What is Google Ads and how does it work for Ilford businesses? +
Google Ads (formerly Google AdWords) is Google's pay-per-click advertising platform that places your Ilford business at the top of Google Search results when customers are actively searching for your services. You set a budget and bid on keywords β your ads appear above organic results, and you pay only when someone clicks. It's the fastest way to get an Ilford business to the top of Google, delivering results in days rather than the months required for organic SEO.
How much does Google Ads management cost in Ilford? +
Web Studio London's Google Ads management for Ilford businesses starts from Β£299/month management fee. Ad spend budgets (paid directly to Google) typically start from Β£1000βΒ£1500/month depending on your industry competition. New campaign setup is available from Β£199 one-time. All pricing is confirmed in writing before any work begins β no percentage-of-spend fees, no hidden costs, no nasty surprises.
What is the difference between Google Ads and Google AdWords? +
Google AdWords was rebranded as Google Ads in July 2018 β they are exactly the same product. The rebrand reflected the expansion beyond just Search to include Display, YouTube, Shopping, App, and Local Services Ads. Many Ilford business owners still refer to Google Ads as AdWords. Web Studio London manages Google Ads (AdWords) campaigns under either name.
Why is my Google Ads campaign not generating leads? +
The most common reasons Google Ads underperform include: keywords set to broad match (showing ads to irrelevant searches), missing negative keywords (wasting budget on zero-intent queries), incorrect geographic targeting showing ads outside Ilford, sending clicks to a slow or poorly optimised landing page, low Quality Scores increasing your cost per click, and no conversion tracking meaning you can't see what's actually working. We offer a free audit to diagnose exactly what's wrong.
How quickly can Google Ads generate leads for my Ilford business? +
A properly built Google Ads campaign can begin generating clicks within hours of going live β and most Ilford clients see their first qualified enquiries within 24β48 hours. The first 2β4 weeks are a learning and optimisation period. By 4β8 weeks, campaigns typically reach peak efficiency as Google's algorithm learns and we refine based on real performance data.
Should I use Google Ads or SEO for my Ilford business? +
Google Ads delivers immediate results β your business can appear at position 1 within days. SEO builds long-term organic rankings that generate free traffic, but takes months to show results. The most effective strategy for Ilford businesses combines both: Google Ads for immediate lead generation while SEO builds your organic presence for long-term sustainable growth. Web Studio London offers both services under one roof and can show you exactly how the two complement each other for your specific business.
Do you manage Google Ads for small businesses in Ilford? +
Yes β the majority of our Google Ads clients are small and medium-sized businesses in Ilford and East London. Our management fees are structured to be viable for SMEs with modest budgets. We tailor every campaign to your specific budget, ensuring spend is tightly focused on the high-intent searches most likely to generate enquiries for your business in Ilford.
Can you rescue a Google Ads account that's been wasting money? +
Yes β Google Ads rescue and restructure is one of our most in-demand services. We frequently take over accounts that have been mismanaged, overpaying for clicks, or generating traffic that doesn't convert. Our audit process identifies every source of wasted spend, and we rebuild the account architecture for maximum efficiency. Most rescued accounts see a significant improvement in cost per lead within the first month of our management.