Services

Marketing that fills your schedule.

Everything you need to get found, get booked, and become the obvious choice, built and managed for you. Want the thinking behind it? It is all in Backyard Empire.

Josh Blakeley

Answer Engine Optimization

Get cited by ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, and AI search when buyers ask for a pro like you.

Search Engine Optimization

Rank higher on Google Search and Maps so ready-to-buy customers find you first.

Google & Local Services Ads

High-intent leads, fast, managed to maximize ROI instead of wasting budget.

High-Converting Websites

Mobile-first sites built to turn visitors into booked jobs, not just look pretty.

Brand, Content & Social

Video, content, and social that build trust and keep you top-of-mind.

Automation & AI

JBL Connect captures and follows up with every lead automatically, so none slip away.

How we work together

A simple path to predictable leads.

01

Audit. We find the gaps and fastest wins in your market.

02

Strategy. A clear plan tied to revenue, not vanity metrics.

03

Build. Website, search, ads, and automation, done for you.

04

Grow. We track, optimize, and scale what’s working.

Real results

What this looks like in the field.

+$800K

new revenue in 4 months for an outdoor-living contractor

412

qualified leads in 8 months for a landscaping company

$300K

single project opportunity from a hardscape campaign

Anonymized client results. Your numbers will depend on your market, services, and budget.

What clients say

What clients say.

Rated 4.9 stars across 80+ Google reviews for JBL Digital Marketing and Landscape & Hardscape Contractor Marketing.

★★★★★

“Josh has helped our solar page bring in more quality leads organically than any other source. A pleasure to work with and always very responsive.”

Raphael Cipriano
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★★★★★

“Josh was very helpful getting us leads every week. Easy to work with, with great communication.”

★★★★★

“You really see his professionalism and expertise. He increased our website traffic with a well-designed, SEO-friendly site.”

Marion Paolo
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

What is Answer Engine Optimization (AEO)?

AEO optimizes your business so AI tools like ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews recommend and cite you when people search for the services you offer.

How fast can I expect leads?

Paid channels like Google Ads and Local Services Ads can generate qualified leads within the first week, while SEO builds compounding results over time.

Do you only work with landscapers?

No. Outdoor-living pros are a specialty, but the same system works for many types of home-service businesses.

What is JBL Connect?

JBL Connect is the CRM and automation platform used to capture leads and follow up with them automatically, so none slip away.

How do we get started?

Book a call. We will audit your current marketing, find the fastest wins, and map out a clear growth plan.

Let’s build your Backyard Empire

Ready to fill your schedule with better jobs?

Book a free call and I’ll show you exactly where your next jobs will come from, and the fastest way to get them.