Local SEO Expert Needed

Job ID: 39550817

Budget: $30 – $250 USD

Hello,
I run Dr Riing, a mobile phone, tablet, laptop, and device repair shop located in Citrus Heights (Sunrise Mall, Citrus Heights, CA 95610). I need an experienced Local SEO professional to improve our visibility in Google local search and maps—legitimate, sustainable, and bot-free.

Objectives:
• Rank higher locally for “phone repair Citrus Heights”, “tablet screen replacement Sacramento”, “charging port repair near me”, etc.
• Increase organic foot traffic and repair requests from local customers.
• Build a genuine, trustworthy online presence across Google, directories, social, and review platforms.

Tasks & Deliverables:
1. Local SEO Audit
• Analyze current performance using tools like Google Business Profile, Search Console, site speed, on-page SEO.
• Identify quick wins and long-term opportunities (e.g., schema, metadata optimization).
2. Local Keyword Research
• Target relevant “near me” and “[service] Citrus Heights/Sacramento” terms.
• Focus on high-intent, low-competition keywords.
3. Google Business Profile Optimization
• Ensure NAP accuracy, business categories, hours, services.
• Add optimized photos, posts, and Q&A.
• Grow and respond to customer reviews.
4. On‑Page SEO
• Optimize title tags, meta descriptions, headers, URL slugs with local keywords.
• Implement local schema markup (LocalBusiness, Service).
• Create optimized service/location pages.
5. Local Citations & Listings
• Consistent NAP across directories (Yelp, YellowPages, Mall directory, etc.).
• Audit & correct duplicates or conflicting listings.
6. Mobile & Site Speed Optimization
• Ensure fast, mobile-friendly experience (local searchers are on the go).
7. Local Content Strategy
• Develop blog posts or FAQs targeted to local needs, e.g., “How to fix a cracked iPad screen in Citrus Heights”.
8. Link & Review Strategy
• Encourage reviews on GBP and Yelp; respond to all reviews.
• Acquire local links (e.g. from mall website, local blogs).
9. Reporting & Metrics
• Set up Google Analytics, Search Console, GBP insights.
• Monthly reports on local rankings, traffic, map pack presence, clicks/calls/direction requests.

What I Don’t Want:
• No bots, fake traffic, or fake reviews.
• No shortcuts, shady link-building, or black‑hat tactics.
• No long-term retainers without clear deliverables or ROI.

Please Include in Your Proposal:
• Specific examples of local SEO work (especially for repair shops or service businesses).
• Proposed timeline & pricing (one-time vs monthly).
• Tools and methods (e.g., Ahrefs, Semrush, BrightLocal, Whitespark, schema plugins).
• Sample strategy outline specific to Citrus Heights/Sacramento area.