Question 1

What is the starting price for a website?

Accepted Answer

Our websites are part of the Local Visibility Engine at $1,700 setup plus $800 per month. That includes custom design, mobile first build, local SEO built in, and ongoing support. No separate fees. You get a real web presence from day one.

Question 2

How much does reputation management cost?

Accepted Answer

Reputation management is included in the Local Visibility Engine at $1,700 setup plus $800 per month. That includes automated Google review requests via SMS and email, professional review responses, negative feedback filtering, and monthly reporting on your star rating.

Question 3

What does SEO cost?

Accepted Answer

Local SEO is included in the Local Visibility Engine at $1,700 setup plus $800 per month. That covers Google Business Profile optimization, local citation building, on page SEO, and keyword tracking. The full engine bundles all six systems together so every piece feeds the others. No contracts. Cancel anytime.

Question 4

Is there a contract or long term commitment?

Accepted Answer

No long term contracts. We work month to month. We believe in earning your business every month. SEO takes time to compound, but we always give transparent reporting so you can see exactly what you are getting.

Question 5

How long does it take to see results from SEO?

Accepted Answer

SEO compounds over time. Technical and on page changes can show shifts within 30 days. Real traffic and lead growth usually takes 3 to 6 months. We focus on steady, long term growth, not short spikes that fade away.

Question 6

Do you guarantee first page rankings?

Accepted Answer

No honest agency can guarantee exact rankings. Search algorithms change all the time. What we guarantee is a data driven strategy, transparent reporting, and a proven record of improving visibility, traffic, and leads for our clients. We also offer a 60 day Map Pack guarantee.

Question 7

What is local SEO and why does it matter for contractors?

Accepted Answer

Local SEO gets you into Google's Map Pack and organic results when nearby customers search for your service. For contractors and home service businesses, this is the best ROI marketing channel. These are buyers searching for what you offer right now.

Question 8

How do Google reviews impact my local search rankings?

Accepted Answer

Google reviews are a direct local ranking signal. Volume, recency, and keyword rich review text all affect your Map Pack position. Businesses with steady 5 star reviews outrank competitors with similar on page SEO. That is why our reputation system works with our SEO.

Question 9

What is the Google Map Pack and how do I get in it?

Accepted Answer

The Google Map Pack is the set of 3 local business listings at the top of Google search results for local searches. Getting in requires a fully optimized Google Business Profile, consistent NAP citations, strong reviews, and on page local SEO signals. We specialize in exactly this.

Question 10

What makes your website design different from a DIY builder?

Accepted Answer

DIY builders make generic templates. We build websites around your service area, target keywords, and customer journey. Every layout choice is made to get calls, form fills, and leads. Not just to look nice.

Question 11

How long does it take to build a website?

Accepted Answer

Most websites are done in 2 to 4 weeks after we get your content and approvals. We move fast without cutting corners. And you have input at every step of the build.

Question 12

Will my website rank on Google?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We build local SEO structure into every website we make. That includes proper HTML, schema markup, title tags, meta descriptions, location pages, and mobile optimization. It is not an add on. It is the foundation.

Question 13

How does your reputation management service work?

Accepted Answer

We send automated review requests via SMS and email to your recent customers. Happy customers go to Google with one tap. Every review, good or bad, gets a professional response within 24 hours. We also filter unhappy customers to a private channel before they post publicly.

Question 14

Can you remove negative Google reviews?

Accepted Answer

We cannot remove reviews that do not break Google's rules. No agency can. What we can do is respond professionally to soften negative reviews, generate a high volume of real positive reviews to dilute them, and flag reviews that break Google's rules for removal.

Question 15

How fast will I start getting Google reviews?

Accepted Answer

Most clients see their first new reviews within 7 to 14 days of launching our system. Steady requests usually generate 2 to 8 new reviews per month, depending on your customer volume.

Question 16

Do you only work with businesses in Louisville and Cincinnati?

Accepted Answer

We have deep roots in Louisville, KY and Cincinnati, OH, including New Albany, Jeffersonville, Mason, and nearby cities. But we also work with growth minded businesses nationally across the United States. Our systems work in any local market.

Question 17

Can you help my business if I'm not in Kentucky, Indiana, or Ohio?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We work with businesses across the United States. Our SEO, website design, and reputation management systems work in any local market. If you are in Charlotte, Phoenix, or Chicago, we can help.

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