Insights & Guides For Trades Businesses

Practical advice on Local SEO, web design, and getting more enquiries from your area.

No fluff — just the stuff that actually makes a difference for tradespeople trying to grow online.

How Google Maps Rankings Work for Trades Businesses (And What You Can Actually Do About It)

How Google Maps Rankings Work for Trades Businesses (And What You Can Actually Do About It)

Published on: 27/03/2026

Find out how Google Maps rankings work for tradespeople and what you can do to rank higher. Practical tips from a local SEO specialist.

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Why You're Not Showing Up on Google Maps (And How to Fix It)

Why You're Not Showing Up on Google Maps (And How to Fix It)

Published on: 21/03/2026

Not showing up on Google Maps? Here's why trades businesses get buried — and what you can do right now to rank higher and get more local leads.

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Local SEO for Trades: How to Rank Higher on Google Maps & Get More Leads

Local SEO for Trades: How to Rank Higher on Google Maps & Get More Leads

Published on: 21/03/2026

A plain-English guide to Local SEO for tradespeople. Learn how to rank higher on Google Maps, get more leads, and grow your trades business.

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How to Optimise Your Google Business Profile: A Step-by-Step Guide for UK Trades

How to Optimise Your Google Business Profile: A Step-by-Step Guide for UK Trades

Published on: 06/03/2026

Your Google Business Profile is your most powerful marketing tool. Here's a step-by-step guide to optimising it and getting your trade business into the top 3 on Google.

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Google Ads vs SEO for Newcastle Businesses: Which Is Better in 2026?

Google Ads vs SEO for Newcastle Businesses: Which Is Better in 2026?

Published on: 24/02/2026

Should you invest in SEO or Google Ads? We break down the pros, costs and long-term impact of each so Newcastle businesses can choose the right strategy for growth.

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The Truth About Being in the Top 3 on Google in Newcastle

The Truth About Being in the Top 3 on Google in Newcastle

Published on: 24/02/2026

Why does ranking in Google’s top three matter? Learn how relevance, distance and prominence impact your position and what Newcastle businesses must do to dominate local search.

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