5 Google Business Profile Tricks Tradies Are Missing
The $0 marketing channel that beats paid ads. How service businesses go from invisible to ranking #1 in local search.
The "Map Pack" Reality
When someone needs your service urgently, they search "[your service] near me". They see 3 businesses. Those three get 90% of the clicks. Everyone else gets scraps.
Top Business
5.0 ★This Is How You Could Go From Invisible to Rank #1
A local business owner's profile was a ghost town. 6 months later, using these 5 tricks, their Google profile generates consistent monthly revenue.
Post Weekly Updates (Even if nothing changed)
Google's algorithm favors active businesses. Posting 2-3x per week signals you are alive.
- 📸Recent job photos (completed work, before/after)
- 💡Industry tips and advice
- 🎯Special offers or seasonal promotions
Respond to Every Review in a Timely Manner
Yes, even the 5-star ones. Be professional with negative reviews. It builds massive trust and boosts ranking.
"[Business Owner] was great. Called exactly when booked and finished the work within a week. Highly recommend."
"Thanks John! Glad we could get that sorted quickly for you. Appreciate the trust with your home's [service]."
Add All Your Services (Not Just One)
You can add more than 10 services. Don't just list your main category—add every specific service you offer to capture niche searches.
Example Categories
Consistently Update With New Photos
Profiles that regularly add fresh photos get 60% more engagement. Show your work, your team, your process.
zero photos
regularly updated photos
Add FAQs (Q&As)
Google shows Q&As automatically. If you don't answer them, someone else might—or customers leave without the information they need.
"Do you offer emergency [service]?"
"Yes, [Business Name] provides 24/7 emergency service in [Location]. We typically respond within 60 mins."
"Are you licensed and insured?"
"Absolutely. [Business Owner] is fully licensed (Lic #XXXXX) with public liability insurance."
Set Up Automatic Missed Call Text-Back
65% of customers prefer messaging. If you don't reply instantly to missed calls, they move to the next business. An automatic text-back system responds in 60 seconds so leads don't slip away.
Two Ways to Do This
The DIY Approach
Possible, but requires discipline every week.
- 2 hours per day
- Manual follow-up losing leads
- No instant responses to enquiries
The Foundational System
What we built for service businesses. Set and forget.
- 45 minutes per week
- Auto-follow up responses to enquiries
- Instant SMS responses to missed calls
Real Results from Businesses Across the US & Australia
"I'm very fortunate that Phil and I crossed digital paths a few months ago. I'd started making my own Facebook ads but had no idea what I was doing... What was meant to be a quick half-hour Zoom call turned into a two-hour chat. I decided to jump on board, and Phil worked his magic — new website, landing pages, CRM systems, SEO, and more."
"Phil from Echo Studios and his connections/team are absolutely incredible... Phil has created me a landing page, website, and has developed an automated system to help with all my customer enquiries... This systems Phil has created for my business are amazing. Phil has so much passion, enthusiasm and dedication."
"Echo Studios has done and continues to do some amazing work for me. Phil never ceases to amaze me with his marketing and business knowledge. So great."
"Working with Echo Studios has transformed my business's online presence and growth trajectory... What sets Echo Studios apart is their genuine investment in my success... I'm thrilled with the progress we've made and will continue partnering with Echo Studios."
"Phil from echo studios have designed us a website that is simple and easy to use. it defiantly helps us standout. the turnaround time that everything went live was very quick... I look forward to continuing to work alongside Phil and the team."
"Echo Studios has been instrumental in helping me grow my business. The website they built for me has been a game-changer, and the support I've received has been outstanding."
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