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.