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    Lead Generation 6 min readMarch 10, 2025

    How to Get More HVAC Leads (Especially in the Off-Season)

    HVAC is highly seasonal. Here is how the most successful HVAC companies generate consistent leads even when the weather is mild.

    By Shallow Consulting

    In the HVAC industry, lead flow often lives and dies by the weather. When there's a heatwave or a freeze, the phone rings off the hook. But what happens during the mild months? The best HVAC companies build systems that generate leads year-round.

    Capture High-Intent Emergency Searches

    When an AC goes out in July, homeowners aren't asking for referrals—they are searching 'AC repair near me' and calling the first company that answers. You must dominate the Google Map Pack and run targeted Google Ads for these emergency keywords to capture this high-intent traffic.

    Promote Maintenance Plans in the Off-Season

    Your website should heavily feature seasonal tune-ups and maintenance contracts. Use Facebook Ads to target local homeowners with special tune-up offers during the spring and fall. These low-barrier offers keep your techs busy and often uncover larger repair or replacement needs.

    Automate Review Requests

    Reviews build the trust needed to close high-ticket replacements. Automate a text message to go out to the customer 30 minutes after your tech finishes the job. HVAC companies with 100+ 5-star reviews convert website visitors at significantly higher rates.

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