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🚿 6 Social Media Tips Every Smart Plumbing Business Owner Should Use to Get More Calls and Jobs
Social media can feel like a waste of time—especially if you're just posting photos without a strategy or running ads that don’t convert. But when used properly, platforms like Facebook and Google Business Profile can become low-cost lead machines for local plumbing businesses.
The key is to focus on visibility, credibility, and urgency. These six proven tips help you do just that—and turn your online presence into booked jobs and loyal customers.
1. 📲 Auto-Text Every Missed Call
When customers have plumbing emergencies, they usually don’t wait around or leave voicemails. If they call and you don’t answer, they’re dialing your competitor within seconds. That’s why automating a response to missed calls is one of the simplest and most effective tools you can use.
What To Do:
Set up an SMS automation to send this message immediately:
“Sorry we missed your call. Are you dealing with a plumbing emergency? We’re here to help—just reply.”Use a tool like Twilio or a call-tracking platform that supports auto-texts.
Make sure it works outside of business hours, so you never lose leads during evenings or weekends.
Why it works:
💡It recovers lost jobs in real time, shows responsiveness, and gives customers an instant way to stay connected.
2. 🧰 Post Before-and-After Photos With Micro-Stories
Most homeowners don’t care about slick logos or stock images. They want to see that you’ve solved problems like theirs—and that you do quality work. That’s why showing real jobs, with short stories, creates instant trust.
What To Do:
Take a quick “before” and “after” photo at the end of every job, especially if it's a visible fix.
Add a short caption like:
“Customer in Oakwood Hills had a leaking shutoff valve under the kitchen sink. We replaced it within 90 minutes and helped prevent a major water issue.”Include a soft call to action: “Need a hand with something like this? Send us a message.”
Why it works:
💡 These posts build credibility and local visibility. They show—not tell—what kind of results you deliver.
3. 📍 Run Facebook Ads That Feel Local and Urgent
Most plumbing Facebook ads are too broad and too bland. Instead of just saying “Call Now,” you need to speak directly to the problem your ideal customers are facing—right where they live.
What To Do:
Write ad headlines like:
“🔧 [City] Homeowners: Got a leak or clog? We can be there within 90 minutes.”Target ZIP codes, not broad metro areas, for more precise delivery and cheaper ad costs.
Add urgency with “Same-day service,” “Emergency calls welcome,” or “Book online in 30 seconds.”
Why it works:
💡 When customers see a familiar location and a fast solution, they’re much more likely to click—and call.
4. 🤝 Turn Every Job Into a Referral Opportunity
Your happy customers are your best marketers—but most of them won’t refer you unless you ask. A simple, well-timed follow-up message can turn one job into two, three, or more.
What To Do:
Send a thank-you text the day after the job, and include a referral offer:
“Thanks again for choosing us! If a neighbor needs plumbing help, send them our way—we’ll give them $25 off and send you a thank-you too.”Use a tool like Jobber or Housecall Pro to automate the message.
Consider printing small referral cards to leave behind at the end of each job.
Why it works:
💡 This system makes referrals feel natural and rewarding—without being pushy.
5. 📌 Pin Your Best Offer on Facebook and Google Business
You might run a great promotion—but if people have to scroll to find it, they’ll probably miss it. Pinning key offers ensures they’re always visible to new visitors.
What To Do:
Post offers like:
“$50 off your first plumbing job”
“Free water heater estimate this week only”
“No after-hours fees for emergency calls this weekend”Pin the post at the top of your Facebook page so it stays front and center.
Add the same offer to your Google Business Profile “Updates” tab to improve local SEO and click-through rates.
Why it works:
💡 When a potential customer checks you out online, your most attractive offer is the first thing they see.
6. 🌟 Post Real Reviews With Names and Neighborhoods
Online reviews are one of the biggest trust factors for homeowners. But you can go a step further by turning those reviews into social content that builds local connection and credibility.
What To Do:
Screenshot your best 5-star Google reviews and post them with visual graphics.
Add a personal caption like:
“Thanks to Maria from Westfield for the kind words. We’re glad we could help with the clogged main line!”Tag the neighborhood (when appropriate) to reinforce your local presence.
Why it works:
💡 These posts combine social proof and local relevance—making your business feel both trustworthy and nearby.
Final Thoughts: You don’t need viral videos or a social media agency to win more plumbing jobs online. You just need a system that shows you’re:
Fast to respond when people need help
Trusted by real customers in your community
Consistently delivering quality, local service
Start using these six tips today, and your social media channels will start generating real leads—not just likes.
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