Mini Google update! In January, we reported on Google’s addition of video uploads to Google My Business. Now Google is adding another way for your home service business to differentiate itself. In your business listing, you’ll soon be able to add a “From the business” section where you can write a business bio, including products and services you offer, accolades, and any other relevant info. Google hasn’t officially rolled it out to all businesses yet, but it looks like they’ll be making it a platform-wide update very soon, so be on the lookout!

Why This Matters to Home Service Businesses

If you’re a remodeler, contractor, mover, or any other home service business, you’re likely concerned with how your business appears in search. There are plenty of things you can do to boost your business’s web presence, but having an optimized Google My Business listing is the most important factor in ranking in local searches. And lucky for you, optimizing your Google My Business listing isn’t hard! Our latest infographic dishes on the simple things you need to do to set up your Google My Business profile for success. Download it below!