Local SEO Case Study: Beautiful & Affordable Stamped Concrete Inc.
Increase lead generation via Google Business Profile (GBP) for specific high-value keywords.
Business Name
Beautiful & Affordable Stamped Concrete Inc.
Location
Hollywood, FL
Industry
Concrete Contracting and Stamped Concrete Services
Timeframe
Campaign Start Date: January 09, 2024
Current Status
Running
Dealing Type
Contractual
Background and Challenges
When the campaign started, the business faced the following obstacles:
- No Keyword Rankings: The business was not ranking for any of the target keywords in Google Maps or organic search.
- Low GBP Visibility: The Google Business Profile had limited optimization and wasn’t attracting views or engagement.
- No Lead Generation: The business wasn’t receiving calls or inquiries through GBP.
- No Service Listings: Relevant services were not listed in the GBP, which limited visibility for targeted searches.
Local SEO Audit
Strategy and Approach
To address these challenges, a comprehensive Local SEO strategy was implemented:
1.
Google Business Profile Optimization
- Updated the GBP with accurate and complete information:
- Name, Address, Phone Number (NAP) consistency across all platforms.
- Added detailed business descriptions with target keywords naturally incorporated.
- Enhanced the GBP with relevant services, such as:
- Stamped Concrete Installation
- Decorative Concrete Finishing
- Concrete Driveways and Patios
- Uploaded high-quality photos of completed projects to increase visual appeal and engagement.
- Used GBP posts to promote seasonal offers and highlight key services.
2.
On-Page SEO for GBP
- Conducted keyword research and optimized GBP metadata, titles, and descriptions with target keywords.
- Updated the business category to "Concrete Contractor" for better relevance.
- Added FAQs addressing customer queries to improve keyword relevance and engagement.
3.
Local Content and Citation Building
- Built citations in high-authority directories such as Angi, Yelp, HomeAdvisor, and local Florida business directories to increase GBP authority.
- Created backlinks from relevant concrete industry and local websites.
- Ensured NAP consistency across all citations to strengthen local SEO signals.
4.
Content Marketing to Support GBP
- Published location-specific blog posts and service pages targeting Hollywood, FL, and surrounding areas.
- Blog topics included:
- “Top Concrete Contractor Services in Hollywood, FL”
- “Benefits of Stamped Concrete for Your Home in Hollywood”
- Created location-based service pages (e.g., "Stamped Concrete Contractor Hollywood FL") to target organic traffic.
Results
After 11 months
After 11 months of consistent SEO efforts, the business achieved outstanding results:
1.
Google Business Profile Performance
- Engagement:
- Monthly GBP views increased by 400%.
- Inquiries through calls and messages surged by 350%.
- Ranking Improvements for Target Keywords:
- Before: No rankings for any of the target keywords.
- After:
- Concrete Contractor: Ranked in the top 3 positions in local pack results.
- Concrete Contractor Hollywood: Achieved the #1 position in most parts of Hollywood, FL.
- Concrete Contractor Hollywood FL: Consistently ranked #1 or #2.
- Concrete Stamping Contractors: Ranking in the top 3 for most surrounding areas.
2.
Lead Generation
- The business now averages 15-20 qualified leads per month directly from Google Business Profile.
- Significant improvements in organic traffic to service pages targeting Hollywood, FL.
3.
Search Grid (BrightLocal Results)
- The BrightLocal Search Grid shows the business dominating local pack rankings for the target keywords in Hollywood and surrounding areas.
Challenges
Challenges and Lessons Learned
Challenges
- Highly Competitive Market: Competing against established concrete contractors required sustained efforts in both GBP and organic SEO.
- Content Optimization: Ensuring that content aligned with high-intent keywords for both local and broader audiences.
Lessons Learned
- Regular updates to GBP (e.g., adding new photos and posts) are crucial for maintaining visibility in competitive markets.
- Building local citations and earning backlinks from industry-relevant sites is key to GBP success.
- Engaging with customers via GBP reviews and Q&A increases trust and leads.
Future Recommendations
- Expand content to target nearby cities for additional service areas.
- Continue optimizing GBP with new project photos and posts to sustain rankings.
- Focus on earning reviews to further boost credibility.
Conclusion
The Local SEO campaign for Beautiful & Affordable Stamped Concrete Inc. transformed its Google Business Profile into a lead-generating powerhouse:
- Successfully ranked for high-intent keywords in Hollywood, FL.
- Increased monthly leads and established the business as a trusted name in the stamped concrete industry.