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Google Business Profile Tips for Tradespeople Who Want More Leads
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Your website and Google Business Profile should work together. The profile can help you capture map visibility and trust, while the website handles depth, proof, and conversion.
Keep the basics consistent
Your business name, phone number, coverage details, and service categories should be aligned across your website and profile. Mixed signals reduce trust.
- Use the same core contact details everywhere
- Review your primary and secondary categories
- Make sure your linked website page matches the service intent
Post updates that support trust
Google Business Profile posts do not replace your website, but they can reinforce that the business is active and relevant.
- Share short project updates or service reminders
- Use images that show real work where possible
- Link to the most relevant page, not always the homepage
Use reviews to strengthen both assets
Strong reviews help map performance and also give you copy and proof to reuse on the website itself.
- Request reviews after positive jobs
- Respond clearly and professionally
- Reuse standout review quotes on service pages
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