TJA Strategies

LOCAL SEO & GOOGLE BUSINESS PROFILE SERVICES IN PHILADELPHIA

GET FOUND ON THE MAP

When someone nearby searches for what you do, Google shows a handful of businesses on the map before anything else, and those businesses get most of the calls. Our local SEO team works to put your business in that spot and keep it there.

We optimize your Google Business Profile, build accurate listings across the directories Google relies on, and keep your profile active with fresh posts and photos. For businesses in eligible categories, we also manage Google Local Services Ads. We work with businesses across the Philadelphia region and beyond.

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WHY DOES LOCAL SEO MATTER?

Customers searching “near me” are usually ready to call, book or visit. If your business isn’t on the map, a competitor gets that call.

WHAT DOES LOCAL SEO INCLUDE?

Everything your business needs to show up and stand out in local search.

Google Business Profile Optimization

Categories, services, description, attributes, hours and photos set up to match how your customers search.

Local Listings & Citations

Consistent name, address and phone number across the directories and data sources Google trusts.

Posts, Photos & Updates

Regular profile activity that keeps your listing current and gives customers a reason to choose you.

Local Landing Pages

Service and location pages on your website that support your map rankings.

Local Services Ads

Setup, verification and management of Google's pay-per-lead ads for eligible service categories.

Monthly Local Reporting

Calls, direction requests, website clicks and map rankings, tracked month over month.

LOCAL SEO FOR HOME SERVICES COMPANIES

When the heat goes out or a pipe bursts, people search on their phone and call from the map. Local SEO for a home services business comes down to showing up there: a complete Google Business Profile with the right categories and service areas, steady new reviews, consistent listings and a page for each town you serve. Our team provides local SEO services for HVAC companies, plumbers, electricians, roofers and other trades. Eligible businesses can add Local Services Ads to appear above the map, and reputation management keeps the reviews coming.

PARTNERING WITH TJA STRATEGIES

Local SEO works best when it’s connected to everything else customers see. Our team ties your profile, your website and your reviews together into one plan.

  • Local to Philadelphia: Our team is based in Lower Merion and works with businesses across the Philadelphia area.
  • Connected to Your Reviews: Rankings and reviews go hand in hand, so local SEO pairs naturally with reputation management.
  • Ready for AI Answers: The same profile and listing signals feed Google’s AI results, which is part of our AI search visibility work.
  • Results You Can Follow: Track your calls, direction requests and map rankings month over month, so you can see what the work is producing.

LET'S PUT YOUR BUSINESS ON THE MAP

Start with a free Digital Presence Audit. We’ll show you where you appear on the map today and what’s holding you back.

What Clients Say About TJA Strategies

Rated 5 stars by our clients

★★★★★Google

T.J. was wonderful to work with. He took a close look at my website and social media accounts and identified exactly where things needed improvement, including a lot of inconsistencies across platforms that he helped me fix so everything finally matched. He was patient and generous with his time and expertise the whole way through. It's only been about a week since we made most of the changes and I'm already seeing a noticeable difference in activity. I can't wait to see the impact on my business long term. I can't recommend TJA Strategies enough!

Rebecca W.
★★★★★Google

I can't say enough good things about TJA Strategies. We just got 4 website orders in a single week - something that had literally never happened for us in an entire month before working with him. TJ really knows his stuff, communicates clearly, and treats your business like it's his own. If you are looking for SEO help on your website, he is the best!

Gabrielle W.
★★★★★Google

I cannot say enough about TJA Strategies and recommend them enthusiastically for anyone needing expertise in marketing and website development. They readily upgraded portions of my website that I had been trying to improve for well over a decade. No one else I sought was able to do what TJA Strategies did without fail. I am delighted. Dr. Norman Smith, President Emeritus of Wagner College and of Elmira College. Past President of Suffolk University Boston and Richmond University London, England.

Norman S.
★★★★★Google

TJ is extremely knowledgeable and did a great job showing us what SEO really has to offer. He helped us identify opportunities we were completely missing and set us up with a much stronger SEO foundation. Easy to work with and very informative throughout the process. Highly recommend.

Office Manager
★★★★★Google

I had an excellent experience working with TJA Strategies. TJ is incredibly collaborative and truly takes the time to understand your business and goals. What really sets him apart is his commitment to education… he doesn’t just execute a strategy, he explains the why behind it so you’re set up for continued success long after the contracted time ends. TJ also takes real ownership in the businesses he partners with. He treats your brand like it’s his own, which shows in the level of care, strategy, and follow-through he brings to the table. If you’re looking for a marketing partner who is invested, knowledgeable, and genuinely wants to see your business grow, I highly recommend TJA Strategies.

Beth S.
★★★★★Google

We’ve had an awesome experience working with TJA Strategies. We brought T.J. in to help improve our SEO, increase visibility, and make sure more people were actually finding us online. Not only did we accomplish that, but we also gained a much clearer picture of who our audience is and what they’re looking for when they land on our site. T.J. helped us tighten up the backend of our website, streamline our content, and stay consistent with what we publish—all of which has started driving real results. One big takeaway he shared early was that SEO isn’t instant. It takes time, patience, and the right strategy. He was always there to help focus us on the data, track progress, and use that information to make calculated decisions. The digital world can feel overwhelming, but having someone with tons of experience who actually knows how to navigate it (and can explain it in a normal, human way) makes all the difference. I highly recommend TJA Strategies to any business looking to level up their online presence.

Justin B.
★★★★★Google

Working with TJA Strategies was a great experience. TJ went out of his way to do a complimentary SEO audit for my photography site, and the advice was both practical and easy to act on. He pointed out what was already working, like branding and design while also giving me simple fixes that could make a big difference, like adding more written content, optimizing images, and making my contact info easier to find. What I really appreciated was how clear and approachable his feedback was it felt like genuine guidance, not just a sales pitch. If you’re looking for someone who knows their stuff and actually cares about helping you grow, I’d definitely recommend TJA Strategies. Looking forward to engaging with TJA as soon as I'm ready to launch!

André G.
★★★★★Google

TJ is incredibly responsive and knowledgeable. He’s made drastic improvements to the SEO side of our website and helped create and implement a strategy for social media engagement. So grateful.

James S.
★★★★★Google

We've had a great experience working with TJA Strategies. We brought TJA on as a consultant to assist in better optimization, conversion and just get more eyes on our brand. Not only did we achieve this but we developed a better understanding of who our customer was and where they are coming from. We learned how to better allocate our marketing dollars to ensure we are getting the best bang for our buck. I learned that SEO takes time to see results. TJA encouraged our team to "trust the process" and put in the time, effort and together do the due diligence in analyzing the analytics. The internet is a wild place. All the tools are there to help your business and bringing on the right strategist to help understand how to use and optimize them is key. I highly recommend TJA and his team.

Liza B.
★★★★★Google

Exceptionally personalized and attentive service. TJ has helped educate me about a world I knew next to nothing about and is helping me take big strides with my coparenting education business. Strong recommend to bringing him into your professional support team!

Alec B.
★★★★★Google

Having TJ on my side with helping my business grow has been fantastic. I highly recommend his expertise for any business looking to grow.

Joe C.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Local SEO is the work of helping a business show up when nearby customers search for what it offers. It covers your Google Business Profile, your local listings, your reviews and the pages on your website that tell Google where you work and what you do.

Google ranks map results on relevance, distance and prominence. You can’t change distance, but you can improve the other two: choose the most specific categories, complete every section of your profile, keep your listings consistent, earn reviews steadily and support it all with strong pages on your website.

Your Google Business Profile is one part of local SEO, and usually the most important one. Local SEO also includes your listings on other directories, your reviews and your website.

Local Services Ads appear at the top of local search results for eligible service businesses. You pay per lead instead of per click, and businesses must pass Google’s screening to qualify. We handle setup, verification and ongoing management.

Profile fixes can make a difference within weeks. Ranking gains in competitive categories usually build over three to six months of consistent work.