The short answer
To choose an SEO company, ask what they'll do each month, what they'll report, who owns the website and listings if you leave, and how they'll measure calls and leads rather than rankings alone. Walk away from anyone who guarantees a number one ranking. Google itself says nobody can.
For a small local business, much of the value is upkeep: listings, reviews, a site that stays accurate. If you'll do that yourself, you may not need anyone. If you won't, the work still needs doing.
It varies widely by market and scope. Get a written scope before you compare prices.
Either can work. Ask both the same questions.
Fixes to your profile and site are quick. Search results move on Google's schedule.
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2 min readA website not getting leads usually has one of a few problems: visitors can't tell what you do or where, the phone number isn't one tap away on a phone, the form is broken or too long, or there's no reason to pick you.
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