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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Jacksonville, FL
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Exalt Marketing LLC is a Marketing Strategy company. They are headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, and their services include Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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Bestsoftus Technologies Limited is a SEO company. Their small team is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh and Brooklyn, New York. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and UX/UI Design.
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Kolorowey Media is a small Ecommerce Marketing company founded in 2023. Their team provides Ecommerce Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Evoxty - Digital Marketing Agency is a branding company. The team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chandigarh, India
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Digify Consultant Pvt. Ltd. Is a website development company. The Chandigarh, India-based team focuses on Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Faisalabad, Pakistan
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D Explore X is a website development company. Located in Faisalabad, Pakistan and Faisalabad, Pakistan, the team offers Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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Codes Page is a social media marketing agency. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Web Development and are headquartered in Gujranwala, Pakistan.
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CODINGBRACKETS, a web design company, is based in Lucknow, India. Established in 2013, the team provides Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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99Seo Solution World Pvt Ltd is a New Delhi, India-based Content Marketing company. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Top Digital Experts is a Lahore, Pakistan-based social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Taskin Habib, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2022. The small team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Delta, Canada
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Headquartered in Delta, Canada, Shopprone Technologies Inc is a small e-commerce development company. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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In Tampa, Florida and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Enginecy is a small web design agency. The team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Softsales Consulting LLP is a branding agency. They are based in Ahmedabad, India and have small team. They focus on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Established in 2013, The Marketing Empire is a small Advertising company. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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Node8 Innovations is an UX design agency. They specialize in UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development and were launched in 2024. The agency is headquartered in Bengaluru, India.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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Techshineup, a web design agency, is in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India. They offer Web Design and Web Development and were founded in 2025.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerTaos, NM
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Based in Taos, New Mexico, DH Solutions is a web design company. They offer Web Design and Business Consulting and were established in 2020.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9San José, Costa Rica
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Ideas para la Web is a PPC company. They are headquartered in San José, Costa Rica, and their services include Pay Per Click and Content Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsModus Operandi provides services in business setup, marketing strategies, and unique branding, tailored to support new businesses. The feedback highlights their timely delivery, effective communication, and comprehensive knowledge in business development, leading to a successful client acquisition for Modern Maid. Clients appreciate their cultural alignment and professionalism, with no areas identified for improvement.
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$5,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerDhaka, Bangladesh
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Shihab Shovon, a small social media marketing firm, is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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RGB Designers is a branding company. In Chennai, India, the team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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John Eric Ecom is a SEO services firm. Established in 2024, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerToronto, Canada
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Romain Marketing is a Content Marketing company. They are headquartered in Toronto, Canada and have small team. They offer Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerApopka, FL
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BACE Digital LLC is a Digital Strategy company. Located in Apopka, Florida, their small team provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization. The agency was launched in 2019.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9McLean, VA
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See all 4 projectsSEO Seagull is an SEO agency specializing in enhancing digital visibility through organic search optimization and SERP optimization. The agency consistently receives positive feedback, with 100% of reviews highlighting its flexible project management, industry understanding, and excellent value for cost. Clients frequently praise SEO Seagull's tailored approach to boosting website ranking and online visibility.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Vaughan, Canada
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See all 3 projectsLocal Seo 101 is an SEO agency specializing in Organic Search Optimization and Search Engine Marketing, offering services such as backlinking and content creation. The company is highly praised for its timely delivery and effective communication, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism and impact on digital visibility enhancement. Clients value their strategic understanding and on-time execution without any notable areas for improvement.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Leeds, England
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Everon SEO is a website development company launched in 1998. The team focuses on Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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Web Method is a London, England-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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Purple Smudge is a SEO company. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Advertising and are located in Hove, England.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Omaha, NE
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WebHornet is a Content Marketing company. They offer Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and are based in Omaha, Nebraska.
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ILN Enterprises, Inc. Is a San Leandro, California-based Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mermaid, Canada
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Founded in 2002, Solutions is an Advertising company. The small team focuses on Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greenfield, Canada
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Arina Winkelman is a web design company founded in 2007. The team specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization and is in Greenfield, Canada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Long Point, Canada
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Delorey Island Enterprises Ltd., a branding firm, was launched in 1998. The team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design and is headquartered in Long Point, Canada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ankeny, IA
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Established in 2007, Tiller Productions is a small Ankeny, Iowa-based pay per click agency. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monroe, WA
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Graphic design agency Web Designs by LAO was established in 2008. The firm focuses on Graphic Design and IT managed services, and is small.
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AE Digital, LLC is an Advertising company. They are in Burlington, Vermont and have small team. Their services include Advertising and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, OR
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32 degrees digital is a small Email Marketing company launched in 2013. Their team provides Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fitzroy, Australia
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Fat Digital Marketing is a SEO services firm. Established in 2014, the firm is located in Fitzroy, Australia. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tampa, FL
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VisionOne Marketing Agency is an Email Marketing company established in 2014. The small team specializes in Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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KazCM, a branding agency, was launched in 2013. The team focuses on Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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Launched in 2011, Rev Marketing 2 U is a small Virginia Beach, Virginia-based Email Marketing company. Their team focuses on Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frankston, Australia
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Redmond Digital Marketing is a Digital Strategy and SEO services firm. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and are located in Frankston, Australia.
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Small e-commerce development company Synergy Marketing Solutions, is in Grand Rapids, Michigan and Chicago, Illinois. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Mobile & App Marketing.
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AdWave Inc. (formerly Soaring Venture Corp.) is a branding firm. The team provides Branding and Mobile App Development and is located in Vaughan, Canada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Founded in 2015, Thea World Inc is a small Toronto, Canada-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Currambine, Australia
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Sybex Digital Marketing is a small Currambine, Australia-based SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clackamas, OR
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Launched in 2010, Assegai Media is a small Clackamas, Oregon-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Edmonds, WA
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Kaufer DMC, a Content Marketing company, specialize in Content Marketing and Graphic Design. They were founded in 2005.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
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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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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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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$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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$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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Carrollton, GA
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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.