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What is Service Area Business?

TL;DR

A business that serves customers at their location rather than a storefront, plumbers, landscapers, cleaning services. On Google Business Profile, you define service areas instead of displaying an address. SABs can still appear in the Local Pack but won't show a pin on the map. Special Local SEO strategies apply to service area businesses.

Frequently Asked Questions About Service Area Business

How do I set up Google Business Profile as a service area business?

During setup, select 'I deliver goods and services to my customers.' Define your service areas by city, ZIP code, or radius. You can hide your address if you don't serve customers there. Update service areas as you expand.

Can service area businesses rank in the local pack?

Yes, but differently. You won't have a map pin, instead appearing based on service area relevance. Focus on GBP optimization, reviews, and local landing pages for each service city to improve visibility.

Should I show my home address as a service area business?

Generally no. Google allows hiding addresses for SABs. Displaying a home address looks unprofessional and invites unwanted visits. Exception: if you accept customers at your location (even occasionally), you may need to show it.

How do I compete with storefront businesses as an SAB?

Create local landing pages for each service city. Build local citations mentioning service areas. Collect reviews mentioning locations served. Proximity matters less for SABs, focus on relevance and prominence.

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