Marketing that makes your phone ring.
At VS Marketing, we help small & local businesses get more exposure, more leads, and more jobs using simple, proven marketing systems— without tech jargon or complicated tools.
Most of our clients start here.
You don’t wake up wanting “digital marketing.” You want more of the right customers, steady work on the books, and less guessing about what’s working.
You’ve tried agencies or boosted posts that went nowhere. Lots of talk, not many leads.
Common with trades & home servicesYou’re running crews, managing staff, or working with clients. You don’t have hours to play with tools and dashboards.
Owner-operators & small teamsYou want the phone to ring, the inbox to fill, and the calendar to stay booked—without having to guess what to do next.
Slow months hurt the most
Simple, clear services that lead to more business.
We turn “I don’t know where to start” into a simple plan: get found, get leads, get chosen, get efficient, and get ongoing guidance.
Make sure people in your area can actually find you when they search.
- Professional, lead-focused website
- SEO so you show up on Google
- Google Business Profile optimization
Turn website visitors into calls, messages, and quote requests.
- Google Ads & local campaigns
- Landing pages that convert
- Clear calls-to-action on every page
Help customers feel confident choosing you over your competitors.
- Review-building systems
- Before/after photos & case stories
- Simple, clear service explanations
Use simple AI and systems to cut down on busywork and follow-ups.
- Automatic email & text follow-up
- Quote & intake forms that save time
- Basic CRM setup and automations
Ongoing support so you’re never guessing what to do next.
- Monthly check-ins and strategy
- Plain-English reports
- Clear next steps, every month
Everything is built around what matters most to local businesses: more qualified leads and more jobs.
- Focused on results, not trends
- Built for trades, retail & professionals
- Designed around your budget and time
Local businesses that rely on steady, good-quality work.
We’re not built for massive enterprise companies. We’re built for owner-led, local businesses that need marketing that simply works.
You run crews, manage estimates, and keep jobs moving. We help keep your calendar booked.
- HVAC, plumbing, and electrical
- Roofing, painting, remodeling
- Landscaping, cleaning, pest control
You need people walking through the door and coming back again and again.
- Salons, spas, and fitness studios
- Shops, boutiques, and specialty retail
- Local experiences & memberships
You sell expertise and trust. We help the right clients find and choose you.
- Law firms & solo attorneys
- Accountants and bookkeepers
- Chiropractors, therapists, consultants
A direct path to more leads.
No giant homework list. No confusing tech. Just three clear steps to get your marketing working for you.
We start with a short call to understand your services, service area, current marketing, and goals.
We put together a clear, plain-English plan focused on the few things that will move the needle first.
We set everything up, keep an eye on results, and keep improving—so you can stay focused on running the business.
You don’t have to roll the dice on marketing again.
We keep things transparent and practical. No magic switches—just steady, real improvements that you can actually see.
Let’s make your marketing simple and effective.
If you’re a small, local business that wants more exposure, more leads, and more jobs— without learning a bunch of tech jargon —we’d love to talk.
What people say about us?
Don't just take it from us
Thomas L.
“VS helped us establish results-driven marketing for our HVAC business plus got our business processes in shape too so we kept more of our profits."
Matt W.
“The VS team has been invaluable to our landscaping business over the last 3 years. We've finally grown from digital - never did that before."
Ann V.
“VS helped us launch a new healthcare business in town with clients basically waiting at the door. We're already ahead of where we wainted to be.”
FAQ
Straight answers about small business marketing.
You don’t need a trendy hack. You need a simple, honest plan that gets your phone ringing and your calendar booked. Here’s how we approach it at VS Marketing.
Our approach in plain English
We treat your marketing like an investment, not a guessing game. That means:
- Focus on fundamentals that actually move revenue.
- Start with your website, search visibility, and follow-up.
- Use simple AI only where it saves time or wins more jobs.
- Track what matters: calls, forms, and booked work.
Not sure where to start? Book a quick strategy call and we’ll walk you through it.
Do I really need digital marketing, or is word-of-mouth enough?
What does VS Marketing actually do for a small business like mine?
1. A website that looks professional and converts visitors into calls and quote requests.
2. SEO and Google/Maps visibility so locals can actually find you.
3. Simple ads, email, and follow-up so good leads don’t slip away.
No gimmicks, no vanity metrics—just the essentials that get you more jobs.
How is VS Marketing different from other agencies?
Instead, we:
• Speak in plain English, not jargon.
• Prioritize what will impact revenue in the next 30–90 days.
• Design everything around your capacity, budget, and local market.
If something sounds cool but won’t move the needle, we’ll tell you.
Will you lock me into a long, expensive contract?
I’m busy running the business. How much time will this take from me?
• Quick check-ins instead of long meetings.
• Simple reports that show calls, forms, and jobs—not pages of data.
You stay in control, but we do the heavy lifting behind the scenes.
Will you help with strategy too, not just “posting on social”?
That includes small business strategy and operations advice when it affects how you market and deliver your work.
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