What problems does this prospect have?

Select all that apply, then click the button that best describes the primary situation.

Now choose the primary path:

Path: No Website

šŸ—ļø No Website — Starter Website Sale

Recommended: Starter Website ($800) or Starter Site + GBP bundle ($850-$975)

This is your cleanest pitch. They have no website, which means they're invisible to anyone who doesn't already know them. Every competitor with a site is taking their calls.

Do they have a Google Business Profile?

Path: No Website → No GBP

šŸ—ļø + šŸ“ No Website + No GBP — Bundle Opportunity

Recommended: Starter Site + Google Listing Bundle — $850 (saves $100)

Lead with the pain: "You're invisible online right now. No website, no Google Maps listing. Every customer looking for a [trade] in [City] is calling someone else."

Use these scripts:

Email — No Website + No GBP

Subject: [Business Name] — you're invisible online right now

Hi [First Name],

I was searching for "[trade] services in [City]" on Google today. [Business Name] didn't come up — no website, no Google Maps listing.

Right now, homeowners searching for a [trade] in your area are calling your competitors because they found them online first. It's not about who's better at the job — it's about who shows up.

I help trades businesses get online with a professional website and Google listing. I can get you fully set up — website live, showing up on Google Maps — for $850. Usually done within 10 business days.

Want me to put together a quick preview of what yours could look like?

Kegan Ball | Post & Beam Studios | postandbeamstudios.com | [phone]

Next steps if they respond:

  1. Send them the Starter Site + GBP bundle proposal via 17hats or HoneyBook
  2. If they want to see the site first, offer to build a one-page mockup (1 hour of your time)
  3. Collect 50% deposit → begin fulfillment
Path: No Website → Has GBP

šŸ—ļø No Website — But Has a GBP

Recommended: Starter Website ($800) — GBP already there

They're partway there. Acknowledge the GBP, point out that their listing links to nothing (no website). People click the website link expecting a site — they find nothing and call someone else.

Email — No Website, Has GBP

Subject: Quick note about [Business Name]'s Google listing

Hi [First Name],

I found [Business Name] on Google Maps — good that you have a listing. I noticed there's no website linked though.

When someone finds you on Google Maps and taps "Website," they get a dead end. A lot of those people move on to a competitor who has a real site to show.

I build professional websites for trades businesses starting at $800 — mobile-friendly, shows up on Google, contact form, done in 7-10 days. Happy to put together a quick concept showing what yours could look like. No cost, no obligation.

Worth a look?

Kegan | Post & Beam Studios | [phone]

Path: Bad Website

How bad is the site?

Path: Bad Website → Cleanup

šŸ› ļø Website Cleanup

Recommended: Website Cleanup $250-$500 + optional GBP add-on

Lead with specific problems you found. The more specific you are, the more credible you sound. "Your site loads in 8 seconds on mobile" is more compelling than "your site is slow."

Email — Cleanup Pitch

Subject: Found a few things on [Business Name]'s website

Hi [First Name],

I was looking up [trade] businesses in [City] and came across [Business Name]. Ran your site through Google's mobile checker — found a few things worth fixing:

  • Mobile speed score: [X]/100 — Google recommends 90+. Slow sites rank lower and lose visitors.
  • [Specific issue 2 — e.g., "Contact form returns an error" or "Site not mobile-friendly"]
  • [Specific issue 3 — e.g., "No SSL certificate — browser shows 'Not Secure' to visitors"]

I can fix all of this for $[250-500] depending on scope. Usually takes 3-5 business days. Happy to send a full audit showing exactly what I'd do if you're interested.

Kegan Ball | Post & Beam Studios | [phone]

Path: Bad Website → Full Rebuild

šŸ—ļø Full Website Redesign

Recommended: Starter Website ($800) or Professional Website ($1,500-$2,500)

Be honest with them — it builds trust. "I could do a cleanup for $300 and it would help, but the foundation is so dated that it would keep having problems. A fresh build makes more sense."

Present both options side by side:

OptionPriceWhat they get
Website Cleanup$250-$500Fix the worst issues on the existing site — buys them time but doesn't solve the underlying problems
Starter Website (NEW)$800Brand new mobile-first site, fast, SEO-ready, written content, done in 10 days

Most prospects who need a rebuild choose the new site once they understand the value difference.

Path: Website OK, GBP Problem

What's the GBP situation?

Path: No GBP at all

šŸ“ GBP Setup — $150

Easiest pitch. They literally don't exist on Google Maps. Show them a search result showing their competitors — they're not in it.

Email — No GBP

Subject: [Business Name] doesn't show up on Google Maps

Hi [First Name],

I searched "[trade] in [City]" on Google Maps today. [Business Name] isn't in the results.

The businesses showing up there are getting calls right now that could be going to you. Google Maps is where most people start when they need a local contractor.

I can create and verify your Google Business Profile for $150. Once it's live, you'll start showing up in Maps searches within a few days. I'd also optimize it with your services, photos, and a strategy to start getting reviews.

Want me to get that set up for you?

Kegan | Post & Beam Studios | [phone]

Path: GBP claimed but incomplete

šŸ“ GBP Optimization — $300

They have a listing but it's weak. No photos, generic description, no services listed, no reviews strategy. These listings rank poorly — they show up on page 2-3 of Maps results if at all.

Email — Weak GBP

Subject: Your Google listing is costing you rankings

Hi [First Name],

I found [Business Name] on Google Maps, but the listing is pretty sparse. No photos, incomplete services, generic description — Google gives lower rankings to listings like this.

I do a full GBP Optimization for $300. That includes: keyword-optimized description, all services listed, photo strategy, review strategy, Google Posts setup, and Q&A section.

Most clients start ranking higher on Maps within 2-4 weeks of the optimization.

Want me to do a quick free audit showing exactly what's missing?

Kegan | Post & Beam Studios | [phone]

Path: Social Media Problem

šŸ“± Social Media Management

Recommended: Starter $297/mo — frame it as "hands-free visibility"

Lead with: "Your last post was [X] months ago. When a homeowner sees that, they wonder if you're still in business."

Email — Inactive Social Media

Subject: [Business Name]'s Facebook page looks inactive

Hi [First Name],

I found [Business Name]'s Facebook page — last post was [X months] ago.

Homeowners in [City] check Facebook before calling a contractor. When they see nothing recent, a lot of them assume the business has slowed down. Consistent posting keeps you top-of-mind.

I manage social media for trades businesses — we create the content, design the graphics, post on a schedule, and send a monthly report. Starts at $297/month, no contract.

I can put together a sample month of content so you can see exactly what it looks like — no charge.

Kegan | Post & Beam Studios | [phone]

Path: Everything needs work

šŸ’° Bundle Opportunity — Full Package

Recommended: Starter Site + GBP Opt + Social Starter = $975 + $297/mo (save $125)

This is your best prospect. Don't overwhelm them with everything at once. Lead with the website (biggest pain), mention GBP as the logical next step, introduce social after you've earned their trust.

The conversation path for "everything" prospects:

  1. First pitch: Website only (cleanup or new site depending on what they have)
  2. Same conversation: Mention GBP as something you noticed while reviewing them — offer to bundle it
  3. After delivery: Bring up social media management naturally
  4. OR pitch the full bundle upfront if they seem open to a comprehensive solution
Email — Full Bundle Pitch

Subject: [Business Name] — found several things worth fixing

Hi [First Name],

I was looking up [trade] businesses in [City] and spent a few minutes reviewing [Business Name]'s online presence. I found quite a few things that are likely costing you calls:

  • Website: [Specific issues — slow, not mobile-friendly, etc.]
  • Google Maps: [Profile incomplete / not showing up in top results]
  • Facebook: [Last post was X months ago]

The good news is these are all fixable, and I can handle all of it. I put together a bundle for situations like this: new website, Google Business Profile optimization, and monthly social media management — all for $975 setup plus $297/month. No contracts.

I can also break these into individual projects if you'd rather start with one thing. Either way, happy to put together a free audit showing exactly what I found and what it would cost to fix it.

Kegan Ball | Post & Beam Studios | postandbeamstudios.com | [phone]