Local SEO

Show up when nearby customers search.

Local SEO is how your business appears in "near me" searches and on the map. Most of it is free — it just takes a checklist and a routine.

The BizBright Local SEO Checklist

Claim your Google Business Profile — it's free, and it's your map listing.
Complete every field — hours, categories, services, photos, and description.
Add fresh photos monthly — profiles with recent photos get more clicks.
Ask for reviews weekly — make it a habit with your happiest customers.
Reply to every review — good and bad, within a few days.
Match your name, address, and phone everywhere — website, Google, Yelp, socials.
List on the big directories — Yelp, Bing Places, Apple Business Connect.
Put your city and service on your homepage — in the headline, not just the footer.
Create a page per service or area — one clear page beats one crowded page.
Check your results monthly — calls, direction requests, and website clicks.

Where your business needs to appear.

Google Business Profile Yelp for Business Bing Places Apple Business Connect

Best for: being found on maps and local search — all free to claim.

Track, grow, and manage your local reputation.

BrightLocal Whitespark Review request templates Local citation checklist

Best for: climbing the map pack and building trust.

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