Guides for contractors who want more calls
Straight answers about websites, Google Maps and local SEO, written for people who'd rather be on the job than reading about marketing.
The best Google Business Profile categories for contractors
The primary and secondary Google Business Profile categories top-ranked painters, roofers, plumbers, HVAC pros and electricians use, from 2026 data.
Read the guideHow much does a contractor website cost in 2026?
Contractor websites cost $500 to $6,000+ upfront or $150 to $300 a month. What each price gets you, the hidden costs, and how to choose.
Read the guideHow to get more Google reviews (without breaking the rules)
Copy-and-paste text messages, the best time to ask, how to reply to reviews, and the review tactics that can get a contractor's profile suspended.
Read the guideHow to get your contracting business on Google Maps
Step-by-step: create and verify a Google Business Profile as a contractor, set service areas and categories, and avoid suspension mistakes.
Read the guideHow many Google reviews do you need to rank on Google Maps?
We checked Google Maps in 5 trades and 5 US cities. The top 3 had a median of 122 to 3,384 reviews. Here's what that means for your business.
Read the guideWhy isn't my business showing up on Google Maps?
The 9 most common reasons a contractor's business doesn't appear on Google Maps, how to check each one, and what to fix first.
Read the guideDo you need a website if you have a Google Business Profile?
A Google Business Profile gets you on the map. A website helps you rank higher and win customers who compare. Here's when you need both.
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