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Reyecomops is a West Hollywood, California-based SEO company. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Video Production.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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Web design company PilotStar™ Media is based in Vancouver, Canada. Launched in 1999, the team provides Web Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Frisco, TX
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Small SEO services firm BlueMatrix Media, is located in Frisco, Texas. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Zapopan, Mexico
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Colateral Advanced Marketing is a small Zapopan, Mexico-based branding agency. The team specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Pune, India
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DigitizeBrand, a SEO services firm, is in Pune, India. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were established in 2011.
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SEO agency SEO Manitoba is headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Trendwise Consulting is a web design agency. They are in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Their team provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249HH@Kallang, Singapore
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Headquartered in Singapore, Singapore, Verz Design is a web design company. Established in 2009, the team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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Hawkeye Digital Creators, a Marketing Strategy company, was founded in 2019. They offers Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Aveiro, Portugal
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See all 1 projectsZnetGuru is a web design, SEO and digital marketing agency. We help companies consolidate their presence on the internet through the latest tools and technologies available in the market. We are
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See all 3 projectsOnePage Pro offers comprehensive services including website design, development, and Search Engine Optimization to enhance online visibility and website ranking. Clients value their effective communication, dynamic team, and timely delivery, noting significant improvements in search optimization and client influx post-implementation. Their services are praised for being cost-effective, aligning well with company values, and exceeding client expectations.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ipswich, England
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Uncuva Design Ltd, a SEO company, is headquartered in Ipswich, England. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gojra, Pakistan
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See all 1 projectsBriskbase Software House offers IT services, web designing, POS software, custom software, and digital marketing. Reviews indicate that the company provides professional service, delivers projects on time, and offers valuable guidance. Clients appreciate their alignment with budgetary constraints and commend the dedication and professionalism of their developers.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Bhopal, India
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TechnoGaze Solutions Pvt. Ltd., an Advertising company, was established in 2009. The team specializes in Advertising and Content Marketing and is in Bhopal, India and Raipur, India.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fairfax, VA
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Bleevit Interactive is a SEO services firm in Fairfax, Virginia. Established in 2011, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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Launched in 2014, B&FPS is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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Hidden Web Genius is a Mobile & App Marketing company located in Leicester, England and Ahmedabad, India. They provide Mobile & App Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in
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Web design agency LeadGen Digital Services was established in 2020. The team provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Athens, GA
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BoldSEO is a SEO agency. Founded in 2023, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy. The firm is in Athens, Georgia.
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Chicago Website Design SEO Company is a web design company launched in 2012. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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SEO Neurons is a Hisar, India-based SEO services firm and website development firm. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Web Development and were founded in 2024.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Launched in 1985, Benson Design, a small branding agency, is located in San Antonio, Texas. Their team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Schaumburg, IL
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Established in 1996, Proceed Innovative is a SEO company. The small team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Papaya Search, a SEO services firm, is located in Atlanta, Georgia. Launched in 2004, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Blue Cherry Online Marketing is a SEO services firm. The team is in Perth, Australia, and their services include Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Inbound Hype, a social media marketing company, was founded in 2015. The midsize team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Stockholm, Sweden
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Adsight AB is a SEO company located in Stockholm, Sweden and GÖTEBORG, Sweden. Established in 2015, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Affiliate Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bristol, England
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Tom Crowe Digital is a SEO company. The Bristol, England-based company specializes in Search Engine Optimization.
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SEO services firm Grove86 Group LLC was founded in 2015. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy and is located in Edgewater, New Jersey.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Istanbul, Türkiye
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Established in 2010, SEOLOG SEO Agency is a SEO agency. Located in Istanbul, Türkiye, the team provides Search Engine Optimization.
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Hall SEO Agency is a SEO services firm. In London, England, their small team offers Search Engine Optimization. The company was established in 2020.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lille, France
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Slashr , a small SEO company, is located in Lille, France. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization.
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Founded in 2023, Seo Webster is a SEO agency. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bhubaneswar, India
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SEO UNIFIED is a SEO services firm founded in 2020. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Development and is in Bhubaneswar, India.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Syracuse, NY
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Based in Syracuse, New York and Rochester, New York, The Digital Hyve is a pay per click agency. Their services include Pay Per Click and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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See all 2 projectsVestra Inet offers services in Search Engine Optimization and web development, focusing on enhancing online visibility and website ranking. The reviews highlight the company's professionalism, efficient project management, and alignment with client values. Clients appreciate Vestra Inet's ability to address requirements promptly and maintain effective communication throughout the project.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Charlotte, NC
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Digital Strategy company Practis was established in 1998. In Charlotte, North Carolina, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Siliguri, India
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Lets Set You Up is a social media marketing agency. Established in 2014, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. The firm is in Siliguri, India.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Columbus, OH
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Social media marketing company FYVE Marketing was launched in 2019. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Almelo, Netherlands
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Digital Marketing by EuroDev is a Digital Strategy company launched in 1996. The firm focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerSwadlincote, England
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Small SEO company Paul Gordon SEO, is headquartered in Swadlincote, England. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization.
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Freelancer Tamal is a SEO services firm based in Rangpur, Bangladesh. Launched in 2019, the team offers Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Davie, FL
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Blue Rhino Agency is a web design company launched in 2021. The team provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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IDesign Digital Marketing Solutions For Your Business is a SEO company. They are headquartered in Mumbai, India. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Viranks is a SEO agency. Their team is based in. The firm specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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See all 1 projectsBlind Pig Media is a marketing agency that claims to offer 360-degree marketing services, including managing Facebook ads. However, the feedback highlights serious concerns, as 100% of reviewers report negative experiences, referencing ineffective campaigns and unmet promises. Reviewers frequently mention unprofessionalism and issues with refunds, indicating a lack of reliability and customer satisfaction.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Digi-Ed Ltd is a branding firm. Established in 2018, the firm specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsBacklinker.agency is a link-building and SEO company that provides high-quality backlinks through a curated network of global publishers. The agency specializes in outreach, digital PR, Reddit
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JakBiz is a SEO agency. The small Ahmedabad, India-based team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. The firm was launched in 2011.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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Established in 2010, Tanner Grey is a SEO company. The small team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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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+$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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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.
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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
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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.
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- 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?
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- 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.