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Best Small Business PPC Services Providers

24 Companies-Rankings updated: September 08, 2026

Every PPC agency featured on DesignRush is evaluated for campaign expertise, industry experience, performance quality, and verified client feedback. Some featured placements may be paid.

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  • Disruptive Advertising

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    Top-Rated PPC & Digital Marketing Agency Focused on Driving Results

    Disruptive Advertising is a PPC firm that audits ad accounts to eliminate wasted spend before managing campaigns across Google, paid social, and Amazon. A Google Premier Partner and Inc. 5000 company, they offer a 90-day money-back guarantee on managed accounts...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Show more
    Location
    Pleasant Grove, Utah
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed

    Disruptive Advertising Services

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Strategy
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    • Adobe
    • Scotts MiracleGro
    • Litter-Robot
    • Guitar Center
    • Fandango
    • PennyMac
    • Diesel Power Gear
    • Death Wish Coffee
    • TruDog
    • Conoco Phillips
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Disruptive Advertising Reviews & Testimonials

    • Anonymous
      Anonymous Marketing Manager, Sound Approach at Sound Approach
      4.8

      eCommerce Review from Anonymous

      Right after launching our campaigns with Disruptive, we saw results almost instantly. Our monthly revenue jumped from about $50,000 to over $70,000. Every key Google Ads metric improved, and by November, we were already nearing $550,000 in revenue, well on track to hit our $700,000 annual goal.

    • Anonymous
      Anonymous GuideCX, Head of Marketing at Guide CX
      4.8

      PPC Review from Anonymous

      We’ve been working with Disruptive on a long-term PPC strategy, and they’re constantly optimizing campaigns and landing pages based on performance. They use Google Analytics to ensure accurate tracking, Unbounce for landing page testing, and run ads through Google and LinkedIn, with knowledgeable experts for each channel.

    • Jackie Arends
      Jackie Arends Marketing Manager at USA Clean
      4.8

      Digital Marketing Review from Jackie Arends

      Disruptive Advertising is in charge of our online advertising, which includes PPC, social media marketing on Facebook, email marketing, and, more recently, Amazon marketing. They create content for the campaigns and manage them, create email templates, and automate [...] email marketing campaigns. Regarding our PPC efforts, we focus on Google Ads and Facebook Ads, and we recently started our Bing advertising efforts as well. Our ROAS is currently at about 4X5X. (Verified via email)

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  • There is no such thing as digital strategy, only strategy in a digital world.

    PBJ is a team of PPC and SEO savants, digital creatives, and DATA JUNKIES who love helping in- house brand teams excel in competitive marketsWe address marketing challenges to build and protect brands, engage stakeholders, activate customers, and navigate complex situations...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Show more
    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed

    PBJ Marketing Services

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
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    • University of Maryland
    • National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
    • Foremost Medical Equipment
    • Chegg
    • National Education Association
    • MPOWER Finacing
    • Urban Libraries Council
    • Olam Agri
    • Yale Medicine
    • Medstar Washington Hospital Center
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    PBJ Marketing Reviews & Testimonials

    • Josh Sargent
      Josh Sargent Marketing Manager at Everstack Logistics
      5.0

      PPC Review from Josh Sargent

      PBJ Marketing has been amazing for our logistics company's online presence. Their PPC services are a perfect mix of strategy and expertise, and they really understand the logistics industry. From day one, they worked with us to create campaigns that hit the right audience and drove quality traffic to our site. The results were noticeable right away with more leads and conversions that made a real difference for our business.What we loved most was how they kept optimizing our campaigns to get the best possible ROI. Their team is super professional, easy to work with, and always available to answer questions or tweak things when needed. Their reports were clear and detailed, so we always knew how things were going.PBJ Marketing is more than just a service providerthey feel like a real partner who cares about helping you succeed. If you are looking for a team to take your PPC game to the next level, we cannot recommend them enough.

    • Robert Starkey
      Robert Starkey Sales and Marketing Lead at RWN Sourcing
      5.0

      PPC Review from Robert Starkey

      Working with PBJ Marketing was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Their team demonstrated a perfect mix of expertise, professionalism, and dedication, crafting tailored PPC and SEO strategies that delivered impressive results. From the outset, they took the time to deeply understand our business, goals, and target audience, ensuring every action aligned with our objectives. The results were evident in our improved search rankings, increased organic traffic, and well-optimized ad campaigns that drove quality leads and conversions.Their proactive communication and regular updates made the collaboration seamless, as they always provided clear insights and actionable recommendations. What truly set them apart was their commitment to achieving measurable outcomes while maintaining a smooth and collaborative working relationship. PBJ Marketing went above and beyond to not only meet but exceed our expectations. The partnership has had a significant and lasting impact on our business, and we couldnt be more satisfied.

    • Eugene Ravitsky
      Eugene Ravitsky CEO at FP
      1.0

      Google Ads Review from Eugene Ravitsky

      Ad spend increased dramatically and cost per conversion skyrocketed.  They claimed because revenue was increasing that they did their job.  We add new brands weekly so revenue was growing before and after them.  Cost per conversion/ROAS went into the dumps and we were unprofitable.  Yet they still use us as a success case study on their website.  Since then google reps took over and overhauled the structure of the campaign, saying it was clunky and wrong.

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  • Trajectory Web Design

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    Beautiful Websites. Measurable Results.

    Trajectory builds beautiful, fast, results-driven websites. A lean team of deeply experienced specialists handles every project, from strategy through launch and beyond. 20 years. 200+ projects. Never missed a deadline...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    23 Projects Listed

    Trajectory Web Design Services

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • CRO
    • Market Research
    • Digital Strategy
    • UI/UX Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • City of Atlanta
    • Ronald McDonald House Charities
    • BTWN Exhibits
    • Helicopter Express
    • Accord Ventilation
    • Agency672
    • Lannan Foundation
    • North Georgia Concrete
    • Biochromex
    • MLW Surfaces
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Trajectory Web Design Reviews & Testimonials

    • Don DeStefano
      Don DeStefano VP Business Development at CMP Advanced Mechanical Solutions
      5.0

      Web Development Review from Don DeStefano

      Working with Josh and the Trajectory team on the new CMP Advanced Mechanical Solutions website was an incredible experience! From the start, Josh took the time to truly understand our vision and brought it to life in a way that exceeded our expectations. His expertise, patience, and dedication made the entire process seamless. He provided outstanding support throughout the project and continues to do so even after its completion. His commitment to ensuring everything runs smoothly is truly appreciated. If you're looking for a talented and reliable web developer, Josh is the one to contact. Highly recommend!

    • Guðrún Liv Arden
      Guðrún Liv Arden Business Development Marketing Manager at Five Star Awnings
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Guðrún Liv Arden

      Josh and the team at Trajectory made this process so smooth and led me through each step with clarity and confidence. The project timeline was incredibly organized, and no deadline was ever missed.Trajectory ensures that our site will always be maintained, and we can call anytime for assistance. They also gave us great information on how to make any changes independently, if we so desire.Whether you know exactly what you want or would like a bit of guidance through the process, Trajectory is the way to go. Josh was always incredibly helpful, professional, and a pleasure to work with. I give 5 stars all around, a fantastic value for the product we received! Couldn't be happier!

    • Jack Yeh
      Jack Yeh Partner at BTWN EXHIBITS
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Jack Yeh

      We've been collaborating with Josh and his team at Trajectory Web Design since 2017 for our website development and rebranding needs. Josh has consistently demonstrated professionalism and is exceptionally quick to respond to our queries. Our partnership remains strong as we continue to engage with them for ongoing site maintenance and enhancements.

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  • Senior-led digital marketing in Vietnam for teams in the U.S.

    Omega Digital is a Vietnam-based digital marketing agency built for two kinds of clients: U.S. agencies that need a reliable delivery partner, and U.S. businesses with operations in Vietnam that want experienced marketing support on the ground...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    33 Projects Listed

    Omega Digital Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • AI Development
    • CRO
    • Content Marketing
    • Event Marketing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • BiaCraft Artisan Ales
    • CanAm Enterprises
    • Clorox Pool&Spa
    • Cognita Schools Vietnam
    • Collective Design Agency
    • Heart of Darkness Craft Brewery
    • St. George's University
    • True Value Hardware
    • Vespa Adventures
    • Valvoline Express Care
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Omega Digital Reviews & Testimonials

    • Anonymous Head of Marketing & Comms at ISSP
      4.8

      Digital Marketing Review from Anonymous

      ISSP’s marketing runs on three engines, and Omega is the strongest of the three. What I appreciate most is their support, proactive mindset, and solid grasp of our market. They take full ownership of their craft across digital channels. Even with the disruptions of COVID-19, the results exceeded our expectations. In fast-changing situations like this, their steady support and clear understanding of our business have been essential.

    • Zachary Strombeck
      Zachary Strombeck Review from Google
      5.0

      Zachary Strombeck's Review Sourced from Google

      Omega Digital built a site that doesn’t just look amazing, it converts.We partnered with Omega Digital to develop the official Pronoia Performance website, which included custom web design, SEO strategy, and conversion rate optimization. The collaboration ran for several months and covered every layer of the digital experience, from user interface to backend SEO integration.What impressed us most was their ability to balance beautiful UX with high-performance backend strategy. They didn’t just design for aesthetics, they optimized every page to rank, to load fast, and to turn visitors into leads.Working with their team felt like an extension of our own: responsive, proactive, and always focused on the “why” behind each design and content decision.If you’re building a brand that needs a strategic, conversion-focused online presence, I can’t recommend Omega Digital enough.

    • Nicolas Thanh
      Nicolas Thanh Review from Google
      5.0

      Nicolas Thanh's Review Sourced from Google

      Omega Digital turned my content bottleneck into a growth engine overnight. I hired Wes in early June 2025 to build a custom GPT that could crank out LinkedIn and YouTube content without sacrificing my trilingual, systems-first voice. We’ve worked together for 1 month and counting. As someone who’s known Wes for years, his mix of deep AI know-how and down-to-earth marketing chops is rare: he translated my brand guidelines into prompts, fine-tuned the model, and wired up automated image generation that actually matches my brand’s color palette.Wes shows up to every call with a grin, a fresh idea, and a “let’s test it now” attitude that keeps momentum high even when my schedule is chaotic. If you want AI that drives strategy and not just shiny demos, Omega Digital is the partner you can count on.

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  • Award-Winning Web Design, eCommerce Development & Digital Marketing Strategies

    Vital Design is a leading digital marketing agency of skilled, passionate professionals. We specialize in website development, eCommerce, SEO, paid advertising, inbound and content marketing, plus video and webinar production to deliver impactful solutions for our clients...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • PPC
    • eCommerce
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Portsmouth, New Hampshire
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed

    Vital Design Services

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • PPC
    • eCommerce
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • CRO
    • Big Data Analytics
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • University of San Diego
    • Advanced eClinical
    • BYU
    • Culinary Institute of America
    • Nalgene
    • American College of Health Sciences
    • ACI Worldwide
    • BlueSnap
    • Ariel Group
    • Parterre Flooring
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Vital Design Reviews & Testimonials

    • Mike Moore
      Mike Moore Review from Google
      5.0

      Mike Moore's Review Sourced from Google

      We are a small company and working with Vital gives us a competitive advantage in our industry. The team is engaging and they take the time to understand our business. It's like having your own marketing department for the fraction of the cost.

    • Ian Griffith
      Ian Griffith Review from Google
      5.0

      Ian Griffith's Review Sourced from Google

      Our D2C small business has used Vital to manage our digital marketing since 2020, and we've stayed with them because they continue to be able to test, iterate, build, and improve upon our account. I've worked with many agencies over the years but none that have given my company the amount of attention and driven the results that Vital has. Highly recommend.

    • Meg Cadoux
      Meg Cadoux Review from Google
      5.0

      Meg Cadoux's Review Sourced from Google

      Our non-profit has been working with Vital Design for a decade. They have been a true partner, helping us grow from a small online presence to an award-winning, globally accessed website. Vital has been, well, vital in improving our branding, aesthetics, navigation, and UX. We have greatly appreciated their quick response time, thoroughness, and dedication to producing work of the highest quality. Last but certainly not least, they are a pleasure to work with. I would give them ten stars if I could!

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  • Target | Excite | Connect

    TEC Direct Media is a media agency in Chicago. We plan and buy media for artists, brands and agencies so they can generate awareness, acquire new customers and drive sales...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed

    TEC Direct Media Services

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
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    • Concord Music Group
    • Universal Music Group
    • Sony Music Entertainment
    • PR and Event Marketing Agencies
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    TEC Direct Media Reviews & Testimonials

    • Kirbie Croshal
      Kirbie Croshal Review from Google
      5.0

      Kirbie Croshal's Review Sourced from Google

      TEC is instrumental to many of the projects at Croshal Entertainment Group and the achievements of our clients! We love working with them, they are professional and personable. We are so grateful to have a continuing relationship with Chuck and his staff members. We HIGHLY recommend their expertise to anyone who is looking for an advertising company that is also hands on through the entire process.

    • Christa Chavez
      Christa Chavez Review from Google
      5.0

      Christa Chavez's Review Sourced from Google

      Chuck and the rest of the TEC team are a delight to work with! They are responsive, strategic and very communicative. The team is solution oriented and is easily able to adapt to changing situations. Highly recommend!

    • Deb DeFreeuw
      Deb DeFreeuw Review from Google
      5.0

      Deb DeFreeuw's Review Sourced from Google

      TEC Direct Media has helped us on several projects, and has been instrumental in helping our agency "learn the ropes" about programmatic and all things digital. We're always learning new things about digital for our clients, and TEC Direct has always been there when we have a question. They have helped us on two projects in 2016, and each of those were successful and those clients will continue with us in 2017. We consider TEC Direct a strategic partner. D. DeFreeuw, President, Force 5

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  • Bold Marketing Solutions To Ignite Your Brand.

    thunder::tech is the leading, full-service marketing agency for midsize brands, known for delivering remarkable growth by blending creativity and technology...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    thunder::tech Services

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • Video Production
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    • Big Fig Mattress
    • John Carroll University
    • Kichler Lighting
    • Oatey
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    thunder::tech Reviews & Testimonials

    • Aaron Newby
      Aaron Newby Review from Google
      5.0

      Aaron Newby's Review Sourced from Google

      t::t has been a solid partner for us as we work to transform our digital presence. They have provided valuable strategic insights and their communication has been consistently prompt. I'd like to particularly call out James, Joe, and Xavier for their excellent work during our engagements. Thanks t::t team for being an excellent partner!

    • James Fashing
      James Fashing Review from Google
      5.0

      James Fashing's Review Sourced from Google

      We've worked with Thunder::tech to replace our cooperative's website. They have delivered as promised and more than expected in a professional and timely manner. Their team members are creative, technical and professional experts. We're looking forward to working on a second phase of the project with them starting soon. T::T is big enough a agency that they have multiple experts on the team with overlapping knowledge to get the job done, but not such a huge company where one might get lost as a client. As a web and digital media pro with 20+ years of experience, I recommend Thunder::tech. - JF

    • Swetha Siripurapu
      Swetha Siripurapu Review from Google
      1.0

      Swetha Siripurapu's Review Sourced from Google

      The most horrible people! They are very reckless, don’t show up to appointments. Not once, not twice but thrice. You call to ask they dodge your calls.Don’t expect call backs. I went to Derek and texted him several times about this and asked to call. Nothing! Figured a month would be long enough. Don’t waste your time on these people

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  • Nationwide Full-Service Digital Media Agency

    Orange 142 is a nationwide digital media agency that provides marketing services, digital media buying, and web development to brands and agencies...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

    Orange 142 Services

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
    • Branding
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    • University of Georgia
    • Pigeon Forge Tennessee
    • Explore Minnesota
    • USC
    • Visit Bucks County
    • Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce
    • Las Palomas Resort
    • Visit South Jersey
    • Cape Resorts
    • Travel Santa Ana
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • Exclusive SEO That Helps Brands Grow

    At DIGITECH, we believe that inside every impossible is a possible trying to get out. We are a team of creative thinkers and problem solvers dedicated to expanding the limits of what is possible across Google search...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed

    DIGITECH Services

    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    • Universal Music Group
    • Himalaya Supplements
    • Brookfield Residential
    • The University of Texas
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    DIGITECH Reviews & Testimonials

    • Rowan Seth
      Rowan Seth Review from Google
      5.0

      Rowan Seth's Review Sourced from Google

      Our Google Maps visibility is so much better now. People in our area who had never heard of us suddenly started showing up at the office, and were now literally having trouble keeping products in stock. Highly recommend Digitech SEO, they are elite.

    • Russell Gana
      Russell Gana Review from Google
      5.0

      Russell Gana's Review Sourced from Google

      We’ve been extremely happy with the services provided. Digitech’s expertise and knowledge in supporting our practice have been top-notch. They’re always there when we need them, and their solutions are tailored specifically to our business. We highly recommend Digitech!

    • James Mikhail
      James Mikhail Review from Google
      5.0

      James Mikhail's Review Sourced from Google

      Darryl and his team have been nothing short of incredible. Their design team, SEO team, and customer service team have been the best I’ve ever dealt with. They take the time to do things that other companies just can’t figure out. The website designs they’ve done for us have been beautiful and our logos and designs fit our culture and theme and they took the time to change everything we wanted and needed and then they focused on getting our page ranked faster than anyone else and most importantly they were honest about the process. AJ is an amazing team member who manages our account and he’s incredibly responsive and handles all requests when we need them and Darryl ensures that our SEO is working from all angles. We have been working with them for about a year so far and we will continue working with them for the foreseeable future. 3 websites and 2 SEO campaigns and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you to Darryl, AJ, and the entire team!!

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  • Marketing that Pays

    Made Right Media focuses on doing things that actually move the needle. Services include research and strategy, branding and creative, website design and development, SEO, and Google Ads. Made Right Media has a long list of clients from a broad range of industries, and have deep expertise in anything...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Boise, Idaho
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed

    Made Right Media Services

    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Central District Health
    • CR Languages
    • Lakewood Montessori
    • Petra Construction
    • O2 Real Estate Group
    • CusterTel
    • Boise City Ada County Housing Authorities
    • TSS Home Comfort
    • The Big Outside
    • Hyde Park Fine Wines
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Made Right Media Reviews & Testimonials

    • Challis Chamber
      Challis Chamber Review from Google
      5.0

      Challis Chamber's Review Sourced from Google

      We loved working with Made Right Media on our website revamp! The new site turned out beautiful, and we couldn’t be happier with how everything came together. Their team is easy to work with, quick to respond, and clearly very talented at what they do. The whole process felt smooth and collaborative from beginning to end. We highly recommend them!

    • Idaho Out-of-School Network
      Idaho Out-of-School Network Review from Google
      5.0

      Idaho Out-of-School Network's Review Sourced from Google

      Working with Roger, Kenzie and the other folks at Made Right Media has been wonderful. They communicate very efficiently and made the process of redesigning doable and fun. Their expertise and guidance throughout the process helped us make sure everything on our new site is very intentional. They helped us created a great user experience for people and a site we are now really proud of.

    • Rachel Ryan
      Rachel Ryan Review from Google
      5.0

      Rachel Ryan's Review Sourced from Google

      Roger and Kenzie did a wonderful job with my website! They made it so easy for me and finished quickly. I am so happy I found them and highly recommend them for any other professional business looking to stand out with their online presence.

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  • We Manage the Marketing You Dread.

    Semtrak invites you to leverage our business development expertise cultivated over 15 years of collaboration with prominent U.S. brands. Our specialization lies in harnessing the potential of Google Ads and implementing effective SEO strategies to propel the growth of your business and elevate the online...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • eCommerce Development
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Laguna Niguel, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed

    Semtrak Services

    • SEO
    • eCommerce Development
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Services
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    • Youtheory
    • Heart & Soul Marketing
    • Concordia Irvine
    • KnowledgeCoop
    • Armor All
    • Ford
    • STP
    • Energizer
    • OH Partners
    • Graduate Programs for Educators
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • Advertising and PR solutions you can bank on

    SCG has been providing comprehensive advertising and public relations solutions since 1958. Over the years, we have collaborated with an extensive array of businesses, representing diverse industries and sizes...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Logo Design
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed

    SCG Services

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Logo Design
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • eCommerce
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Market Research
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Walmart
    • Dave & Buster's
    • Farleigh Dickinson University
    • Wawa
    • FedEx Freight
    • Berkshire Hathaway
    • Hard Rock Cafe
    • Meridian Air Charter
    • GPS
    • Brown University
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    SCG Reviews & Testimonials

    • Liam Shamhart
      Liam Shamhart Review from Google
      5.0

      Liam Shamhart's Review Sourced from Google

      Professional and always quick to respond to communications. Creative, quick thinking, and always considering the human element.

    • Leon Temiz
      Leon Temiz Review from Google
      1.0

      Leon Temiz's Review Sourced from Google

      Success Communications Group - Advertising is a SCAM! We used this company for our Google Advertising and after months long of disappointing results we questioned them as to why we weren't getting the expected results. Once we asked them for ad-spend breakdowns from Google, they would only send us THEIR reports. NOTHING FROM GOOGLE! We requested reports specifically from Google to review. This company is beyond shady and should never be trusted!

    • Talal Albagdadi
      Talal Albagdadi Review from Google
      5.0

      Talal Albagdadi's Review Sourced from Google

      Their staff and professionalism is unparalleled. I truly appreciate the human element they bring to every situation. This is what sets them apart from other agencies in Morris County. You feel like you are working with people vs. an agency of non-entities. They truly care and are willing to change their approach when needed. SCG is also very good at their namesake... communications.

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  • Transforming Doodles Into Digital Masterpieces

    At DoodleWeb, a creative web design & development agency, we transform your vision into vibrant digital experiences with a tailored approach, exceptional design, and innovative web solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Bellingham, Washington
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed

    Doodle Web Services

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    • YA Centre
    • Abacooz
    • USERA
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  • Simplify Complexity with Elegance with Ruby Shore Software.

    Experience the elegance of simplified technology with Ruby Shore Software. We offer custom software development, captivating website design and expert digital media management. Simplify complexity with sophisticated software solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Creative Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Shreveport, Louisiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

    Ruby Shore Software Services

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Creative Services
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • CRO
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Small Business Industry
    • Design Industry
    • Marketing Industry
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Ruby Shore Software Reviews & Testimonials

    • Brandon Johnson
      Brandon Johnson Review from Google
      5.0

      Brandon Johnson's Review Sourced from Google

      I've worked with many different programs and services to create and maintain web sites since my first HTML site in the late 90s. An everchanging thing, it was difficult to keep up with all the new technologies. Web sites became my least favorite aspect of marketing because everything became so tedious.Linking up with Ruby Shore was the best decision I could have made. When I explained to them my disdain for Wordpress, they happily introduced me to their new system, Waves. Whoa. Surf's up, internetters! Waves is where it's at.I finally was able to create a site exactly the way I imagined it. I didn't run into any of the problems that frustrated me in years past using other services, and it didn't take me long before I was humming along to realize my vision. I want a thing. I get the thing. It just works. I have yet to find any limitations holding me back.Everybody Glows lives online as dreamt because of the team at Ruby Shore. Thank y'all for your awesomeness!Brando

    • Jay Gillikin
      Jay Gillikin Review from Google
      5.0

      Jay Gillikin's Review Sourced from Google

      The business world today has become much more demanding for those of us that want to contribute. For those of us willing to put forth the extra effort, TIME has become our major enemy. Ruby Shore has not only developed applications that save us a tremendous amount of time, they have the ability to understand our process with little explanation. This saves even more TIME!!! Not to mention the flawless operation of these applications and the ability to add more features as we begin to understand all of what Ruby Shore can do for our specialized construction business. We will continue to search for ways to improve our business through specialized applications and we will continue to use Ruby Shore for those application designs, development, and management.

    • John Lomax
      John Lomax Review from Google
      5.0

      John Lomax's Review Sourced from Google

      The best source for web and application development in the region. Highly knowledgeable and flexible. Don't hesitate to call them for any development needs.

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  • Strategy-Led Marketing & Design

    Three Seven is a marketing agency built for companies selling complex, technical products to expert buyers. We diagnose the real problem first, then run strategy, brand, web, and demand generation as one team, so nothing gets lost between specialists...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Ann Arbor, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    Three Seven Marketing Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • CRO
    • Email Marketing
    • UI/UX Design
    • CRM Consulting
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • My DIPG Navigator
    • Engineering Technology Associates, Inc.
    • Polymershapes
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Three Seven Marketing Reviews & Testimonials

    • Fedor A.
      Fedor A. Review from Google
      5.0

      Fedor A.'s Review Sourced from Google

      We have worked with Ross and the team on numerous projects and each time they exceeded our expectations. They helped us create converting landing pages on our website that aligned with our target demographic and ran a branding workshop that helped us define our positioning and messaging. True experts in every sense of the word. Highly recommend them.

    • Derek Mehraban
      Derek Mehraban Review from Google
      5.0

      Derek Mehraban's Review Sourced from Google

      I have hired 3.7 Designs for numerous projects ranging from corporate websites to search engine optimization, to Hubspot implementation. 3.7 Designs always delivers quality work. They are consummate professionals and some of the most talented developers, designers and digital marketers in the business. The culture that Ross and Lyndsay have built over the last 15 years is commendable. I would 100% recommend 3.7 Designs for your next website design or any digital marketing project. They are the best!

    • Kyle Maurer
      Kyle Maurer Review from Google
      5.0

      Kyle Maurer's Review Sourced from Google

      Hands down the BEST design agency I have ever worked with. The team at 3.7 is impeccable. They can do anything and always produce work of the highest quality. I've worked with them to brand and promote a number of business conferences and was consistently blown away by the quality of their work.On top of being the best designers around, they're incredibly experienced and all around wonderful people. Could not recommend them more highly!

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  • More Leads. Cut Costs. We Fix PPC Waste And Get You ROI.

    SearcherMagnet, based in Sacramento, CA, excels in digital lead generation and PPC advertising, offering guaranteed solutions to meet sales goals. The team has a vision to lead in digital lead generation and serves North America and the Asia Pacific region...

    Top Services:

    • CRO
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Folsom, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    SearcherMagnet Services

    • CRO
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Digital Strategy
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Bag King
    • AAAHC
    • University of Michigan
    • Laser Esthetica
    • Aspire Financial, Inc.
    • Tri-Land Properties
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    SearcherMagnet Reviews & Testimonials

    • Chris Dreyer
      Chris Dreyer Review from Google
      5.0

      Chris Dreyer's Review Sourced from Google

      The SWOT analysis performed by SearcherMagnet was extremely insightful. The saying "you don't know what you don't know" certainly applied to us here. They brought to light a lot of issues we'll be working on to improve our sales and marketing. I highly recommend their services.

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  • A 360° Creative & Marketing Agency.

    Crux is a dynamic, woman-owned Creative and Marketing Agency, dedicated to sculpting brand identities and crafting engaging strategies. Specializing in interactive experiences, digital communications, and immersive environments, Crux ensures clients forge lasting connections with their target audiences...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    Crux Creative Services

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Creative Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Oracle
    • CCI
    • University of Bowling Green
    • HKS
    • Perkins+Will
    • WBTC
    • Discovery World
    • Wisconsin State Fair
    • U.S. Navy
    • Yunker
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Crux Creative Reviews & Testimonials

    • Paula Kappes
      Paula Kappes Review from Google
      5.0

      Paula Kappes's Review Sourced from Google

      Crux Creative and Michele have been a key partner and vendor for my business for 10+ years. Michele cares for all our publicity and advertising needs, including printed pieces. Recently, she completed a new website on budget and on time. We are thrilled with the finish design and functionality. She has an expert eye for design and has been very effective in helping us to manage to a tight marketing budget. I highly recommend Crux Creative.

    • Cal Cook
      Cal Cook Review from Google
      5.0

      Cal Cook's Review Sourced from Google

      Crux has built our last three websites. We also use them for our agency's design, marketing and social media needs. They are resourceful and timely. I highly recommend Michele and the team at Crux Creative.

    • Murphy Wallbeds Chicago
      Murphy Wallbeds Chicago Review from Google
      5.0

      Murphy Wallbeds Chicago's Review Sourced from Google

      We at Murphy Wallbeds Chicago could not be happier with the job that Crux Creative has done with our website. Their attention to detail in both design and maintenance is second to none. Michele Allen has gone above and beyond for us, creating a intuitive and attractive site and responding to any issue we have immediately. If you are looking to create a website, Crux Creative is the firm to use.

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  • Delivering Accessible, Inclusive and Sustainable Web Services

    Since 2008, weve been helping brands enhance their digital offering. We provide bespoke web design, brand development, marketing support, and consultancy to help you achieve your digital goals. As a small digital agency based in Yorkshire, we pride ourselves in the way we approach digital solutions...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Huddersfield, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    Splitpixel Services

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • CRO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Harrogate Theatres
    • The Open College of the Arts
    • The Space
    • Ticketsolve
    • Avolution Software
    • National Centre for Writing
    • Julies Bicycle Creative Climate
    • Quality Compliance Systems Ltd
    • InsTech
    • UK Education Centre
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • Your Digital Growth Partner

    Reinforce Lab a full-service digital marketing agency that assists entrepreneurs, startups, and organizations to achieve market authority and digital potential by building Brands...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Texas, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    Reinforce Lab Ltd Services

    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Bikroy
    • Mrco International
    • Access TUTOR
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • Your Business Growth Partners.

    Incend Media helps organizations improve search visibility, AI discoverability, customer acquisition, and long-term growth through connected digital systems...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Springfield, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    Incend Media LLC Services

    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    • WordPress Website Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • ESPN Events Cure Bowl
    • Orlando Sports Foundation
    • Splitsville
    • AutoNation
    • IT Concepts Inc.
    • 1ClickAutos
    • Christman | Daniell Attorneys
    • EZ Dock
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Incend Media LLC Reviews & Testimonials

    • Sophia Livolsi
      Sophia Livolsi Review from Google
      5.0

      Sophia Livolsi's Review Sourced from Google

      I do marketing for a company that has not one, not two, but three websites created & updated by Incend Media. We add to and change websites probably more often than most, but the team at Incend is quick to update our websites: usually within just one business day! They are also great about asking for clarification on our vision, and giving us some of their own insight, tips, and tricks to make our websites the best that they can be, while still reflecting our business personality. In addition, they are extremely helpful in our SEO marketing efforts, and have improved this aspect of our business quite a lot. I absolutely recommend!

    • Christman Kelley
      Christman Kelley Review from Google
      5.0

      Christman Kelley's Review Sourced from Google

      Incend Media came highly recommended from our clients in the Dallas Texas area. We engaged them on our most recent website redesign and online marketing efforts. We have been extremely pleased with the quality of work. They make the process feel seamless and stress-free from start to finish. We recommend Incend Media for any design or marketing needs.

    • Team Media
      Team Media Review from Google
      5.0

      Team Media's Review Sourced from Google

      We have used Incend Media for a recent project for a client. They were easy to work with, very orderly in the process, and were on time and budget with respect to the over completion. Will use them again.

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  • Level Up Your Online Business.

    Get Leads is an agency based out of Cairns in Far North Queensland Australia and has a focus on web design and development with WordPress and making sure websites are used as marketing tools to grow business...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Wagga Wagga, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    Get Leads AU Services

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Creative Services
    • Content Marketing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Charles Sturt University
    • Smoke Alarms Australia
    • Australian National University
    • Snowy Valleys Council
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  • Your Strategic Partner

    Diseo Agency is a dynamic digital communication firm headquartered in Florence, Italy, focused on driving business growth through innovative online tactics. They develop customized strategies to bridge brands and audiences, delivering quantifiable success with creative flair and state-of-the-art tools...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Florence, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    Diseo Agency Srl Services

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Email Marketing
    • PPC
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Red Bull
    • Istituto Fanfani
    • Mio Dottore
    • Campari
    • Knauff
    • Makita
    • Europass
    • Croce Rossa
    • Virus Power
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • Your Vision Our Code

    American Koders is a USA-based software development company delivering innovative and customized digital solutions for startups and established businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Kalispell, Montana
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    American Koders Services

    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • CRM Consulting
    • Software Testing
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Health Care Industry
    • Fintech Industry
    • Education Industry
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • From Vision to Code We Deliver Success.

    We are everything you need to take your business idea to the next level. Collaborate with our app developers to weave your vision with top-notch skills and creativity...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Ahmedabad, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed

    Coder Scotch Technologies Services

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Software Development
    • CRM Consulting
    • Mobile App Development
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • TelescopeHR
    • 123 Consulting Solutions
    • Clickjob
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    Coder Scotch Technologies Reviews & Testimonials

    • segun ogungbemi
      segun ogungbemi Review from Google
      5.0

      segun ogungbemi's Review Sourced from Google

      This is an amazing team. I have tried many other developing teams and they do not measure up to Coder Scotch Technologies. Their professionalism and the level of care they have is unmatched. I have used them to create and build 4 products and two companies. Will continue to only use them to build the apps and maintain the websites. If I could give them a higher rating I would.

    • Pushpa Saini
      Pushpa Saini Review from Google
      5.0

      Pushpa Saini's Review Sourced from Google

      I have been working with Coder Scotch since 2 years.- Flexible working hours- I got opportunities to learn new technology.- Team-mates are very supportive and friendly environment.Best place to work with.

    • Peter Ndiritu
      Peter Ndiritu Review from Google
      5.0

      Peter Ndiritu's Review Sourced from Google

      Very professional with their service delivery. Enjoyed doing a technical java (vue.js)project review & upgrade and I was completely satisfied. Can recommend the company and team led by N.G. Thanks again I was completely satisfied and would consider working with Coder Scotch Technologies again.

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8 Frequently Asked Questions About Small Business PPC Agencies

Should I go with a flat monthly fee or a percentage-of-ad-spend model?

For most small businesses that spend under $10,000/month on ads, a flat monthly fee is the cleaner and more protective choice because percentage-of-spend minimums often cost more at small budgets, and the model pays the agency for spending your money rather than managing it.

The structural problem with percentage-of-spend is that the small business PPC agency earns more every time you increase your budget, regardless of whether that increase is justified by performance.

Ask any percentage-of-spend agency directly: what is their policy when they believe additional budget is not justified by current performance? The answer will tell you whose interests they are actually managing.

How much do small business PPC agencies charge for their services, and what's on top of the quoted fee?

According to numerous reports, agencies usually charge between $1,000 and $5,000 a month for standard management services, depending on your ad spend level and what's included. If you need them to run a complex enterprise account, the price can go up and range between $10,000 and $25,000 a month.

The management fee for small business PPC services is only part of what you'll pay. They typically run 10-20% of monthly ad spend, but this is separate from the actual ad spend, which you pay directly.

On top of that, expect to see:

  • Setup fees of $500-$5,000 for initial account audits and restructuring
  • Tool costs passed through for third-party analytics platforms
  • Overage charges if your ad spend crosses certain thresholds,
  • Exit fees if you leave before the contract term ends.

The budget math to run before you sign is the following: management fee + setup fee + any tool costs + your actual ad spend = true monthly investment.

At a $2,000/monthad budget, a 15% management fee leaves only $300 for actual strategy work. Minimum viable ad spend for meaningful optimization is generally $2,000-$5,000/month, and the management fee comes out of your total budget on top of that.

What are the clearest red flags to watch for before I sign a contract?

Any small business PPC company that guarantees specific results before auditing your account is either making a sales pitch or doesn't understand how paid search works. No credible agency promises a specific cost per acquisition before they have audited your conversion tracking, analyzed your competitive landscape, and assessed your landing pages. 

Other pre-signing red flags:

  • They focus reporting on vanity metrics rather than business outcomes
  • They can't explain their strategy in terms you understand
  • They push long-term contracts before proving value.

If any of these appear during the sales process, they will be significantly worse once you're locked in.

Who owns the Google Ads account, me or the agency?

You should own the Google Ads account, and if an agency won't confirm that in writing before you sign, walk away. Agencies offering small business PPC services sometimes build campaigns inside their own Manager Account (MCC), making them, instead of you, the legal account owner. When you leave, you risk losing all historical data, conversion tracking, audience lists, and Smart Bidding signals.

Before signing, demand an explicit account ownership clause that names your Google Ads Account ID and specifies that the agency's access will be revoked at your request.

When should I expect real results, and what's a legitimate excuse vs. a stall?

Expect to see your first meaningful, stable results between weeks 6 and 12, as many agencies suggest. Allow for a learning period of 30-60-days before drawing conclusions, but expect transparency and a clear optimization plan from week one. The first 60 days include the account learning phase, and performance below eventual steady state is expected. Unexplained underperformance is a red flag, but explained underperformance during a calibration period is not.

Check the Change History in your Google Ads account: if there is no evidence of thoughtful adjustments in the first 30 days, including no keyword refinements, no ad copy tests, and no bid strategy changes, the campaign is on autopilot. Small business PPC consultants who are genuinely optimizing will have a paper trail.

Is it a problem if the agency manages hundreds of clients, or if they seem very small?

Client-to-account-manager ratio matters more than total agency size. Agencies offering small business PPC services that take on too many clients at once cut corners, use outdated methods, or fail to give individual accounts the attention and tailored strategy they need. Therefore, you may lose more on poor results than you save on fees. Ask directly: how many active accounts does each account manager handle? 

A strategist managing 40+ accounts cannot be doing meaningful weekly optimization for any of them. On the other end, a two-person shop with no bench means your account goes dark when someone is sick or leaves. The right size agency for a small business has a dedicated point of contact with a manageable client load, a defined escalation path, and a process for running your account.

How long a contract should I accept?

A 3-month initial commitment is reasonable. A 12-month lock-in with no performance milestones written in is not. Three-month minimums are reasonable because campaigns need time to exit the learning phase before performance can be meaningfully evaluated. However, 12-month terms are a higher commitment and should come with clearly defined performance milestones and exit provisions if those milestones are not met.

If small business PPC consultants refuse to stand behind their work with a flexible exit option, they lack confidence in their ability to deliver results. You are funding their financial security, not your own growth.

The contract term to demand: a 90-day initial period with measurable KPI targets (cost per acquisition, lead volume), after which the engagement rolls month-to-month. Also, check the auto-renewal clause because many contracts auto-renew unless notice is given 30 to 60 days before the term ends. A missed notice window commits you to another full term.

How do I evaluate a proposal if I can't verify the case studies that an agency shows me?

Ask for references from current clients in a similar business category, not testimonials on their website. Case studies are marketing materials. They show the best possible outcome from the best possible client under the best possible conditions, and they are rarely auditable. The difference between agencies that claim to be data-driven and those that actually are shows up in specifics: ask them to walk through a real optimization decision they made in the last 30 days, what data prompted it, what they changed, and what happened.

If small business PPC services providers can't give you a concrete example with numbers, their case studies are doing the selling, not their process. Also, ask what happens when a campaign underperforms: agencies that have a clear answer ("we do X, then Y, then escalate to Z") are operating from a repeatable system. Agencies that answer with reassurance and vague references to optimization are operating on hope.

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