“The Fix-It Academy — Business, Branding, Ethics & Modern Marketing for Ohio Contractors.”

Length: 5 Hours

When something becomes a “deceptive trade practice.”

This module covers the Ohio laws contractors must follow to market, advertise, communicate, and sell services ethically. Includes real examples and mistakes that can cost a contractor their license.

• What Ohio Laws & Administrative Rules says about 
• The word “FREE” — 

when you can and cannot use it (Rule 109:4-3-04)

• The word “PRIZES” — 

when you can and cannot use it (Rule 109:4-3-06)

• Exclusions and Limitations in advertisements

when you can and cannot use it ( Rule 109:4-3-02 )

• Avoiding exaggerated or misleading claims
• Avoiding bait-and-switch tactics 

Rule (Rule 109:4-3-03).

Learning Outcomes

Contractors understand:

• How to run an honest marketing program
• What advertising language can get them fined or suspended
• How to promote offers without violating Ohio consumer laws
• How to protect themselves  while still marketing effectively

Length: 5 Hours

This section focuses on how contractors should legally advertise in Ohio.

• The Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act (CSPA)
• Misleading or unsubstantiated claims
• Pricing accuracy
• The truth about “$0 service calls,” “free tune-ups,” and “free estimates”
• Required disclosures when using discounts, coupons, or promotions
• Using testimonials 
• Before/after photos 

Contractors walk away able to market confidently without violating state law. 

Best value — save your seat early and save money.

• 10 Hours of Approved CE Credit
• Professional Student Workbook
• Live, high-energy instruction
• Real-world marketing and business training
• Ethical Advertising training (Ohio Laws & Administrative Rules compliant)
• Morning snacks +  lunch
• Certificate of Completion of class 112425

For last-minute attendees. Seating not guaranteed.
We cap seating to keep the workshop small and personalized.