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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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Customer Magnetism, a social media marketing agency, was founded in 2000. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Marketing Access Pass is a social media marketing company. Founded in 2013, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The company is located in Chandler, Arizona.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Huddinge, Sweden
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Branding firm mexseo is based in Huddinge, Sweden and Huddinge, Sweden. They focus on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Omaha, NE
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Small SEO services firm Websnoogie, LLC, is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Butler, PA
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See all 1 projectsWanax Soft LLC specializes in designing and developing visually appealing e-commerce websites, particularly on the Shopify platform, as evidenced by their work with a lingerie e-commerce store. Their reviews highlight timely project delivery, cooperative management, and exceptional guidance on budgeting and technical matters, with no noted areas for improvement, reflecting a high level of client satisfaction.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bella Vista, Australia
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See all 1 projectsDigitalzoop specializes in SEO, web design, payment integration, and social media marketing, providing customized web solutions that enhance online visibility. The overall feedback indicates that their professional team is adaptable, flexible, and committed to timelines, resulting in significant progress in student enrollment and outreach to remote learners.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsKzy digital provides intelligent and cost-effective digital marketing solutions in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Las Condes, Chile
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See all 1 projectsSeonet Digital es una agencia de marketing digital en Chile especializada en hacer crecer marcas con estrategias integrales orientadas a resultados. Combina datos, creatividad y tecnología para
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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See all 1 projectsMonsters Web SEO Company offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including SEO, website development, and logo design. Their reviews highlight impressive results in website ranking and online visibility, with significant keyword ranking improvements and increased website traffic. Clients commend their effective project management and expertise, though there is room for enhanced focus on Hindi SEO strategies.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsUniwebsol provides Search Engine Optimization services, helping clients improve their website rankings and online visibility. Reviews highlight their ability to achieve significant results, such as ranking above large competitors and increasing sales by over 500%. Clients appreciate their effective project management and timely communication.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Laguna Hills, CA
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BMG Marketing is a Content Marketing company. They are located in Laguna Hills, California, and their services include Content Marketing and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Tallinn, Estonia
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Hunt.media is a SEO agency. The team is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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Launched in 2022, Giant Marketers Inc is a small SEO services firm headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Kasur, Pakistan
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SEO hyperion is a small SEO agency based in Kasur, Pakistan. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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SEO agency Empower Digital is in Toronto, Canada. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Digital Shailesh, a SEO company, was established in 2023. The firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 2014, Wowww Agency is a small SEO company. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Appy Technologies is a SEO agency. Located in New York, New York, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49ঢাকা, Bangladesh
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AQube Digital is a small SEO company. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2021.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Bedrock SEO, a SEO agency, was established in 2023. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Writing Services, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 2023, DESIGN SPHERE SOLUTIONS is a web design company. The team focuses on Web Design and Web Development and is headquartered in PANABO, Philippines.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Headquartered in Danbury, Connecticut, Outreachmonkeys is a SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Ramon, CA
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SEO services firm MJ Dispensary Marketing is based in San Ramon, California. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Fried Rice is a small SEO company located in Kowloon, Hong Kong. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Retford, England
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PRY Digital is a social media marketing agency. They were founded in 2022 and provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Three Sixtys is a social media marketing company. Established in 2023, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Ace Digital Marketing Agency is a SEO services firm. Established in 2014, the firm is based in Maadi, Egypt. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Video Production.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Lucknow, India
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Established in 2023, Dezlab Technologies is a SEO services firm. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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Caton Creation Studio is a SEO agency. Established in 2024, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. The firm is based in Bengaluru, India.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Thane, India
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G-Social Connect is a social media marketing firm. The Thane, India-based agency was founded in 2000. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Founded in 2024, Omega Function, a small SEO agency, is based in Dallas, Texas. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Pune, India
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Launched in 2022, Vishvam Media Solutions is a small branding firm. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Social media marketing company Linkify Seo was launched in 2020. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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WEBZDEM Limited is a small SEO agency in Muscat, Oman and Lahore, Pakistan. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Faisalabad, Pakistan
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Sol Tekkers is a SEO company. The team is based in Faisalabad, Pakistan, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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LangSync is an AI Consulting company. Established in 2025, the company is headquartered in London, England. Their team specializes in AI Consulting and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Dailys Labs is a SEO services firm. Founded in 2024, the firm is located in Jember, Indonesia. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Khuni Majra, India
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Nextgen SEO is a SEO company founded in 2023. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising and is based in Khuni Majra, India.
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ClickBold Media, a SEO services firm, is in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nellore, India
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NTQS Digital is a social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and is headquartered in Nellore, India and Hainesport, New Jersey.
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Web Workshop is a web design agency. The team is located in Ottawa, Canada, and their services include Web Design and Logo.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Pay2Web Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Is a midsize custom software development company headquartered in Noida, India. The team offers Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerEast Kilbride, Scotland
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Hammur IT Services, a web design company, offers Web Design and IT strategy consulting. The firm is in East Kilbride, Scotland.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerWinnipeg, Canada
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SEO company The SEO Hive is based in Winnipeg, Canada. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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Launched in 2022, Digital Arkitechs is a web design company. The team focuses on Web Design and UX/UI Design and is in Kitchener, Canada.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Easton, MA
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Whirlwind Media is a small Easton, Massachusetts-based Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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InsilicoSoft is a CRM consulting and SI company located in Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine. Founded in 2016, the team offers CRM consulting and SI and Web Development.
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Seo Services in Texas is a social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were founded in 2023. The company is in taxas, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Barcelona, Spain
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Grupo Lavinia, a social media marketing company, was established in 1994. The firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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See all 2 projectsSharkmatic offers comprehensive services in SEO, Website Development, and Social Media Marketing. Reviewers consistently highlight Sharkmatic's dedication to client success, prompt communication, and effective project management. Feedback underscores the company's ability to enhance online visibility and website ranking, making Sharkmatic a valued partner in digital marketing initiatives.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Sacramento, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Colorado Springs, CO
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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34.7/40.018/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$50,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Arlington, TX
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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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39.4/40.019.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, 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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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Irving, TX
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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.