Your Customers Are
Already Here
Over 250,000 people search CostWhale every month looking for services like yours. They're comparing prices, reading reviews, and ready to hire.
How CostWhale Drives You Customers
Customer Searches
Someone Googles “roof repair cost in Dallas.” CostWhale ranks on page 1. They click through to our detailed cost guide.
They See Your Listing
Your business appears at the top of the page — with reviews, badges, and a direct “Get a Quote” button. Sponsored listings get gold highlighting.
You Get the Lead
The customer submits their info. You get an exclusive lead — name, phone, email, project details. No sharing with 10 other contractors.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Start free. Upgrade when you're ready for more leads.
Free Listing
- ✓Basic business listing
- ✓Name, phone, and address
- ✓Appear in city search results
- ✓Collect customer reviews
- ✓Basic analytics (monthly views)
Claimed & Verified
- Everything in Free, plus:
- ✅ Verified badge on listing
- ✓Business hours & description
- ✓Link to your website
- ✓Respond to reviews publicly
- ✓Priority placement over free listings
- ✓Detailed analytics dashboard
- ✓Lead notifications via email
Premium Profile
- Everything in Claimed, plus:
- ⭐ Premium badge & highlighting
- ✓Up to 20 photos in your profile
- ✓Custom business description
- ✓Service area targeting (5 cities)
- ✓Direct lead capture form
- ✓Review request tools
- ✓Competitor benchmarking
- ✓Monthly performance report
- ✓Priority support
Sponsored Listing
- Everything in Premium, plus:
- 🏆 #1 placement on all pages
- ✓Sponsored badge with gold highlight
- ✓Appear on state AND city pages
- ✓Service area targeting (25 cities)
- ✓Featured in comparison pages
- ✓Featured in blog articles
- ✓Exclusive leads (not shared)
- ✓Dedicated account manager
- ✓Custom landing page on CostWhale
- ✓Logo in search results
All Advertising Products
From free listings to enterprise data licensing — we have a solution for every budget.
Sponsored Listings
$249–$499/monthAppear at the top of every cost page in your service area. Gold-highlighted with a Sponsored badge. Maximum visibility to high-intent customers.
Best for: Local service providersPremium Business Profiles
$99/monthEnhanced listing with photos, custom description, direct lead form, and priority placement over free listings.
Best for: Growing businessesVerified Badge
$29/monthShow customers you're legit with our verified badge. We confirm your license, insurance, and BBB standing.
Best for: All businessesDirect Lead Purchases
$15–$200 per leadBuy exclusive leads from customers searching for your exact service in your city. Only you get the lead — no sharing with competitors.
Best for: High-ticket service providersFeatured Comparisons
$199/monthGet featured in our popular comparison guides (e.g., 'Invisalign vs Braces'). Includes your business as a recommended provider.
Best for: Specialists & niche providersSponsored Blog Content
$500–$2,000 per articlePartner with CostWhale for an in-depth sponsored article featuring your expertise, published on our blog and promoted to our newsletter.
Best for: Brands & franchisesBanner Advertising
$500–$5,000/monthPremium display ad placements on high-traffic pages. Targeted by service category and geography. No programmatic — direct placement only.
Best for: National brands & franchisesCost Data API
$299–$999/monthLicense our pricing database for your own website, app, or internal tools. Real-time cost data across 140+ services and 200+ cities.
Best for: SaaS companies & real estate platformsWhite-Label Cost Reports
$149/monthEmbed CostWhale cost data on your own website with your branding. Perfect for contractor websites, real estate agents, and insurance companies.
Best for: Contractors & agentsReferral Commissions
3–8% of job valueEarn a spot in our referral network. When customers book through CostWhale, you pay a small referral fee only on completed jobs.
Best for: All service providersThe Math Works
That's a 20x return on your marketing spend. No long-term contracts.
What Businesses Say
“CostWhale sends us 3-5 leads a week. Quality is way better than other lead sites — these people are actually ready to hire.”
“The dental implant leads alone pay for 10x our monthly sponsorship. Best marketing investment we've made.”
“Claimed our free listing and got reviews flowing in. Upgraded to Premium within a month — the ROI is obvious.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly will I start getting leads?
Most businesses see their first leads within 48 hours of going live. Sponsored listings typically see the most volume since they appear at the top of every relevant page.
Are the leads shared with other businesses?
Premium and Sponsored plan leads are exclusive to you — no sharing with competitors. Free and Claimed listings participate in our general quote matching.
Do I need a long-term contract?
No contracts, ever. All plans are month-to-month. You can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel at any time.
How is CostWhale different from other lead generation sites?
We don't charge per lead on top of a monthly fee. Our pricing is simple and transparent. Sponsored listings get unlimited leads for a flat monthly rate. Plus, our cost guide content means customers are more educated and higher quality.
Can I respond to reviews?
Yes! Claimed, Premium, and Sponsored businesses can respond publicly to all reviews. This is a great way to show potential customers you're responsive and professional.
What if I serve multiple cities?
Premium plans include 5 cities, Sponsored plans include 25 cities. Need more? Contact us for custom coverage.
Still Thinking?
Start with a free listing. No credit card required. See the results for yourself.
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