Maps does half the work
Stucco customers search locally and check reviews. Pairing ads with Maps optimization is what produced the Triple Stack.
Google Ads & Maps for Stucco Contractors
Google Ads for stucco contractors. The account that went from $120 to $35 per lead.
Current client: Lemon Grove Stucco. I manage their ads and built their website.
Re-stucco, patching, color coats and new construction. Lemon Grove Stucco is one of my longest-running accounts, and it's where the Triple Stack came from: paid ad, sponsored Maps pin and #1 organic listing for the same search.
5.0 · 52 Google reviewsSe habla español
- $120 → $35Cost per lead after a campaign rebuildReal client, San Diego
- 23.89%of ad clicks turned into leadson a real client account. Most get 2–5%
- Month-to-monthNo long-term contractCancel any time
Free, no obligation
Let's get more stucco contractors jobs on your calendar
Send me the basics and I'll record a free video review of your Google Ads, your Google Maps rankings and how you show up in ChatGPT.
I reply within one business day, usually the same day. Se habla español.
What homeowners type
How customers search for stucco contractors
These are the kinds of searches I build campaigns around, each with its own ads and its own list of searches to block.
- stucco contractor near me
- san diego stucco
- stucco repair near me
- re stucco house cost
- stucco color coat
- stucco crack repair
The jobs I'll go after for you
- Re-stuccoWhole-house jobs and your biggest tickets.
- Stucco repair and patchingCracks, damage and matching existing texture.
- Color coatsA refresh that's cheaper than paint long term.
- New constructionBuilders and ADU projects.
- Pre-sale and inspection repairsFast-turnaround work tied to home sales.
- Commercial stuccoLarger contracts with a separate campaign.
Why it's different
What works for stucco contractors
Reviews by text
Lemon Grove went from 3.2 to 4.8 stars and from 20 reviews to 75, all requested by text, and rankings followed.
Block supply shoppers
“Stucco mix,” “stucco patch kit” and “how to stucco” searches are blocked so you only pay for people hiring.
Show the finish
Image extensions with real finished homes make the ad look like a portfolio.
A real stucco campaign
What Lemon Grove Stucco's Google Ads look like
Four of the ad formats running in the campaign I built for Lemon Grove Stucco, pulled from the Google Ads preview. Together with their Maps listing, these are what put them on page one three times for “san diego stucco.”
Re-stucco is a big decision, so every format leads with proof: real job photos, real reviews and a local address homeowners can drive by.
Where your next job comes from
Shared leads vs. customers who chose you
Most homeowners have no idea what stucco work should cost, so they shop around. That's exactly why it matters how they find you.
Compared side by side
You're one of several
On Angi, a re-stucco request goes to several contractors at once, and on Thumbtack homeowners usually contact a few from a list. Most homeowners don't know what stucco work should cost, so with several quotes in hand, price is the easiest thing for them to compare.
Chosen and called
They picked you
This is how Lemon Grove Stucco gets its calls: a homeowner searches “San Diego stucco” and sees them three times on the same page. By the time they call, they've already decided Lemon Grove looks like the company to beat.
Recommended
The closest thing to a referral
People ask ChatGPT whether to re-stucco or paint, what it costs and who does it nearby. When the answer names your company, you're the trusted expert walking them through the decision, not one more quote.
Stucco jobs are big tickets with confused buyers. The contractor who earns their trust first usually gets the job.
Real client results
Lemon Grove Stucco Inc, San Diego
A stucco contractor that came to me invisible on Google: no Maps rankings, no paid ads, no steady lead flow. Here's what changed after we ran Google Ads and Maps optimization together.
- Cost per lead$120 → $35after the campaign rebuild
- Google Maps rank20+ → #1across most of San Diego County
- Star rating3.2 → 4.820 reviews grew to 75, requested by text
- Page one3 spotspaid + sponsored Maps + organic
Booked two months out
Lemon Grove Stucco is booking for mid-December.
The numbers above are how it started. This is where it led: in October 2026, the owner wrote to say they're massively busy and booking jobs two months out.
For a stucco contractor, that's the real result. Not clicks or leads, but a calendar full enough to be choosy about the work.
The Triple Stack
Your business, three times on page one. Same search, same moment.
When Google Ads and an optimized Google Business Profile run together, you can show up three times for the same search: a sponsored Search ad at the top, a sponsored pin in Google Maps, and your organic listing in the Map Pack.
That's what I built for Lemon Grove Stucco. Most of their competitors appear once on that page. Lemon Grove Stucco appears three times.
How Google Maps rankings work
How it works
Three steps to ads that make the phone ring
- 1
Your free video review
I record my screen and walk through where you stand: your Google Ads account if you have one, your Google Business Profile, a Local Falcon map of your rankings, and how you show up when someone asks ChatGPT. You watch it before we ever talk.
- 2
Strategy call
Phone or Google Meet. We review what's working, where budget is being lost, and what I recommend changing. You leave with a clear plan whether you hire me or not.
- 3
I build and manage
I build your campaigns from scratch or take over the ones you have. Month-to-month, no long-term contract, and you can reach me directly any time.
Who you're working with
You work directly with me. Not an account manager.
Francisco Meza · Founder, Planet Marketing · San Diego, CA
I've managed Google Ads and paid search for service businesses since 2006. Contractors, medical practices, law firms, private schools, home services: I've run campaigns for all of them.
When you hire Planet Marketing, your account is never passed to a junior account manager. I build your campaigns, I manage them every month, and I'm the one you call or text. If you're in San Diego or Southern California, I'm happy to meet in person.
Sometimes you just need someone you can trust.
- 20+ years
- Month-to-month
- No junior account managers
- Se habla español
Free · No obligation
Free Google Maps scan for stucco contractors
Tell me which business to check and which search matters most. I'll run a Local Falcon scan across your service area and show you exactly where you show up, and where you don't.
- A ranking map of your area, spot by spot
- The competitors beating you, side by side
- A game plan to climb into the top 3
Example grid. Each dot is a spot on the map; the number is your Google Maps position there.
What clients say
5.052 Google reviews
Real reviews from real business owners
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The O.August 2026
Francisco at Planet Marketing was fantastic to work with! He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and quick to respond. He took the time to thoroughly analyze my marketing needs and clearly explain his services and the entire process. He also provided pricing right away, which I really appreciated. I’m still at the beginning of my search for marketing services, but Francisco has already made an excellent impression. He clearly knows his business and genuinely cares about providing great customer service. I highly recommend Francisco and Planet Marketing for all your marketing needs!
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Karla T.May 2026
Excellent customer service! FRANCISCO was incredibly kind, patient, and genuinely took the time to help me with everything I needed. You can really tell when someone truly cares about helping customers and creating a great experience. I really appreciated all the help and support. Thank you so much!
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Louis C.April 2026
High recommended true marketing to all for web and consultation. Customer service excellent and professional. Mr. Francisco was very concerns in efficient and thorough manner. Thank You So much!
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Michelle E.January 2025
Francisco is a smart business guy with an eye for content marketing. He makes everything go so smoothly and is very attentive to all issues. He's always on the ball and truly cares about his clients.
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US Canada Auto TransportJanuary 2025
We have been using Planet Marketing for our on-line presence for over 10 years. They are up to date with all the latest technology and implement this technology and know how on our websites. I confidently recommend their services.
Questions
Questions stucco contractors ask me
What results did Lemon Grove Stucco get?
Cost per lead dropped from $120 to $35, their Google Maps rank went from 20+ to #1 across most of San Diego County, and their rating went from 3.2 to 4.8 stars.
Do I need both ads and Maps optimization?
No, but together they're much stronger. Ads bring calls right away while Maps rankings build, and once both are working you can show up three times on the same search.
How quickly will I start getting calls?
Most well-built home service campaigns produce calls in the first 1–2 weeks. The first month is about learning which searches turn into jobs. By month two, call volume and cost per lead usually improve noticeably.
Is there a contract?
No. Everything is month-to-month. Google Ads takes 60–90 days to fully optimize, so I ask that you give it that long before judging, but you're never locked in.
Other trades
More home service trades I work with
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