Why TV advertising is the most powerful way to reach local customers

TV delivers 4x higher trust than social media ads, reaches 73.6% of viewers in ad-supported environments, and builds brand credibility that digital advertising alone cannot match.

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When customers see your ad on NBC, ESPN, or Hulu, they don't just notice your business—they trust it. TV advertising delivers credibility, reach, and results that digital advertising alone cannot match.

Be the first name customers think of

When a pipe bursts, whose plumber do they call? When they need a realtor, whose name comes to mind first? When they're hungry, which restaurant do they remember?

Most customers don't need your product or service today—they'll need it in three months, six months, or next year. When that moment comes, your business needs to be the one they remember. That's what advertising does.

Digital ads reach people scrolling their phones right now. TV ads reach people when they're relaxed, receptive, and actually paying attention—building memories that last months and years.

Research shows that 71% of consumers won't buy from a brand they don't recognize. TV advertising makes you recognizable. It makes you memorable. And when customers are ready to buy, you're the first call they make.

TV builds trust that drives sales

Consumers trust TV advertising 4x more than social media ads. When your ad appears on premium channels, it carries instant credibility. Your business isn't fighting for attention in a crowded feed—it's a brand customers remember and trust.

TV ads deliver 60% higher brand recall than digital ads, meaning customers think of you first when they need what you offer.

Adwave vs. Digital Advertising

  Digital Adwave
Trust 19% trust (social media) Up to 80% trust
Engagement Skippable or blocked Fully watched
Placement Cluttered context Premium placements
Brand Lift 5-10% average 20-30% average
Viewability ~50% viewable 100% viewable
Brand Recall 35% recall 60% recall
Attention Time 2-3 seconds 30 seconds (full ad)

TV advertising delivers significantly higher trust, engagement, and brand recall compared to digital advertising channels.

Your customers are watching—and they're seeing ads

Streaming now accounts for 47.3% of all U.S. TV viewing, and 73.6% of TV time happens in ad-supported environments. Whether your customers watch Hulu, YouTube, Pluto TV, or cable, they're seeing commercials—and yours should be one of them.

Target exactly who you want to reach

Advertise by ZIP code, city, or state to reach local customers where they live. No wasted spend on audiences outside your market. No privacy concerns. Just guaranteed impressions in front of the right people.

TV drives action

TV viewers are 3x more likely to search for your brand after seeing a TV ad compared to a digital ad. When people see you on TV, they take action—visiting your website, calling your business, and becoming customers.

Now it's affordable for any business

Adwave makes TV advertising accessible. Create a broadcast-quality commercial in minutes with AI—completely free. Launch it on NBC, Fox, ESPN, Hulu, and 100+ premium channels for as little as $50. No production costs, no media buyer, no long-term contracts.

What customers are saying

Small businesses across industries are using Adwave to reach new customers, drive sales, and build brand awareness in their local markets.

Mountain Burger

As a local burger restaurant, we knew our food could win hearts — we just needed more people to know we existed. Adwave made it incredibly easy to create a professional-looking TV ad and get it ...

Delanie Stevens GM of Mountain Burger

Kenny Patton Real Estate

Adwave helped me get more offers and secure additional listings!

Kenny Patton Real Estate Agent

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Pricing

You can start advertising for as little as $50, with flexible budgets tailored to meet your marketing goals. Use the slider below to see how much more you could be doing with your advertising budget.

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All results shown are estimates. Actual results will vary by audience and location.
  • Estimated ad views

    7K

  • Average daily views

    242

  • Estimated website traffic increase

    727

  • Cost per 1,000 views

    $15-$35

  • Local Brand Awareness

    6%

  • Ad attention

    94%

Frequently Asked Questions

All FAQs
  • Simply provide basic information about your business, and Adwave’s AI instantly generates a polished, broadcast-ready TV ad. You can review, adjust, and launch your ad within minutes.

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