Google LSA Disputes Not Working as Expected: How to Review Lead Charges Carefully
When an LSA lead dispute does not produce the result you expect, the issue is usually the lead category, the evidence or a misunderstanding of what qualifies for a credit. Google's process for lead credits can change, so review each lead carefully rather than assuming every bad lead is refundable.
Table of Contents
- 01.Not every bad lead is credit-eligible
- 02.What to check first
- 03.Lead categories
- 04.Call and message records
- 05.Job type and location
- 06.Duplicate inquiries and spam
- 07.No guaranteed credit
- 08.How to diagnose it
Not every bad lead is credit-eligible
A lead that did not turn into a job is not automatically an invalid lead. A bad sales outcome and a credit-eligible lead are different things. Google's process for credits and disputes can change over time, so base your review on the current process shown in your account rather than an older one.
What to check first
- Confirm the lead category and type.
- Review the call or message record.
- Check the job type and location against your services.
- Check for duplicate inquiries.
- Gather any documentation that supports the review.
Lead categories
Leads are usually categorized by type, such as calls or messages, and sometimes by quality. The category affects whether a lead is eligible for review. Understand the categories in your account and which ones the current process covers before submitting a dispute.
Call and message records
Review the actual call or message record. For calls, check the duration and whether it connected. For messages, check the content. A call that connected and lasted several minutes is harder to dispute than a hang-up. The record is the evidence, so review it before submitting.
Job type and location
A lead for a job type you do not offer or a location you do not serve may be eligible for review. Check the job type and location against your selected services and service area. If the lead is genuinely outside what you offer, that supports a review. If it is a real job you could not close, it may not qualify.
Duplicate inquiries and spam
Duplicate inquiries from the same person or obvious spam may be eligible for review. Check whether the same contact appears more than once. Document the duplicate. For spam, the message content usually makes it clear. Gather the evidence before submitting.
No guaranteed credit
Submitting a dispute does not guarantee a credit. The current process decides based on the lead category and the evidence. Do not assume a refund. Review each lead on its own facts and follow the process shown in your account.
How to diagnose it
- 1.Confirm the lead category and type.
- 2.Review the call or message record.
- 3.Check the job type and location against your services.
- 4.Check for duplicates or spam.
- 5.Submit through the current process with supporting evidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was my LSA lead dispute rejected?
The lead may not meet the current credit criteria, the category may not be eligible or the evidence may not support the review. A lead that did not turn into a job is not automatically credit-eligible.
Can I get a refund for a bad LSA lead?
It depends on the current process and the lead category. Submit the dispute with evidence, but do not assume a refund is guaranteed. Google's credit process can change over time.
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