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    Local SEO services that get you into the Google Map Pack

    Most local businesses lose 60-80% of potential customers to competitors who rank above them on Google Maps. LocalHero's local SEO services fix that — Google Business Profile optimization, citations, local link building, and reviews, all built to get your business into the top 3 Map Pack results. Find your city or state below to see pricing and results for your market.

    What's included

    What professional local SEO services actually include

    Local SEO isn't one tactic — it's six working together. Skip one and the others plateau. Here's everything included in every LocalHero local SEO package.

    Google Business Profile optimization

    Right categories, complete service list, 20+ photos, and weekly posts so you show up in the Map Pack.

    Local citation building & NAP cleanup

    Consistent name, address, and phone across 80+ directories so Google trusts your business location.

    Local link building

    Backlinks from local news sites, industry publications, and directories that tell Google you're a real local authority.

    Review generation & management

    A system that turns finished jobs into a steady stream of new 5-star Google reviews every month.

    On-page & schema markup

    Title tags, headings, and structured data built around the local keywords your customers actually search.

    Service-area landing pages

    One page per city or neighborhood you serve, so you rank for searches outside your home zip code.

    Pricing

    How much do local SEO services cost?

    Most single-location US businesses invest between $500 and $3,000 per month for local SEO, depending on market competition and services needed. UK businesses typically pay £300 to £2,500 per month. The exact cost depends on your market, competition, and goals — request a free audit and we'll recommend the right package.

    ApproachTime to rankMonthly costOngoing management
    DIY local SEO8-12+ months$0-$200 (tools)5-10 hrs/week, your time
    LocalHero3-5 months$500-$3,000Done for you

    Questions about local SEO services

    What is local SEO?
    Local SEO is the practice of optimizing your Google Business Profile, website, and online listings so your business shows up when nearby customers search for your services on Google — especially in the Map Pack, the three business results shown above the regular search listings.
    How much do local SEO services cost?
    Most single-location US businesses pay between $500 and $3,000 per month, depending on market competition and how many services or locations they need covered. UK businesses typically pay £300 to £2,500 per month. Request a free audit and we'll recommend the right package for your market.
    How long does local SEO take to show results?
    Most businesses see measurable Google Maps ranking movement within 3-5 months. Lower-competition markets and specific service keywords can rank in as little as 6-8 weeks, while competitive metro areas with many established competitors can take 6+ months.
    What's the difference between local SEO and regular SEO?
    Regular SEO targets national or global search rankings for a website. Local SEO specifically targets the Google Map Pack and local search results for businesses that serve a defined geographic area — it relies heavily on Google Business Profile, local citations, and location-based content that regular SEO doesn't need.
    Do I need local SEO if I already have a website?
    Yes. A website alone doesn't rank in the Google Map Pack, which drives the majority of local search clicks. Local SEO adds the Google Business Profile optimization, citations, reviews, and location-specific content that a website by itself doesn't cover.

    Want the full playbook? Read our local SEO checklist for small businesses, or run a specific trade? See our local SEO services or view pricing packages.

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