Local SEO and Google Maps
Getting into the map pack and winning "near me" searches.
What is local SEO?
- Getting found by people searching near you.
- It covers Google Maps, the local map pack and "near me" searches.
What is a Google Business Profile?
- The free listing that shows your business on Google Maps.
- It carries your hours, phone number, photos and reviews.
- We set it up on packages with SEO.
How do I get in the map pack?
- A complete, verified Google Business Profile.
- Consistent name, address and phone number everywhere online.
- A steady flow of genuine reviews.
Do I need a shop or office?
- No. A service-area business can list the towns it covers.
- You can hide your home address if you work from home.
How important are reviews?
- Very. They influence both ranking and whether someone calls.
- Local Pro includes setting up a simple way to ask for them.
Can I rank in more than one town?
- Yes — a page for each town you genuinely serve.
- Unlimited is built for exactly this.
What is a citation?
- A mention of your business name, address and phone number on another site.
- Consistent citations help Google trust your details.
Why does my competitor show on Maps and I do not?
- Usually an unverified or incomplete profile.
- Sometimes distance from the searcher.
- Often simply more reviews.
How long does local SEO take?
- The profile itself can show in days.
- Moving up the map pack usually takes a few months.
Do you manage my reviews?
- We set up the request process.
- The reviews themselves must be genuine and come from real customers.
Still not sure?
Fifteen minutes on the phone and you will know exactly what you need.