Get Your Google Business Profile Set Up Right
When someone searches for your service in your area, your Google listing is often the first thing they see. If it's missing, incomplete, or set up wrong — you're losing calls every week.
Most Contractor GBP (Google) Listings Are Hurting Them
Your Google Business Profile is one of the most powerful tools you have for getting local calls — and most contractors either haven't claimed it, set it up wrong, or haven't touched it in years.
Here's what that looks like in practice:
- Your business doesn't show up when customers search for your service nearby
- A competitor with a worse reputation is showing up above you because their listing is set up better
- Customers click on your listing and find missing hours, no photos, and no real description of what you do
- You have no reviews showing, so customers move on to someone who does
A properly set up GBP listing doesn't just help customers find you — it builds immediate trust before they ever visit your website.
What's Included in the Setup
We handle everything from start to finish. Here's what a proper GBP setup includes:
- Claim and verify your listing if it hasn't been done
- Select the right primary and secondary business categories
- Write a clear, keyword-aware business description
- Set up your service area correctly
- Add your full list of services
- Set accurate business hours
- Upload professional photos (or guide you on what to submit)
- Ensure your name, address, and phone number are consistent
This is a one-time setup. Done right from the start, it gives your listing a strong foundation to build on.
Why Your GBP Listing Is Worth Getting Right
It's where local customers look first. When someone searches "fence company near me" or "attic insulation [city]," Google shows a map pack of local businesses before anything else. A well-optimized listing puts you in that pack.
It builds trust before they call. Customers look at your photos, read your description, and check your reviews before they ever pick up the phone. A complete listing tells them you're legitimate.
It's free visibility. Unlike ads, your GBP listing works around the clock without ongoing spend. Getting it set up right is one of the highest-return things a contractor can do.
It supports your website. Your website and GBP listing work together. When both are set up correctly, they reinforce each other in local search.
Google Business Profile Setup — $500
One-time flat fee. No monthly retainer.
Includes everything listed above — claim, verify, optimize, and structure your listing so it's working from day one.
FAQs
GBP Setup Questions
Do I need a website first?
No. GBP setup is available as a standalone service. That said, having both a website and an optimized listing working together gives you the strongest local presence.
What if my listing is already claimed?
We can still optimize it. If someone else has claimed it incorrectly, we'll help you work through the recovery process.
How long does the setup take?
Most setups are completed within 3–5 business days. Verification timing can vary depending on Google's process.
Will this help me rank higher on Google?
A properly set up GBP listing is one of the key factors in local search rankings. It won't guarantee a specific position, but it gives your listing the best possible foundation.
What if I move or change my service area?
That's an easy update. We can handle it as a post-setup edit if needed.