are connected to the internet, we don't buy "time slots." We buy audiences.

Key Definition

CTV refers to video advertising delivered through streaming devices like Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire Stick, and smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Vizio).

  • Homeowners Only: Exclude renters and unqualified leads.
  • Specific Zip Codes: Target your most profitable service areas.
  • High-Intent Audiences: Reach people actively searching for home improvements.
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Traditional TV vs. CTV: Stop Paying for Eyes That Don’t Buy

You shouldn't pay to advertise to people who can't hire you. Here is why modern home service contractors are moving budget from cable to streaming.

Feature
Traditional Broadcast/Cable
Connected TV (CTV)
Targeting
Broad (DMA/City-wide). Hits renters and out-of-area viewers.
Precise. Target by Zip Code, home ownership, and income.
Cost Entry
High upfront commitment. Expensive production requirements.
Flexible. Lower minimums. Pay only for completed views.
Measurement
"Estimated Reach" (Guesswork).
Trackable. See impressions, completion rates, and site visits.
Audience
Declining viewership ("Cord Cutters").
Growing. This is where your customers are watching now.
Skippability
DVR allows skipping commercials.
Non-Skippable. High completion rates (90%+).
Diagram showing CTV influencing PPC, SEO, and Calls

The "Halo Effect": How CTV Boosts SEO and PPC

Fueling Your Lead Generation

CTV is rarely a standalone "emergency service" channel. It is a strategic layer that makes every other dollar you spend work harder. When a homeowner sees your truck on TV, the seed is planted.

Boosting Your Search Ads (PPC)

Brand recognition increases Click-Through Rate (CTR) on your PPC campaigns, lowering cost-per-lead.

Driving Organic Brand Searches

Viewers search for your company name instead of generic terms, signaling authority to Google and boosting Local SEO.

Trust on the Doorstep

Customers feel safer because they’ve "seen you on TV," shortening the trust gap and increasing average ticket size.

Who Is CTV For? (Best-Fit Scenarios)

We believe in open, honest partnership. We won't sell you a service if you aren't ready for it. CTV is ideal for:

Scaling Businesses

You have 3+ trucks and are looking to dominate a specific territory.

Competitive Markets

You operate in a high-density area where PPC clicks are expensive and you need to stand out.

Rebranding Companies

You’ve changed your name or look and need to update the market quickly.

Private Equity Targets

You are building a brand asset that demonstrates market dominance and sophistication.

Note: CTV works best when paired with a solid foundation of SEO and transparent tracking systems.

Measurable ROI: Attribution That Actually Makes Sense

We refuse to operate on "think."

Using cross-device tracking technology, we can track IP Attribution. This means if a user watches your ad on their Smart TV, and then visits your website on their phone or laptop (connected to the same Wi-Fi) within a set window of time, we can attribute that visit to the ad campaign.

Start Tracking Your Growth

Video Completion

Are people watching the whole message?

Cost Per View

Efficiency tracking (CPCV).

Website Lift

Traffic spikes from targeted zip codes.

View-Throughs

Users who saw the ad and later converted.

Our CTV Process: From Creative to Conversion

The 90-Day Campaign Rollout

01

Strategy & Geo-Fencing

We identify your most profitable service areas and overlay data filters to target homeowners.

02

Asset Review & Creative

We optimize your 15s or 30s spots or advise on creating high-converting assets.

03

Launch & Optimization

We deploy ads across premium inventory (Hulu, Sling, ESPN+) with frequency capping.

04

Review & Refine

Monthly attribution reviews to calculate real impact on revenue and booked jobs.

"If you have a home services company that wants to expand you need BlueForge Marketing!!! ... They go above and beyond to make sure that people can find you and get natural lead generation... HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!"
Steven Mann Measured Results: 5-Stars

Frequently Asked Questions About Contractor TV Ads

How much does CTV cost compared to Google Ads?

CTV is generally sold on a "Cost Per Thousand" (CPM) basis. While the pricing structure is different, it is often more cost-effective for reaching a large number of local people than broad keyword bidding. We customize the budget based on the population size of your target zip codes.

Do I need a huge video production budget?

No. While professional quality helps build trust, "authentic" content often performs better than overly polished commercials. A clear message, a shot of your branded truck, and a strong call-to-action are the most critical elements.

Can I target specific neighborhoods?

Yes. We can target down to the zip code level. If you want more jobs in a specific affluent suburb or a neighborhood with older homes likely to need HVAC replacement, we can focus your spend there directly.

Does this replace my SEO or LSA?

No. CTV creates demand; Search Ads and LSAs capture that demand. They work best together. We recommend CTV for contractors who have already established a baseline presence on search and are ready to scale.

Ready to Be the Household Name in Your City?

You’ve got the crews, the trucks, and the desire to grow. Let’s add the spotlight. Schedule a discovery call today, and let's map out a TV campaign that actually books jobs.

A few questions we’ll discuss:

  • Do you currently have video assets (15s or 30s spots)?
  • What are the top 3 zip codes you want to dominate?
  • What is your primary goal: immediate leads or long-term brand dominance?

No pressure. No fluff. Just straight answers.

Serving Contractors Across Utah and Beyond

We help trades businesses grow in our backyard and across the country.