β Targeting too wide or too narrow a radius. Most businesses do not need to target 50 miles out. 15-20 miles is the sweet spot for most local service.
β Running image-only campaigns. A single static image in 2026 is not going to cut it. Meta wants movement. A iPhone phone video of a job site or a satisfied customer or a viral trend is needed to find success.
β Sending every lead to a "contact us" form on your homepage. Your homepage is not a landing page. Build a dedicated landing page for the offer in the ad. Headline + offer + proof + ONE button.
β Not using the Meta on-platform lead form. If your site is slow, outdated, or doesn't convert - use Meta's lead form. We've seen CPLs cut in half when switching.
What would you add to the list?