Ken Collins Marketing
Local SEO
Search Engine Optimization
Local SEO services are often overlooked by small business owners. You don’t understand the concepts and opt for more “sexy” avenues like social media. While social media is great, Google still rules the Internet . . . and the people who are searching right now expect to find what they’re looking for right now. Will they find you? Search traffic is your most powerful marketing tool of any kind – let’s make sure you get found in search results!
87% of people who search for a local business call or go to that type of business within 24 hours.
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Before you Get Started . . . we need to talk. We take this service very seriously and want every one of our clients to get the best results possible. For that reason, we don’t work with competitors in the same market. To ensure we’re not already working with your local competition, you need to schedule a consultation with Ken. This will be a quick and easy call to determine if we can work with you or not. If Ken determines that we can work with you, we’ll turn away your competition and ONLY work with YOU in your local market. Just click the button below.
Choose The Tier That Fits You Best
Tier 1 Local SEO GMB + Website
Designed for local businesses that want more calls, more direction requests, and more “near me” visibility – WITHOUT paying for ads.
What this package does:
- Improves your visibility in the Google Map Pack (Google Business Profile rankings)
- Strengthens your website so Google connects it to your local search terms
- Targets people who are already searching for what you do in your area
If your business depends on local customers, you need to show up where they’re searching – Google Maps and the local results.
Google Business Profile (GMB) Optimization
- Keyword-focused improvements to your listing so you show up for the right searches
- Category & service alignment (so Google understands exactly what you offer)
- Service content optimization to match real customer search intent
- Photo strategy & additions (because listings with strong visuals convert better)
- Local citation building (business listings that increase trust and consistency)
Website SEO Support (Local + On-Page)
- Optimization for key pages so Google can rank them locally
- Title & meta improvements to boost click-through rate in search results
- Internal link structuring so authority flows through the site correctly
- Basic structure improvements that support Local SEO performance
Content + Authority (Lightweight, but Consistent)
- 1 SEO article per month (to expand relevance & local authority)
- Extra off-site content placement (to help build trust signals)
Keyword Targeting (Local Intent)
- Targets searches like:
- “[service} in [city]”
- “best [service] near me”
- “[service] [county]”
- “[service] open now”
- You’ll get a defined keyword plan so you’re not “guessing” what matters
Best Fit For
- Service businesses (contractors, trades, legal, wellness, home services, etc.)
- Retail businesses with one physical location
- Newer businesses that need local traction quickly
- Established businesses losing ground to competitors in Google Maps
What Your Can Expect (Realistic Outcome)
- Ranking improvement in Google Maps results over time
- Better local visibility for your targeted keywords
- More calls and direction requests as your map placement improves
- Stronger website relevancy so Google trusts your business more
(Local SEO is momentum-based – results build as Google reindexes and re-evaluates trust signals.)
Tier 2 Local SEO GMB + Website
Designed for local businesses that want to climb faster in Google Maps and start winning more of the organic local results – without needing a massive SEO retainer.
What this package does:
- Improves your visibility in the Google Map Pack (Google Business Profile rankings)
- Strengthens your website’s on-page SEO so you rank for more local searches
- Builds more authority signals so Google trusts you more than weaker competitors
- Targets buyers actively searching for what you do in your service area
- Helps your business show up in both the Map Pack and Local SERP listings
If your competitors are showing up above you consistently, Tier 2 is what starts closing the gap.
Google Business Profile (GMB) Optimization
- Keyword-focused improvements to your listing so you show up for the right searches
- Category & service alignment (so Google understands exactly what you offer)
- Service content optimization to match real customer search intent
- Photo strategy & additions (because listings with strong visuals convert better)
- Local citation building (business listings that increase trust and consistency)
Website SEO Support (Local + On-Page)
- Optimization for key pages so Google can rank them locally
- Title & meta improvements to boost click-through rate in search results
- Internal link structuring so authority flows through the site correctly
- More on-page improvements each month (not just the basics in Tier 1)
- Cleaner page structure so Google and customers both understand your site faster
Content + Authority (More Consistent Growth)
- 2 SEO articles per month (to expand relevance & ranking opportunities)
- Extra off-site content placement for stronger trust signals
- More consistent authority-building to improve long-term stability
- Better coverage for multiple services (not just your top 1-2)
Keyword Targeting (Local Intent)
- Targets searches like:
- “[service} in [city]”
- “best [service] near me”
- “[service] [county]”
- “[service] open now”
- “[service] reviews”
- “[service] cost”
- You’ll get a defined keyword plan so your SEO is structured – not random.
Best Fit For
- Service businesses in competitive markets (trades, legal, medical, home services, etc.)
- Businesses trying to rank for more than one core service
- Companies that want both Google Maps visibility + organic results
- Businesses that have “some” SEO traction, but stalled out
- Owners who want results faster without jumping into an expensive SEO bailout
What Your Can Expect (Realistic Outcome)
- Faster ranking improvement in Google Maps results over time
- Better local visibility across more keywords, not just one main term
- More calls, website clicks, and direction requests as placement improves
- Stronger website relevancy so Google sees you as a real local authority
- A Foundation that makes Tier 3 performance easier and more affordable later
(Local SEO is momentum-based – Tier 2 builds momentum faster because you’re putting more structured pressure on ranking each month.)
Tier 3 Local SEO GMB + Website
Designed for local businesses that want to dominate Google Maps and outrank competitors in the local organic results – by building consistent content, stronger on-page SEO, and heavier trust signals over time.
What this package does:
- Pushes your Google Business Profile toward top Map Pack placement for high-value local searches
- Expands your website’s ranking footprint so you show up for more services + more intent-based searches
- Builds stronger authority signals than most local competitors are willing to invest in
- Helps you win both the Google Map Pack and the Local Organic SERP consistently
- Creates momentum that compounds month over month instead of stalling out
If you’re in a competitive market and you want to own your local area, Tier 3 is where that happens.
Google Business Profile (GMB) Optimization
- continuous keyword-focused tuning so you rise in Map Pack rankings
- Category & service alignment improvements as search behavior shifts
- Service content optimization to match what customers actually search for
- Photo strategy, additions, and refresh cycles to improve engagement
- Local citation building + cleanup to strengthen trust + consistency
Website SEO Support (Local + On-Page)
- More key pages optimized to target multiple services and locations
- Title & meta improvements written for both ranking and click-through
- Internal link structuring so your best pages gain authority faster
- Stronger page structure improvements to boost relevance and clarity
- Faster correction of issues that slow rankings (thin pages, duplication, weak targeting)
Content + Authority (Heavy, but Clean and Strategic)
- 4 SEO articles per month to expand topical authority and ranking opportunities
- Off-site content placement to create consistent trust signals
- Guest blog support and promotion to strengthen authority faster
- More coverage across service pages, supporting topics, and buyer intent content
Keyword Targeting (Local Intent + Buyer Intent)
- Targets searches like:
- “[service} in [city]”
- “best [service] near me”
- “[service] [county]”
- “[service] open now”
- “[service] pricing”
- “[service] reviews”
- “emergency [service] near me”
- “service] company in [city]”
- You’ll get a defined keyword plan so your growth stays targeted, trackable, and intentional.
Best Fit For
- Competitive service businesses (law, roofing, HVAC, medical, plumbing, electrical, etc.)
- Businesses that need to rank for 10+ keywords consistently
- Companies that want aggressive growth without relying on paid ads
- Businesses expanding into more services or neighboring cities
- Owners who want long-term dominance – not short-term improvement
What Your Can Expect (Realistic Outcome)
- Stronger, faster upward movement in Google Maps rankings over time
- More visibility for a wider range of high-intent keywords
- Higher lead volume from local search (calls, forms, direction requests)
- Improved authority signals that reduce ranking volatility
- A durable local SEO foundation that keeps paying off month after month
(Local SEO is momentum-based – Tier 3 builds the most momentum because it increases both on-site relevance and off-site trust signals aggressively and consistently.)
Google Business Profile (GMB) SEO
Your Google Business Profile (GMB) is one of the fastest ways to start generating local leads – especially for “near me” searches. The packages above include these services, but if you need to only focus on GMB, these packages (below) are for you. These GMB packages are built to improve your visibility in Google Maps by optimizing your listing for the right local keywords, strengthening your service content, and building trust signals that help you rank higher over time.
GMB SEO Starter
Perfect for local businesses that want to show up more often in Google Maps without paying for ads. This package improves your Google Business Profile visibility for your most important services in your local area.
Includes:
- Targets up to 5 localized keywords
- Category + service optimization (so Google understands what you do)
- Service content improvements based on real search intent
- Photo additions to improve trust and engagement
- Local citation building to strengthen consistency and ranking signals
Best for businesses that want more calls and “near me” visibility – fast.
GMB SEO Growth
This is the stronger GMB-only package for businesses that want more keyword coverage, better map placement, and stronger momentum against local competitors – without touching the website yet.
Includes:
- Targets up to 10 localized keywords
- Stronger category + service optimization for broader visibility
- Expanded service content optimization for higher relevance
- Ongoing photo strategy + additions for better conversion
- Local citation building to boost trust and authority signals
Ideal for competitive markets where ranking for one service isn’t enough.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Local SEO take to work?
Local SEO is momentum-based. Some businesses see movement in the first 30–60 days, but most meaningful improvement happens over 60–120 days as Google reindexes your listing, re-evaluates trust signals, and adjusts rankings over time. Competitive markets can take longer – especially if competitors have been investing for years.
Do you guarantee #1 rankings in Google Maps?
No. Anyone guaranteeing rankings is either guessing or doing risky work that can burn your profile long-term. Google doesn’t publish a ranking formula, rankings fluctuate constantly, and your competitors don’t sit still. What we do guarantee is consistent, best-practice optimization and real monthly progress work – not empty promises.
What’s the difference between GMB SEO and Local SEO (GMB + Website)?
GMB SEO focuses only on improving your Google Business Profile rankings in the Map Pack.
Local SEO (GMB + Website) adds on-page website optimization and content support so your business can rank in both Google Maps and the local organic search results.
If you want “Maps only,” start with GMB SEO.
If you want Maps + website traffic + stronger long-term results, Tier 1–3 is the better play.
Do you do backlinks?
Not in the “cheap backlink package” way – because that’s how rankings get nuked.
Instead, we focus on the authority signals that move the needle for local businesses: clean citations, local relevance, strong service content, and trustworthy content placement. If you want real backlinks, the best ones come from community relationships and genuine local mentions – not spam.
Do I need a website for the GMB SEO packages?
No. The GMB SEO Starter and GMB SEO Growth packages can be done without a website (as long as you have access to your Google Business Profile).
That said, if you do have a website, your results usually improve faster – because Google has more proof, more content, and more local relevance to work with.
Will you post on my Google business Profile every week?
Not as random “posting for posting’s sake.”
We focus on improvements that impact rankings and conversion – categories, services, content relevance, photos, and trust signals. If consistent GBP posting is needed for your niche, we can build that into your plan.
What do you need from me to get started?
To start with (there may be others depending on your service and situation):
- Access to your Google Business Profile
- Your service list + service area
- Your primary business info (NAP, hours, etc.)
- Website login (for Tier 1–3 only)
- Any cities you want to prioritize
After that, we handle the execution.
Do you provide reports?
Yes – monthly reporting.
Weekly reporting is mostly noise because SEO doesn’t move in a straight line. Monthly reporting gives a clearer picture of ranking movement, listing visibility, and what work was completed.
Is this month-to-month or a contract?
It’s month-to-month (except yearly plans) with a simple terms of service agreement.
We keep it straightforward – the only real requirement is a 30-day cancellation notice, because Local SEO work is planned and executed in monthly cycles.
Can you work with businesses that have multiple locations?
Yes. Your pricing is built around per-location coverage.
Multi-location SEO works best when each location has its own properly optimized profile and local landing page strategy (especially at Tier 2 and Tier 3).
Contact Ken for additional pricing options per extra location.
