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Facebook vs Google Ads: Which Wins for Pest Control?

Data-driven analysis from $3M+ in pest control ad spend across both platforms

Real Campaign Data
$3M+ Ad Spend Analyzed
Clear Winner Revealed

The Quick Answer

Google Ads
Higher intent traffic (actively searching)
  • Faster conversions (same-day bookings)
  • Better for emergency services
  • Higher cost per lead ($80-150)
  • Limited scale in small markets
  • Facebook Ads
    Lower cost per lead ($25-50)
  • Massive scale potential
  • Better for preventive services
  • Lower intent traffic
  • Longer sales cycle
  • The Verdict

    Use both platforms. Google Ads for immediate, high-intent leads. Facebook Ads for volume and brand building. Most successful pest control companies allocate 60% budget to Google, 40% to Facebook.

    Deep Dive: Platform Analysis

    Cost Per Lead Breakdown

    Google Ads Costs

    General Pest Control $12-18 8-12% $100-150
    Termite Control $15-25 10-15% $100-167
    Bed Bug Removal $18-30 12-18% $100-167
    Emergency Services $20-35 15-20% $100-175

    Facebook Ads Costs

    Lead Generation $25-40 2-3% $25-40
    Free Inspection Offers $20-35 3-4% $20-35
    Seasonal Promotions $30-45 2.5-3.5% $30-45
    Retargeting $15-25 4-6% $15-25

    Key Insight

    Lead Quality & Intent Analysis

    Google Ads Lead Profile

      Facebook Ads Lead Profile

        Conversion Funnel Comparison

        Google Ads Funnel
        3 Customers (30%)
        Facebook Ads Funnel
        3 Customers (12%)

    Targeting Capabilities

    Google Ads Targeting

  • • Search intent keywords
  • • In-market audiences
  • • Location radius targeting
  • • Device and time targeting
  • • Limited demographic data
  • • No interest-based targeting
  • • Can't target competitors' customers
  • Facebook Ads Targeting

  • • Detailed demographics
  • • Interest and behavior targeting
  • • Custom audiences
  • • Lookalike audiences
  • • No search intent
  • • iOS 14 tracking limitations
  • • Audience fatigue issues
  • When to Use Each Platform

    Use Google Ads When:

      Use Facebook Ads When:

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