Home Services Video Marketing | Contractor Social Media Retainer
Contractors Losing Calls to Competitors? Fix It with Social Media Video

For Home Services & Contractors | Katy, Houston & Greater Houston

Stop Losing Calls to Competitors on Social Media

Social media drives calls. But most contractor videos don't. Your competitors are posting daily. Homeowners are scrolling past you. And when an emergency hits or they're planning a project, they call someone else—someone top of mind.

We fix this with a done-for-you video retainer that keeps you visible, builds trust, and generates service calls from social media. One 60-90 minute filming session per month. We handle the rest: editing, posting, captions, ads, strategy. You just show up and showcase your work.

Industries We Serve:

HVAC Plumbing General Contractors Painters Flooring Roofing Electrical Landscaping Remodeling
15+ Years Experience
100M+ Views Generated
15-60 Videos/Month
$0 Extra for Ads

What's Included in Your Home Services Video Retainer

Everything you need to turn social media into a steady source of service calls—without adding hours to your week.

📹 Monthly Filming Sessions

1-2 sessions per month

We film at your shop, warehouse, on job sites (with customer permission), or all three. Sessions are 60-90 minutes. We capture your team in action, showcase your work, and get your expertise on camera.

What we film:

  • Service tips and homeowner education
  • Behind-the-scenes job site footage
  • Team spotlights and company culture
  • Seasonal maintenance reminders
  • Before/after project showcases
  • Customer testimonials (with permission)

✂️ Professional Editing

Platform-optimized post-production

Every video is edited for platform-specific performance with captions, text overlays, color correction, and branded elements to make your company stand out.

Formats included:

  • 9:16 vertical for Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts
  • 1:1 square for Instagram/Facebook feed
  • 16:9 landscape for YouTube/LinkedIn
  • Google Business Profile videos (1:1)

Turnaround: 5-7 business days

📱 Posting & Ad Management

Included—No extra cost

We don't just hand you videos. We post them on your schedule, write captions optimized for local search, and manage your paid ad campaigns targeting homeowners in your service area.

Platforms:

  • Instagram Reels & Feed
  • TikTok
  • YouTube Shorts
  • Facebook
  • Google Business Profile

Ad spend: You provide budget ($500-$3K+/month). We manage campaigns.

🎯 Built for Service Businesses

Strategy that drives calls

We understand the home services industry. Every video is designed to build trust, showcase your professionalism, and generate service calls from your target audience.

Targeting includes:

  • Geographic targeting (your service area)
  • Seasonal campaign pushes (AC in summer, heating in winter)
  • Emergency service vs. maintenance messaging
  • Homeowner demographics and income levels

Why Home Services Companies Choose Video Retainers

Stay Top of Mind

When AC breaks, a pipe bursts, or a roof leaks, people call who they remember. Consistent video content keeps your company visible when emergencies happen—or when they're planning projects.

Build Trust Before They Call

Educational content and behind-the-scenes footage show your professionalism and expertise. Homeowners feel comfortable calling you before they ever meet you.

Dominate Your Local Market

Video outperforms static posts by 5-10x in reach and engagement. While your competitors post occasionally (or not at all), you own the feed—and the phone calls.

Showcase Your Work

Before/after videos, job site footage, and completed projects demonstrate quality. Homeowners see what you're capable of—they don't have to imagine it.

Minimal Time Investment

You don't have time to plan content, film, edit, and post daily. We handle all of it. You show up for 60-90 minutes per month (or we film while you work). We do the rest.

Multi-Platform Reach

We post your content across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and Google Business Profile. One filming session becomes 15-60 videos across 5+ platforms.

Who This Is For (And Who It's Not For)

✅ This retainer is PERFECT for:

  • Small/mid-size home services companies (1-50 employees)
  • Companies ready to invest $3,000-$10,000/month in marketing that builds over time
  • Business owners willing to be on camera (or feature team members)
  • Companies with capacity to handle 20-100+ service calls per month
  • Businesses serving specific geographic areas (city, county, metro)
  • Companies committed for 3-6 months minimum (video compounds over time)

❌ This is NOT for:

  • Companies that need immediate results (video builds over 3-6 months)
  • Business owners who refuse to be on camera or show their work
  • Companies with zero marketing budget
  • Businesses that want full creative control (we need flexibility to optimize)
  • Companies already at 100% capacity with no room for new jobs

How the Home Services Video Retainer Works

From strategy call to service calls in 6 simple steps

Discovery Call (30 minutes)

We discuss your services, target customers (residential vs. commercial), and goals. We identify your top 10-15 content pillars (topics that attract your ideal customers and showcase your work).

Content Planning & Calendar

We build a 90-day content calendar with topics, hooks, and CTAs. Topics are mapped to seasonal needs (AC campaigns in spring/summer, heating in fall/winter) and evergreen service education.

Monthly Filming Sessions

We film at your shop, on job sites (with customer permission), or both. Sessions are 60-90 minutes. We can film while you work (capture authentic footage) or do sit-down tips and Q&A.

Editing & Delivery

Videos delivered in 5-7 business days. You get a Dropbox link with all files, plus a posting schedule. We include your branding, contact info, and CTAs in every video.

Posting & Ads

We post on your schedule, manage ad campaigns targeting homeowners in your service area, and provide monthly performance reports showing views, engagement, calls, and leads.

Optimize & Scale

After 60-90 days, we analyze what's working (which topics drive calls) and create more of that content. Most companies scale up video volume or ad spend once they see ROI.

Example Video Topics for Home Services

Proven topics that drive engagement and service calls

Homeowner Education Topics

  • "5 signs your AC needs service NOW" (HVAC)
  • "How often should you replace your air filter?" (HVAC)
  • "What to do when your toilet won't stop running" (Plumbing)
  • "When to repair vs. replace your water heater" (Plumbing)
  • "How to choose the right paint finish for each room" (Painting)
  • "Hardwood vs. luxury vinyl plank: Which is right for you?" (Flooring)
  • "DIY vs. hiring a pro: Kitchen remodel edition" (Contractors)

Behind-the-Scenes Topics

  • Day in the life of an HVAC technician
  • Job site footage (with customer permission)
  • Team spotlights and company culture
  • Meet the owner/founder's story
  • Equipment and technology you use
  • How we prepare for a big project

Seasonal Content Topics

  • AC tune-up reminders (spring)
  • Heating system prep (fall)
  • Frozen pipe prevention (winter)
  • Summer energy-saving tips (HVAC)
  • Fall exterior painting tips (Painting)
  • Spring cleaning for homeowners (All trades)

Before/After & Project Showcases

  • Before/after bathroom remodel timelapse
  • Kitchen flooring transformation
  • Exterior painting before/after
  • HVAC system replacement walkthrough
  • Plumbing emergency fix (sped up)
  • Customer reaction to completed project

Investment & Pricing

Typical Retainer: $3,000 - $10,000/month

Pricing depends on: Video volume (15-60/month), filming frequency (1-2 sessions), number of platforms, ad campaign complexity, service area size, and whether filming happens on job sites.

What's included: Filming, editing, posting, ad management, monthly performance reporting, content calendar and strategy.

What you pay separately: Ad spend budget $500-$3,000+/month (typical for home services). Emergency services and seasonal campaigns typically invest more. You control ad spend—we manage the campaigns.

Minimum commitment: 3 months (video marketing builds momentum over time)


DIY vs. In-House vs. PrimeX Media Retainer

Factor DIY (You Film/Edit) Hire In-House PrimeX Retainer
Cost $0 (time cost 10-20 hrs/week) $35K-$55K/year + equipment $36K-$120K/year retainer
Quality Amateur (phone footage) Depends on hire Professional broadcast quality
Time Investment 10-20 hours/week Management overhead 60-90 min/month filming
Consistency Sporadic (when you have time) Depends on employee Guaranteed monthly output
Strategy You figure it out Hit or miss Built-in (100+ home services clients)
Ad Management You handle You handle Included (setup, targeting, optimization)
Scalability Can't scale Hard to scale Easy (increase retainer)

Bottom Line:

DIY works if:

You have 20 hours/week, know video marketing, and enjoy the process. (Most contractors don't have that time.)

In-house works if:

You have $55K/year, can find/vet/manage a marketer, and want creative control. (Risky bet for most small businesses.)

PrimeX works if:

You want professional results without time drain, hiring headaches, or learning curve. (Smart investment for growth-focused companies.)

Real Client Results & Proof

HVAC Company (Katy, TX)

Retainer: 14 months (active)

Output: 40 videos/month

Views: 2.1M total

Service calls: 300+ from video

ROI: 4-6x return

"Our phone rings constantly now. People say they've been watching our videos for months before finally calling. Video keeps us top of mind."

— HVAC Owner, Katy

Painting Company (Houston, TX)

Retainer: 10 months

Output: 30 videos/month

Project inquiries: 120+ from video

Growth: Hired 2 additional crews

"Before/after videos are our best marketing tool. Homeowners see the quality of our work before we even quote the job."

— Painting Contractor, Houston

Plumbing Company (Sugar Land, TX)

Retainer: 16 months (active)

Output: 45 videos/month

Emergency calls: Up 60%

Impact: Reduced ad spend by 40%

"We used to spend $5K/month on Google Ads. Now we spend $2K and get MORE calls because of organic video reach."

— Plumbing Company Owner

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you film on job sites?

Yes, with customer permission. We film at your shop, warehouse, on job sites, or all three. Job site footage is powerful for showing your work in action—we just need customer approval first.

What if we're too busy to film?

We structure shoots to be fast and efficient (60-90 minutes per session). We can film during downtime, at your shop before/after hours, or capture footage while you work. Most companies find it easier than expected.

Can you feature our team and trucks?

Absolutely. Team spotlights, truck/fleet shots, and branded content are all part of building your local presence. We make your team look professional and your brand recognizable.

Do you post the videos for us or just deliver them?

We post them for you—it's included in the retainer. We handle the content calendar, captions, platform formatting, and scheduling. You approve the calendar, and we execute everything.

How much should I budget for ad spend?

Most home services companies allocate $500-$3,000+ per month depending on service area and competition. Emergency services and seasonal campaigns typically invest more. We'll recommend a budget based on your goals during the strategy call.

What's the minimum commitment?

3-month minimum. Video marketing is a long-term strategy—it takes time to build momentum and see ROI. Most companies continue for 12+ months once they see results.

Can you target specific services or seasons?

Yes. We build targeting strategies around your priority services and seasonal needs. For example, we can push AC campaigns in spring/summer and heating campaigns in fall/winter.

Do you provide performance reporting?

Yes. You'll receive monthly reports showing views, engagement, ad performance, and call/lead metrics. We track what's working and adjust strategy accordingly.

What industries do you work with?

We serve HVAC, plumbing, general contractors, painters, flooring companies, roofers, electricians, landscapers, remodelers, and other home services businesses. If you serve homeowners and want more calls, we can help.

Ready to Generate More Service Calls on Social Media?

Schedule a strategy call to discuss your services, service area, and growth goals.

PrimeX Media | 19911 Morton Rd Suite 100, Katy, TX 77449 | [email protected]