How much does digital marketing cost for tradies in Sydney?

GrowthForge offers three packages starting from AUD 698 per month. The Local Presence package covers Google Business Profile, website and social media setup. The Local Growth package at AUD 1,190/month adds local SEO and monthly content. The Lead Engine at AUD 1,790/month plus ad spend includes Google Ads management on top of everything in Local Growth.

What is a Google Business Profile and why do tradies need it?

A Google Business Profile is the listing that appears when someone searches for your trade on Google Maps or Google Search. It shows your phone number, location, reviews, photos and services. For tradies, it is often the first thing a potential customer sees — and a well-optimised profile can significantly increase calls and enquiries from local searches.

How long does it take to see results from local SEO?

Most trade businesses start seeing improvements in local visibility within 2 to 3 months of consistent optimisation. Google Business Profile improvements tend to show results faster — often within 4 to 6 weeks. Results depend on your current online presence, competition in your area, and the services you are targeting.

Do I need a website to get started with GrowthForge?

No. GrowthForge works with tradies at every stage. If you do not have a website, we can set one up as part of your package. If you already have one, we review and improve it as needed. The starting point depends on what you currently have in place.

What is the difference between the three GrowthForge packages?

Local Presence focuses on building a clean, professional online foundation — your Google profile, website and social channels. Local Growth adds active local SEO, monthly content and tracking to grow your visibility over time. Lead Engine adds Google Ads management for tradies who want to accelerate enquiries with paid search on top of organic growth.

Do you work with all types of tradies?

Yes. GrowthForge works with plumbers, electricians, builders, painters, landscapers, pest control operators, flooring specialists, gardeners and all other trade businesses across Sydney.

SERVICES FOR TRADIES

Practical Digital Growth Packages for Sydney Tradies

Clear, practical packages built to help Sydney tradies get found on Google, Maps and AI, look professional online, and turn local visibility into better enquiries..

No pressure. Just a quick look at where your online presence can work harder.

A PRACTICAL GROWTH SYSTEM

Built around the way local trade businesses actually grow.

Most tradies do not need disconnected marketing tasks. They need their Google profile, website, local SEO, reviews, social channels and tracking working together so customers and search tools clearly understand what they do, where they work and why they should be trusted.

THE GOAL

Clearer presence. Better enquiries. Stronger growth.

When your online presence is connected properly, customers can understand your services faster, trust your business sooner and take the next step with less friction.

CHOOSE YOUR GROWTH STAGE

Choose the right package for where your business is now.

Whether you need to clean up your online presence, grow local visibility or add paid lead generation, GrowthForge gives you a clear next step.

Foundation

Local Presence

AUD 698/month

Setup from AUD 900*

Keep your business looking professional, active and trustworthy online without the complexity of heavy marketing.

Best for: tradies who are just getting started online or need to clean up a messy online presence.

Initial setup can include

Google Business Profile setup or optimisation
Simple website setup, review or improvement
Facebook and Instagram Business setup or review
Basic Meta Business Suite setup
Business information, services and contact details organised
Key contact buttons and basic local SEO adjustments

Monthly includes

Basic website maintenance and small updates
2 monthly Google Business Profile posts
2 simple monthly Facebook/Instagram posts
Basic photo and information organisation
Simple monthly report with clear next steps
Monthly WhatsApp/email support

Best Value

Local Growth

AUD 1,190/month

Setup from AUD 1,200*

Build stronger local visibility across Google, Maps and AI-powered search, and turn that visibility into better enquiries.

Best for: tradies who want more than the basics, whether they are starting fresh or improving an online presence that is not bringing enough quality enquiries.

Initial setup can include

Everything from Local Presence setup
Initial Google Business Profile audit
Website, service structure and local SEO audit
Initial local SEO structure
Initial local keyword research
Review request process setup or refinement
Basic tracking setup for clicks, forms and calls

Monthly includes

Everything from Local Presence monthly scope
Monthly local SEO optimisation
1 website content piece per month
Improvement of up to 1 service page per month
Local keyword strategy
Tracking of calls, clicks, forms and website activity
Google review growth guidance and request process support
Monthly report with insights
Short monthly performance meeting

Lead Generation

Lead Engine

AUD 1,790/month

+ ad spend

Setup from AUD 1,800*

Add Google Ads on top of your organic visibility and turn high-intent searches into measurable enquiries.

Best for: tradies ready to use Google Ads to bring in more enquiries on top of a stronger online foundation.

Initial setup can include

Everything from Local Growth setup
Campaign-readiness audit
Google Ads keyword research
Setup of 1 core Google Ads campaign
Landing page or conversion page setup
Conversion tracking for calls, forms and key clicks
Lead journey review from click to contact
Reporting structure for leads and cost per contact

Monthly includes

Everything from Local Growth monthly scope
Basic management of 1 core Google Ads campaign
Fortnightly lead check-ins
Campaign and keyword adjustments
Search term and keyword optimisation
Basic ad adjustments
Monthly lead performance report
Recommendations to improve conversion

*Setup fee depends on your current situation. If you already have a website, Google profile and social accounts, setup is lighter. If you are starting from scratch, we build what is needed before monthly work begins.

HOW SETUP WORKS

Every business starts from a different place.

Your setup fee depends on what is already in place, what needs to be fixed and what needs to be built before monthly support starts.

Review

We review your current website, Google profile, services, service areas, social presence and contact setup.

Build the Foundation

We create, organise or improve the key parts of your online presence so your business looks professional and is easier to find.

Improve Monthly

Once the setup is in place, we keep improving content, local visibility, reviews and enquiries month by month.

READY TO GROW ONLINE?

Not sure which package fits? Let’s figure it out together.

Most tradies are not sure where to start, and that is fine. Book a Free Growth Review and we will take a practical look at your current setup, your goals and which package makes the most sense.

No pressure. Just practical advice on what fits your business now.