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AdamsI01's avatar
AdamsI01
Contributor 2
7 days ago

What are the best ways to get more clients for a lawn care business?

Can anyone help me or give little tips on getting more clients or marketing my business more?

5 Replies

  • jasoncoai's avatar
    jasoncoai
    Contributor 2

    The "Post on Facebook and hope" strategy is dying. If you want to get more clients today, you have to ensure your business is being found by AI Systems (ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity), not just people scrolling a feed.

    We are entering the era of GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) and AEO (Answer Engine Optimization). When someone asks their AI assistant, "Who is the most reliable lawn care service in my area?" Facebook posts won't help you.

    Here is the brutal truth:

    Social Media is Not Yours: You are leaning on rented land. If the algorithm changes, your reach hits zero.

    Sovereign Infrastructure: To be seen first by AI, you must own your own website. AI bots prioritize well-structured, high-performance sites to pull data for their recommendations.

    The HTML Advantage: At Chaotically Organized AI, we still build raw HTML websites. We don't use "cookie-cutter" builders that bloat your code. By keeping it lean and technical, we ensure your business is indexed and seen by AI engines first.

    If you’re tired of chasing likes and want to actually be found when it matters, message me. Let’s get your digital foundation right.

  • julie's avatar
    julie
    Jobber Community Team

    Hey! What marketing strategies have you tested so far? 

  • Derrick's avatar
    Derrick
    Contributor 2

    I run a fencing and deck building business. I started by making a Facebook page and posting on there. I try to post reels (10-15 second clips of the progress we are doing). I try to get 3-5 posts out of one job. Reels show up to people besides your followers. Invite all of your friends to your page, and ask your friends to do the same. Also post in local yard sale, buy and sell, and community groups. Also try to get your Google business profile up asap and get 3-5, 5-star reviews. I also focused on getting my website to rank well on Google. After a few months of consistency I’m getting an average of a few quotes every week. Make sure to ask for a 5 star review and ask for referrals on every job. Another thing that helped was boots on the ground door knocking around your current jobs. Put yard signs up around town, and at all of your clients houses. I use uzmarketing for marketing materials. Carry business cards with you everywhere and start a conversation where you can. Tell everyone about your business. You have to be the face of your business. These are all of the basics. Just gotta stay consistent. If you need help with your website shoot me an email “dirkraby@gmail.com”.