LOCAL SEO FOR PURLEY BUSINESSES: A STEP-BY-STEP CHECKLIST
Local SEO helps a relevant business become discoverable when people search for a
1. Define the real service area
Write down where customers can genuinely visit you or where your team travels. A
2. Make business details consistent
Use the same verified business name, address and telephone format on the website,
3. Improve the Google Business Profile
Choose the most accurate primary category and only relevant secondary categories. Complete services, hours, contact details and website link. Add authentic, useful photos. Keep holiday hours current. Avoid inserting keywords into the business name unless they form part of the real-world registered or trading name.
4. Build a clear website structure
Create a strong page for each important service rather than listing everything in
5. Earn and respond to genuine reviews
Ask customers at an appropriate point after delivery. Make the process easy, but
6. Publish evidence, not filler
Create case studies, detailed project explanations, useful local guides and answers
7. Strengthen local authority naturally
Accurate listings in respected sector and local organisations may help customers
8. Fix technical obstacles
Ensure the site uses HTTPS, works on mobile, loads quickly, has crawlable navigation
9. Measure leads as well as rankings
Use Search Console to review queries and pages. Track calls, forms, bookings and
Frequently asked questions
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