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Webiephilic is a SEO company launched in 2022. The small team offers Search Engine Optimization and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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ShoutHaus is a SEO company. Located in San Francisco, California, the company was founded in 2018. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999West Chicago, IL
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SEO company Ranknality was launched in 2011. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing, and is midsize.
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Headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada, Spacebar Collective is a SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 1 projectsSEO Signup - #1 SEO Services, Agency & Company for All Business offers comprehensive SEO services focusing on product sales, organic traffic, and brand building. Clients consistently highlight the company's ability to deliver significant improvements in website ranking and online visibility, along with providing high-value, cost-effective solutions and timely reporting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Mechanicsburg, PA
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See all 1 projectsJumpto1 specializes in Search Engine Optimization and offers services aimed at enhancing online visibility and website ranking. The reviews highlight their exceptional project management, professional communication, and ability to deliver on time. Clients appreciate their cost-effective solutions, expertise, and the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Alpharetta, GA
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Dizere is a SEO agency. Founded in 2020, the agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Freelancers HUB, Canada is a SEO services firm. Their small team is based in London, Canada and offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Development. The agency was established in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9McKinney, TX
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Dellos Marketing is a McKinney, Texas-based SEO agency. Established in 2018, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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The Search Ninjas, LLC is a SEO company launched in 2012. The agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design, and is small.
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Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Major Scale Agency is a SEO agency. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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Flipswitch Creative is a web design company. They are headquartered in Sarasota, Florida and have large team. Their services include Web Design and Marketing Strategy.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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Dallas SEO Pros, a SEO agency, is based in Dallas, Texas. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Boost Your Bizz is a midsize social media marketing firm. Launched in 2022, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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RAJA SEO is a Jakarta, Indonesia-based SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Public Relations.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Wyong, Australia
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Advertising company LBD Marketing is in Wyong, Australia. They offer Advertising and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2012.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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Emblix Solutions is a SEO services firm. The team is headquartered in Hyderabad, India, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9București, Romania
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Oblyo Digital Agency SRL is a PPC company and SEO company. Founded in 2015, the team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. The agency is in București, Romania.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Paoli, PA
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Trinity, a Conversion Optimization company, focus on Conversion Optimization and E-Commerce Development. They were established in 2006.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Shah Alam, Malaysia
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Yoda Ebusiness Enterprise is a web design agency. The Shah Alam, Malaysia-based agency was founded in 2016. Their team specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9New Orleans, LA
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Launched in 2010, SixEstate is a SEO agency. The firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Minato City, Japan
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Faber Company Inc., a SEO agency, provide Search Engine Optimization and UX/UI Design. They were established in 2005.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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Established in 2017, Shobi Solutions is a social media marketing company. The agency focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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SEO Services Company is a SEO company. The firm is located in Jaipur, India. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Nottingham, England
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Atomicboost is a SEO services firm. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 1998.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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VItechnocrats, a SEO company, is based in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Austin, TX
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16o9 Digital Marketing Company is a SEO services firm. The Austin, Texas-based company focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Manhattan, KS
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Digital Markeeting, a SEO company, is headquartered in Manhattan, Kansas. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2021.
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Een Pot Creatief is a branding agency launched in 2008. The small team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Established in 1999, Lythos Studios is a Marketing Strategy company. The small team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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See all 1 projectsLogo Orb offers services including logo design, stationery design and delivery, website design and hosting, and social media SEO services. The overall feedback from their reviews indicates severe dissatisfaction, highlighting unfulfilled deliverables, poor communication, and unresolved refund issues, leading to significant frustration and financial loss for the clients.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Berkeley Township, NJ
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Conduit Digital is a small SEO company. Established in 2013, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Inspire Clicks is a SEO services firm based in New Delhi, India. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing and were established in 2018.
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Aarry Limited is a SEO company. The agency is headquartered in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Ecommerce Marketing.
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See all 2 projectsWebace specializes in SEO and Search Engine Marketing, focusing on enhancing website optimization, online visibility, and website ranking. The reviews highlight their effective project management, timely delivery, and impressive communication skills. Clients appreciate their ability to improve customer experience and traffic, thereby increasing ROI and sales conversion rates.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Abu Dhabi SEO Co. Is a SEO agency. The Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates-based team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Louisville, KY
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Louisville SEO Geek is a SEO company located in Louisville, Kentucky. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brugge, Belgium
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WiSEO - SEO agency is a SEO services firm. They were launched in 2017, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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7thClub - White Label SEO Agency is a small Rawalpindi, Pakistan-based SEO company. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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SEM Thrive is an Advertising company. The company is based in Hyderabad, India. Their services include Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 1 projectsWebAllWays offers comprehensive digital marketing services, specializing in SEO, link building, and social media optimization. The overall feedback highlights their exceptional project management, timely delivery, and high-quality results that exceed expectations, making them a preferred partner for enhancing online visibility and website ranking. Their commitment to client satisfaction and customizable pricing further underscores their reliability and effectiveness in the field of search engine marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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Think Designs, LLC is a web design company. The team is based in Raleigh, North Carolina and Raleigh, North Carolina, and their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Umhlanga, South Africa
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SEO LAB is a small SEO company based in Umhlanga, South Africa. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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Established in 2022, Presence Online Pro is a small California-based SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Connect Modern is a SEO agency founded in 2020. The agency specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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Plaid Agency, a SEO agency, was launched in 2010. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Quezon City, Philippines
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ArmaSEO is a SEO agency. Based in Quezon City, Philippines, their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization.
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Blackbird SEO is a small SEO agency in Brooklyn, New York and Auckland, New Zealand. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Launched in 2022, Brooks Media Cypress Digital Marketing + SEO, a small SEO agency, is in Houston, Texas. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9București, Romania
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Digital Metrics is a SEO services firm. Based in București, Romania, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$50,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Las Vegas, NV
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Mooloolaba, Australia
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Greenwood, IN
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49La Mirada, CA
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Looking for a local SEO firm but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring a local SEO firm, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch evaluates firms that help businesses boost visibility in local search results twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The highest-rated local SEO agencies for Fall 2025 include:
Freelancers can be cost-effective for single-location businesses needing basic citation work. Agencies provide multidisciplinary teams—strategists, content writers, link builders—ideal for competitive markets or multi-location chains. Agencies also offer redundant resources, so your campaign doesn’t stall if one person gets busy or sick.
Keeping a close eye on key performance indicators (KPIs) is crucial for gauging the effectiveness of a local SEO providers’ services. Here are some of the common metrics for your reference:
- Increase in map pack impressions and clicks
- Growth in tracked phone calls and form fills
- Year-over-year foot traffic or sales comparisons
- Direction requests and call-tracking numbers
Advanced agencies integrate CRM data to tie revenue directly to local SEO efforts. A good partner will guide you when evaluating these metrics, maximizing real-time data to continuously improve their work.
Choosing the ideal local SEO provider requires in-depth knowledge on your project and the right criteria to assess to ensure alignment. Start by narrowing options to agencies with proven wins in your city or industry, then follow these steps:
- Read third-party reviews that mention ranking improvements and ROI.
- Ask for case studies that mirror your goals (e.g., calls, visits, bookings).
- Verify reporting cadence and tool stack—weekly call? Google Looker Studio report?
- Confirm they follow Google’s spam-free, guideline-compliant tactics.
- Gauge cultural fit (i.e., communication style, responsiveness, and strategic approach).
Selecting a firm that fits your budget and business model is just as important as their track record so make sure you carefully evaluate their capabilities.
A local SEO company improves your visibility in location-based search results—think Google Maps, local packs, and “service + near me” queries. Their job is to position your website as a leader in your space so that search engines show your business to nearby customers searching relevant keywords. Their typical tasks include optimizing your Google Business Profile, building citations, managing reviews, and earning locally relevant backlinks. Essentially, they translate traditional SEO tactics into hyper-local strategies that drive calls, foot traffic, and bookings.
- Have you ranked businesses in my city or niche before?
- Which KPIs—calls, directions, conversions—will you track and report on?
- How do you acquire reviews ethically?
- What citation and link building processes do you follow?
- How will you communicate progress, and how often?
- Can I speak with a recent client for a reference?
Many firms offer full-service local SEO, while others specialize in one or two areas. Here are some of the core services clients can expect:
- Google Business Profile setup and optimization
- NAP (Name, Address, Phone) citation building & cleanup
- Local keyword research and on-page optimization
- Location-specific landing pages
- Review acquisition and reputation management
- Local link building and digital PR
- Technical SEO for mobile speed and crawlability
Some agencies bundle these into ongoing “local SEO services” packages, while others offer à-la-carte engagements.
Clutch data shows most local SEO projects fall between $1,000 and $5,000 per month, but budgets can range from $500 for a single-location citation audit to over $15,000 for multi-location enterprises. Multiple factors influence the cost of local SEO services including:
- Number of locations
- Competitiveness of your market
- Scope of deliverables (one-time vs. ongoing)
- Agency reputation and seniority
To avoid misunderstanding or overspending, always request a transparent breakdown of hours, milestones, and expected KPIs before signing any partnership with prospective partners.
Ignoring red flags when selecting and partnering with local SEO companies can do more harm to your search engine performance than good. Beware of these warning signs so ensure optimal results for your investment:
- “Guaranteed #1 rankings” promises
- Black-hat tactics like fake reviews or keyword stuffing
- Opaque pricing or refusal to share deliverables
- No evidence of past local wins (maps screenshots, traffic lifts, etc.)
- One-size-fits-all packages with no discovery phase
If an agency checks any of those signs or can’t explain how their strategy complies with Google’s guidelines, keep looking because they might not be the team for you.