SEO and Local Citations
Get Found on Google Before Your Competitors Do
When people need what you sell, they search on Google and call one of the first businesses they see. We help make sure that's you. Over 90% of our clients begin ranking within 60 to 90 days, while most competitors take 6 months or more.
What Is SEO, and Why Should You Care?
SEO stands for search engine optimization. A search engine, like Google or Bing, is where people type what they need and get a list of businesses to choose from. SEO is everything we do to help your business show up near the top of that list. That means setting up your Google Maps listing, getting your business listed on trusted websites like Yelp and the BBB (these listings are called local citations), and making sure your website pages include the same words your customers type.
Think about the last time you needed a plumber, a hair stylist or a place to eat. You searched on Google, looked at the first few results and picked one. You probably never went to page 2. Most people don't.
That means if your business isn't near the top, those customers are likely calling someone else.
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See SEO pricingGoogle Is a Careful Judge. Here's What It Asks.
So how does Google decide who gets the top spot? A brand-new website is invisible until Google trusts it. Before Google recommends any business, it looks for answers to four questions. SEO is how we make sure the answer is always "yes."
- Does it clearly say who you are and what you do? Does the website tell your story and explain your services, whether you opened last month or 20 years ago?
- Does it know what it's talking about? Does it clearly explain each service people are searching for?
- Is it listed in the right places? Is the business found on trusted websites like the BBB, Yelp and more? (These listings are called local citations.)
- Can people trust it? Is it secure, easy to use on a phone and easy to contact?
What We Do Every Month to Move You Up
Every one of these answers one of Google's four questions with a confident "yes." Real work, every month, focused on one goal: getting more local customers to find and call you.
Google Maps Listing
We set up and fine-tune your Google Business Profile, the listing that shows up on Google Maps, so you appear when people nearby search.
Local Citations
We list your business on up to 250 trusted online directories and fix any wrong or outdated listings.
Trusted Links
We earn mentions and links from other reputable websites, which act like votes of confidence for your business.
Fresh Content
We add helpful new content to your website that answers what your customers are searching for.
Search Word Tune-Ups
We make sure every page uses the exact words your customers type into Google.
Steady Progress
We keep track of where you show up and keep pushing you higher, month after month.
The Secret Weapon Most Businesses Never Use
Remember Google's third question, "Is it listed in the right places?" Local citations are the answer, and they're the part most businesses skip. A local citation is any place online that lists your business name, address and phone number. Think Yelp, Bing, Apple Maps, the Better Business Bureau, Yellow Pages, Nextdoor and many more. We can get your business listed on up to 250 of them.
Here's why that's a big deal: Google uses these listings to double-check your business. Every time Google finds your business listed the same way on a trusted website, it's like another person vouching for you.
Think of it like a job interview. If one person tells the hiring manager you're great, that's nice. If fifty trusted people all say the exact same great things about you, you get the job. Citations are those references, and Google is the hiring manager. Now imagine having up to 250 trusted websites all vouching for your business.
✕ When your listings don't match
- YelpBella's Bakery, 12 Oak St, (555) 010-1111
- FacebookBellas Bakery LLC, 12 Oak Street Suite B, (555) 010-2222
- Old directoryBella's Bakery & Cafe, 88 Pine Ave (old address), disconnected number
Google sees three different businesses and gets confused. A confused Google doesn't recommend you. Worse, customers call old numbers and drive to old addresses, and those jobs are lost.
✓ When every listing matches
- YelpBella's Bakery, 12 Oak St, (555) 010-1111
- FacebookBella's Bakery, 12 Oak St, (555) 010-1111
- Apple MapsBella's Bakery, 12 Oak St, (555) 010-1111
Google sees the same trusted information everywhere and gains confidence that you're real, local and reliable. That confidence helps push you higher, especially on Google Maps.
Why Local Citations Are So Powerful
Few things give a local business more lasting value for the effort.
Google Trusts You More
Matching listings across trusted websites prove you're a real, trustworthy business, whether you opened last month or years ago, one of the strongest signals for local rankings.
Climb Higher on Google Maps
The map results at the top of a "near me" search are where many local customers decide who to call. Citations are a big part of getting there.
Found in More Places
Customers don't only use Google. They check Yelp, Apple Maps, Bing and Nextdoor too. Every listing is another door to your business.
Every Call Reaches You
Old phone numbers and wrong addresses quietly send customers away. We find and fix them so every call reaches you.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Most small businesses never do this. Doing it right gives you an edge.
Value That Keeps Working
Once your listings are built, they keep working for you month after month, sending trust signals to Google and customers to your door.
Online directories where we can list your business
Including the biggest names below, plus local and industry-specific directories most businesses never even hear about.
- Google Business Profile
- Yelp
- Bing Places
- Apple Maps
- Better Business Bureau
- Yellow Pages
- Nextdoor
- Angi
- Foursquare
- MapQuest
- Manta
- Superpages
- Hotfrog
- Chamber of Commerce
- Industry directories
Plus directories made just for your industry, like ones for contractors, medical providers, restaurants, lawyers and more. Every listing is built with your exact business name, address and phone number, so Google sees the same trusted information everywhere.
Start Ranking in Months, Not Half a Year
Here's what all that monthly work adds up to. Many SEO companies ask you to wait 6 months or more before you see anything. Over 90% of our clients begin ranking within 60 to 90 days, and we check every client’s ranking each month.
Owners See the Difference on Google
Here is what business owners say after we helped them show up when customers search.
“Jason helped us improve our local online visibility through SEO services, and we've seen a noticeable difference in how our business shows up on Google. Having a professional website is one thing, but knowing someone is working to help customers find us is even better.”
“Before working on our online presence, we weren't getting the visibility on Google that we wanted. Jason helped us understand local SEO and why our website needed to be structured properly. We now have a much stronger foundation for attracting customers who are searching for roofing services.”
“Most of our customers search for services on their phones, so having a mobile-friendly website was essential. Jason and his team made sure our information was easy to read and navigate across different devices. They also helped us understand the importance of SEO for local searches.”
“Pro City Web Design understood that a professional website needs to do more than look good. We wanted our services organized clearly while also improving our search visibility. Jason and his team took both into consideration, and we appreciated their practical approach.”
“We initially reached out to Pro City Web Design for a website, but we also wanted to explore ways to improve our visibility online. Jason explained the value of SEO and helped us better understand how people find businesses through Google. It's helpful having one team that can assist with both web design and digital marketing.”
“Jason and his team helped us strengthen our online presence with a professionally designed website and an SEO strategy built around our business. We wanted to improve our visibility on Google, and we appreciated having a team that understood both the design and marketing sides of the project.”
Monthly SEO and Local Citations
One flat monthly rate. No contracts. Cancel anytime. Works with any website, ours or one you already have.
- Google Maps listing set up and improved
- Local citations on up to 250 online directories, built and kept accurate
- Trusted links, fresh content and search word tune-ups
- Steady progress, month after month
Only need local citations? Have me call you and I’ll put together a citations-only plan.
SEO Questions, Answered
I’m brand new. Is SEO still worth it?
Yes, and the earlier the better. A new business starts with no listings and no history on Google, so SEO sets up your Google Maps listing and directory listings from the start, instead of years later.
I've been in business for years. What will SEO change?
Even a well-known business can be hard to find online. SEO makes sure your listings match everywhere, your pages use the words customers search, and Google keeps getting fresh reasons to show you.
How long does SEO take to work?
Every business and every town is different, but most clients see movement within a few months, as the chart above shows. SEO keeps building over time, so the longer it runs, the stronger your results usually become.
What do I need to get started?
Just your business name, address and phone number, plus a quick call with me. I handle the rest, whether you already have a website or need one built.
Can you guarantee I’ll be #1 on Google?
No honest company can promise a specific spot, because Google makes the final decision. What we can promise is real work every month to keep you climbing.
Do I need a new website for SEO to work?
Not always. We can work with the website you have. But if your current site is outdated or hard to use on a phone, a new website or a redesign will help your SEO work much faster.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. There are no long contracts. You can cancel your monthly SEO whenever you like.
Ask Me. I’ll Tell You Honestly.
Plenty of owners aren’t sure whether SEO is right for them yet. Tell me about your business and I’ll give you a straight answer, even if the answer is “not yet.”
What I need from you
- Your business name and the towns you serve
- Your website address, if you have one
- Your Google Business Profile, if you have one (I can set it up if not)
Don’t have something yet? No problem. I’ll help, or provide it for you.
Questions About SEO?
Start your monthly SEO today, or call or text me with any questions.