5 Lakes Marketing

08/26/2026

We were out three times on this roofing job. Tear off on day one, back again once the new decking and underlayment were going down, and back a third time after the crew wrapped.

The middle shots are the ones that matter. Nobody sees the decking or the underlayment once the shingles are on, and that's the part homeowners are actually paying for.

These are heading to the client's website, Google profile, socials, and print marketing.

If your only project photos are shot from the ground with a phone, send us a message. Drone and on site content for trades across Michigan.

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07/28/2026

When someone nearby searches for the service you offer, does your business show up?

Local SEO helps put your business in front of people who are already looking for what you do. We work on the pieces that matter—from your Google Business Profile and local keywords to service pages, location content, and ongoing improvements.

The goal is simple: help more local customers find you, trust you, and contact you.

Looking to improve your visibility in your service area? Let’s talk.

07/26/2026

New website launch: Priority One Mobile CPR Training.

Priority One brings nurse-led CPR, AED, and first aid certification to workplaces, schools, and healthcare teams across Muskegon and West Michigan. They needed a site that could do more than explain the courses. It had to sell them.

So we built the full site along with a custom class scheduling and booking system. Students can browse upcoming classes, pick a date, register, and pay online in a few minutes. No phone tag, no paper forms, no waiting on a callback to get a seat.

AHA, Red Cross, and HSI authorized, and now a whole lot easier to book.

Website development by 5 Lakes Marketing.

07/25/2026

If your referrals slowed down next month, what would replace them?

Word of mouth is one of the strongest ways to get business, but it is also the one channel you have the least control over. It cannot be scaled, forecasted, or turned up when you need it.

Referrals are valuable, but they are not consistent or scalable. Learn why small businesses still need marketing, and what it costs to rely on word of mouth.

07/23/2026

Google Ads can generate real opportunities for a local service business, but only when the campaign, budget, targeting, and follow-up process are working together.

We support both:

Local Services Ads for businesses that want more qualified calls and stronger visibility in their service area.

Pay-Per-Click campaigns for targeted search traffic, lead generation, and greater control over the services being promoted.

Whether you need help getting started or improving campaigns that are already running, we can build a strategy around your business instead of forcing you into a one-size-fits-all package.

Send us a message to discuss your goals and service area.

05/07/2026

Digital marketing is a long-term investment, not a series of quick wins.

Getting found online requires a cohesive presence that works across every platform. When your branding and messaging are aligned, discovery becomes easier and opportunities become more consistent.

When your branding is inconsistent, trust drops. Learn why consistent branding across platforms helps small businesses grow.

05/06/2026

We recently did a new website for Nicks2 Interlock Services — an ignition interlock service provider in Colorado.

This project was all about creating a clean, modern experience while keeping things simple and stress-free for their clients.

From layout to messaging, everything was built to guide users through the process clearly and confidently.

If your business isn’t showing up like this online, there’s a good chance you’re losing opportunities.