Campaign Build Report

Pest Control Pay-Per-Call
Google Ads Build

Complete campaign architecture for account 740-288-5454. Every campaign, ad group, keyword, negative, and ad — built from proven historical data across $30K+ in spend and 1,356 phone call conversions.

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Campaigns
22
Ad Groups
122+
Keywords
200
Negatives
22
RSA Ads
$575
/Day Budget
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Executive Summary

This Google Ads account was built from scratch using data-backed intelligence from two historical accounts that spent a combined $30,447 and generated 1,356 phone call conversions.

Historic Spend
$30,447
Combined Aptive + Terminix
Historic Conversions
1,356
Phone calls to service line
Proven CPA Range
$15-$25
Branded conquesting
Best CPA Ever
$8.23
"call aptive" keyword
Traffic Split
97%
Mobile (both accounts)
Peak Conversion Hours
5-10 AM
60%+ of all calls

Core Strategy: Branded Competitor Conquesting

People searching for Terminix, Aptive, Orkin, Moxie, Hawx, and EcoShield are intercepted with our ads and redirected to our call-focused landing pages. This proved 3-10x cheaper than generic "pest control near me" keywords across both historical accounts. Generic pest-specific keywords are included as a secondary test at lower budget.

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Account Architecture
Campaign Budget Ad Groups Strategy Status
Search | Terminix Conquesting | Calls $200/day 4 Proven best performer ($22 CPA historic) Paused
Search | Aptive Conquesting | Calls $150/day 4 Proven cheapest calls ($8-$17 CPA) Paused
Search | Orkin Conquesting | Calls $100/day 4 Major national brand conquest Paused
Search | Other Brands Conquesting | Calls $75/day 6 Moxie, Hawx, EcoShield, Rentokil, ABC, Turner Paused
Search | Pest Specific | Cockroach Bedbug Ant | Calls $50/day 4 Problem-aware pest searchers Paused
TOTAL $575/day 22 $17,250/month potential

Global Settings Applied to ALL Campaigns

  • Bid Strategy: Manual CPC (will switch to Maximize Conversions after 50+ tracked conversions)
  • Network: Google Search ONLY (no Search Partners, no Display)
  • Location: United States — Presence only (people physically IN the US)
  • Mobile Bid: +25% adjustment (97-100% of historic conversions are mobile)
  • Ad Rotation: Optimize for best performing ads
  • Landing Page: https://247-pest-control.melleka.app
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Campaign 1 — Terminix Conquesting
$200/day 4 Ad Groups Highest Budget

Terminix campaigns generated $22 CPA in historical data — the most consistent performer. People searching for Terminix are high-intent pest control buyers ready to call.

Terminix - Brand Exact
$3.50 CPC
Keywords (Exact Match)
[terminix] [terminix pest control] [terminix pest control near me] [terminix exterminator] [terminix near me] [terminix pest control cost] [terminix prices]
Ad Preview (Responsive Search Ad)
247-pest-control.melleka.app
Looking For Terminix? | Call Now - Same Day Service
Stop pests today. Licensed pros available now. No contracts, free inspection. Call for same-day service.
PIN H1 Looking For Terminix?
PIN H2 Call Now - Same Day Service
Trusted Pest Experts
Licensed & Insured Pros
Free Inspection Available
No Contracts Required
24/7 Emergency Service
Get a Free Quote Today
Cockroach & Bed Bug Pros
Fast Response Guaranteed
Top Rated Exterminators
Affordable Pest Control
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Local Experts Near You
Save on Pest Control
Descriptions (4)
1. Stop pests today. Licensed pros available now. No contracts, free inspection. Call for same-day service.
2. Affordable pest control with guaranteed results. Same-day appointments. Call now for a free quote.
3. Expert cockroach, bed bug & ant removal. 24/7 availability. Licensed, insured & trusted locally.
4. Why pay more? Get professional pest control at better rates. Free inspection. Call now and save.
Terminix - Phone Number & Call
$4.00 CPC
Keywords — HIGHEST INTENT (cheapest calls $8-$15)
[terminix phone number] [call terminix] [terminix customer service number] "terminix contact" "terminix number"

Why These Keywords Are Gold

People searching for a company's phone number have already decided to call. In the Aptive account, "call aptive" converted at $8.23 per call and "aptive phone number" at $12.56. These are the highest-intent, lowest-CPA keywords in pest control.

Terminix - Pest Control Combo
$3.00 CPC
[terminix cockroach treatment] [terminix bed bug treatment] "terminix ant control" "terminix roach" "terminix bed bugs"
Terminix - Complaints & Alternatives
$2.50 CPC
Keywords — People LEAVING Terminix
"terminix alternative" "cancel terminix" "unhappy with terminix" "switch from terminix" "better than terminix"

Ultra High-Intent Capture

People actively trying to cancel or leave a competitor are the most motivated callers. They have budget allocated, a verified pest problem, and proven willingness to pay. They just need a better option.

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Campaign 2 — Aptive Conquesting
$150/day 4 Ad Groups Best Historic CPA

Aptive had the single best performance of any brand in historical data: $16.95 CPA with 1,109 conversions from one ad group alone. The "call aptive" keyword hit $8.23 per call.

Aptive - Brand Exact
$3.50 CPC
[aptive] [aptive pest control] [aptive environmental] [aptive exterminator] [aptive pest control near me] [aptive pest control reviews] [aptive pest] [aptive pest control cost]
Ad Preview
247-pest-control.melleka.app
Looking For Aptive? | Call Now - Same Day Service
Stop pests today. Licensed pros available now. No contracts, free inspection. Call for same-day service.
Aptive - Phone Number & Call
$4.00 CPC
[aptive phone number] [call aptive] [aptive pest control phone number] "aptive contact" "aptive customer service"
Aptive - Pest Control Combo
$3.00 CPC
[aptive cockroach treatment] [aptive bed bug treatment] "aptive ant control" "aptive roach"
Aptive - Complaints & Alternatives
$2.50 CPC
"cancel aptive" "aptive alternative" "unhappy with aptive" "switch from aptive" "better than aptive"
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Campaign 3 — Orkin Conquesting
$100/day 4 Ad Groups

Orkin is the largest pest control brand in the US. In historical Terminix data, "orkin" keywords converted at $26 CPA. Massive search volume means massive opportunity.

Orkin - Brand Exact
$3.50 CPC
[orkin] [orkin pest control] [orkin exterminator] [orkin near me] [orkin pest control near me] [orkin prices] [orkin pest control cost] "orkin reviews"
Orkin - Phone Number & Call
$4.00 CPC
[orkin phone number] [call orkin] [orkin customer service] "orkin contact" "orkin number"
Orkin - Pest Combo
$3.00 CPC
[orkin cockroach] [orkin bed bugs] "orkin ant treatment" "orkin roach treatment"
Orkin - Complaints & Alternatives
$2.50 CPC
"cancel orkin" "orkin alternative" "switch from orkin" "unhappy with orkin" "better than orkin"
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Campaign 4 — Other Brands Conquesting
$75/day 6 Ad Groups

Six additional regional and national pest control brands. Lower budget for testing — winners get promoted to their own campaigns with higher budgets.

Ad GroupCPC BidKeywords
Moxie - Brand $3.00
[moxie pest control] [moxie pest control near me] [moxie pest control phone number] [moxie exterminator]
Hawx - Brand $3.00
[hawx pest control] [hawx pest control near me] [hawx pest control phone number] [hawx exterminator]
EcoShield - Brand $3.00
[ecoshield pest control] [ecoshield pest control near me] [ecoshield pest control phone number] [ecoshield exterminator]
Rentokil - Brand $3.00
[rentokil pest control] [rentokil near me] [rentokil pest control phone number] [rentokil exterminator]
ABC Home & Commercial - Brand $3.00
[abc home pest control] [abc pest control near me] [abc exterminator] [abc home commercial pest control phone number]
Turner Pest - Brand $3.00
[turner pest control] [turner pest control near me] [turner pest control phone number] [turner exterminator]
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Campaign 5 — Pest Specific (Cockroach, Bedbug, Ant)
$50/day 4 Ad Groups Test Campaign

Important Context

Generic pest keywords had ZERO to 2 conversions across $900+ spend in both historical accounts. This campaign is a test at low budget. If results are poor, budget gets reallocated to branded campaigns. If results are good, budget increases.

Cockroach Extermination
$5.00 CPC
[cockroach exterminator] [cockroach exterminator near me] [roach exterminator] [roach exterminator near me] [cockroach removal service] "get rid of cockroaches" "cockroach infestation" "roach problem" [german cockroach exterminator] [roach control service]
Ad Preview
247-pest-control.melleka.app
Cockroach Problem? | Call Now - Fast Removal
Professional cockroach elimination. Licensed experts remove roaches fast. Free inspection, no contracts. Call now.
PIN H1 Cockroach Problem?
PIN H2 Call Now - Fast Removal
Roach Exterminators
German Cockroach Experts
Same Day Roach Removal
Licensed & Insured
Free Roach Inspection
No Contracts Needed
Stop Roaches For Good
Affordable Roach Control
Emergency Roach Service
Proven Roach Solutions
Kill Roaches Permanently
Call Before They Spread
Expert Roach Control
Bedbug Treatment
$6.00 CPC
[bed bug exterminator] [bed bug exterminator near me] [bed bug treatment] [bed bug removal] [bed bug heat treatment] "get rid of bed bugs" "bed bug infestation" "bed bug problem" [bed bug treatment cost] [bed bug control service]
Ad Preview
247-pest-control.melleka.app
Bed Bugs? | Call Now - Same Day Treatment
Professional bed bug elimination with heat treatment. Licensed experts. Free inspection, no contracts. Call now.
Ant Removal
$4.50 CPC
[ant exterminator] [ant exterminator near me] [ant removal service] [ant control service] [carpenter ant exterminator] "get rid of ants" "ant infestation" "ant problem in house" [ant removal near me] [fire ant treatment]
Ad Preview
247-pest-control.melleka.app
Ant Infestation? | Call Now - Fast Removal
Expert ant elimination. Carpenter ants, fire ants, all species. Licensed pros. Free inspection. Call now.
Emergency Pest Control
$7.00 CPC
[emergency pest control] [emergency exterminator] [24 hour pest control] [emergency pest control near me] [same day pest control] "pest control right now" "exterminator today" "urgent pest control" [pest control open now] [24 hour exterminator near me]
Ad Preview
247-pest-control.melleka.app
Pest Emergency? | Call Now - 24/7 Response
Emergency pest control, anytime. Technicians available now. Cockroaches, bed bugs, ants. Call for immediate help.
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Negative Keywords (200 Total — 40 Per Campaign)

Every campaign has 40 negative keywords applied at the campaign level. These are based on proven waste patterns from $30K+ in historical spend data. All match types are Broad (maximum blocking coverage).

Job Seekers (blocks people looking for employment, not services)
jobs careers hiring salary employment
DIY Shoppers (want products, not professional service)
diy home remedy spray bait trap
Retail Shoppers (buying products online/in-store)
amazon walmart home depot lowes coupon free
Wrong Pest Types (not cockroaches, bedbugs, or ants)
rodent termite mosquito wildlife raccoon snake rat mouse flea tick wasp bee removal scorpion spider fly control
Non-Service Intent (wrong audience entirely)
lawn care weed control stock price ipo investor franchise login reviews complaints cancel

Why "reviews", "complaints", and "cancel" Are Negated at Campaign Level

These terms are only used in the dedicated "Complaints & Alternatives" ad groups within each branded campaign. At the campaign level, they're negated to prevent other ad groups from matching on them. The complaint ad groups use phrase match which overrides the campaign negatives for those specific ad groups.

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Landing Pages

Two custom-built, call-optimized landing pages. Every element on both pages drives phone calls. Phone numbers appear 7+ times per page. Sticky mobile CTAs ensure the call button is always visible.

24/7 Pest Control
Dark Mode — Urgency Theme
Primary Landing Page
https://247-pest-control.melleka.app
Dark emerald theme. Pulsing phone icons, "Technicians Available Now" badge, glass-card stats, fear/urgency section, pest multiplication stats. Floating mobile CTA.
Pest Away Experts
Light Mode — Editorial Theme
Secondary / A-B Test Page
https://pest-away-experts.melleka.app
Warm cream/editorial style. Interactive pest tabs (cockroach/bedbug/ant), shimmer urgency bar, serif headlines, gold accents. Orange sticky mobile CTA.
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Match Type Legend & Bid Strategy
[Exact Match]
Only triggers when the searcher types this exact query (or very close variant). Highest precision, lowest wasted spend.
"Phrase Match"
Triggers when the search includes this phrase in order, with words before/after allowed. Good for capturing long-tail variations.
Broad Match
Only used for negative keywords. Blocks any search containing the term in any order or context. Maximum blocking coverage.

CPC Bid Hierarchy

  • $7.00 — Emergency Pest Control (highest urgency, highest intent, highest CPA tolerance)
  • $6.00 — Bedbug Treatment (high emotional distress = high willingness to call)
  • $5.00 — Cockroach Extermination (high volume, strong conversion potential)
  • $4.50 — Ant Removal (moderate urgency)
  • $4.00 — Phone Number & Call ad groups (highest intent but lower auction competition)
  • $3.50 — Brand Exact ad groups (strong intent, brand auction dynamics)
  • $3.00 — Pest Combo + Other Brands (exploratory, moderate intent)
  • $2.50 — Complaints & Alternatives (long-tail, lower competition)
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Pre-Launch Checklist
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Data-Backed Intelligence (Why This Build Works)

Every decision in this build is backed by actual performance data from two historical accounts. Here are the numbers that drove the architecture.

MetricAptive 879Terminix 670Combined
Total Spend $21,822 $8,625 $30,447
Total Conversions 1,165 191 1,356
Average CPA $18.73 $45.16 $22.45
Best CPA $8.23 $19.86 $8.23
Mobile Traffic 97% 100% ~98%
Best Branded CPA $16.95 (aptive) $22.00 (terminix)
Generic Pest CPA $0 (0 conv) $305 (2 conv) Proven failure
Peak Season
Now
April-August = prime pest season
Best Month
April
$10K spend, 526 conv, $19 CPA
Peak Call Hours
5-10 AM
60%+ of conversions happen here
Worst Month
Nov
Near-zero conversions

Key Insight: Branded Conquesting Is 10x Better Than Generic

Across $30K+ in combined spend, branded competitor terms (Terminix, Aptive, Orkin, Moxie) consistently deliver $15-$25 CPA phone calls. Generic pest control terms ("pest control near me", "cockroach exterminator") delivered near-zero conversions in pay-per-call. Our build allocates 90% of budget to proven branded conquesting and 10% to pest-specific testing.

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Related Research & Deep Dives
Original Document Deep Dive
Full analysis of the XY7 Elite briefing doc and spreadsheet. 12 sections covering the complete landscape.
Terminix Account Deep Dive
14 sections from account 670-143-6454. All campaigns, keywords, search terms, geo performance, device split.
Aptive Account Deep Dive
13 sections from account 879-893-6793. The $8.23 CPA goldmine — full keyword, ad copy, and trend analysis.
Landing Pages (Live)
Both call-optimized landing pages. Dark + Light themes. Every element drives phone calls.