12/31/2025
For local service businesses, your Google Business Profile (Google Maps listing) is often the first ‘website’ people see.
Think about how you search:
You type ‘dentist near me’ or ‘plumber in [city]’ and tap a business with:
⭐ Solid rating
💬 Recent reviews
📸 Real photos
📍 Clear hours & location
Do this quick check on your own listing:
🔹 Do you have recent photos of your work, team, or office?
🔹 Are your services and service areas filled out properly?
🔹 Do you have at least a few reviews in the last 30–60 days?
For service businesses, polishing that Google profile + your website is a power combo.
One gets you found. The other gets you chosen.