Search Engine Optimisation for Tradesman, Retailers & Small Business
Get found, get customers and stay on top...
We don't use shortcuts or dodgy tactics. Full stop. And we don't rush optimisations, as we know this is a "red flag" to the search engines.
Instead, at mtstudios, we build SEO strategies that last. Ethical SEO means following search engine guidelines, creating content people actually want to read, and earning quality backlinks—not buying them.
We focus on what works long-term: optimising for real user intent, delivering genuine value, and building trust with both search engines and your customers. No penalties. No sudden drops in rankings. Just steady, sustainable growth that keeps your business visible for years to come.
Book a call today and let's discuss how our Internet Marketing services can help your business take it to the next level.
Search Engine & Google Business Listing Optimisation for Small Businesses
As you know, more than ever, small businesses need to be found online to stay in business - and reputation is everything.
Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) gets you discovered. It drives real customers to your website, generates leads, and boosts sales. Good SEO levels the playing field against bigger competitors and establishes your authority in your local market—whether you're a tradesman, retailer, or service provider.
At mtstudios, we craft affordable, effective SEO strategies for small businesses. We handle the technical stuff—website optimisation, quality content, and local SEO—plus Google Business Profile optimisation and review management to maximise your local visibility.
SEO rules change constantly, especially with AI reshaping search. We stay ahead of algorithm updates so you don't have to. While you focus on running your business, we'll keep you visible, competitive, and bringing in customers.
Custom SEO services for existing clients
(We normally only provide SEO services to existing clients - if you think this rule shouldn't apply to you, get in touch)
Bronze SEO (just the basics)
£59 + vat per month, 12 month minimum- Automated scanning for SEO issues backed up by human correction
- Includes managed Google Business Listing
- Existing pages optimised
- Automated Keyword tracking (3 phrases), with reporting of gains (& losses) on Google on the 1st of every month.
Silver SEO (ideal for niche services)
£ 109 + vat per month, 6 month minimum- Ideal for specialist Tradesman or retailers (like thatching or restoration)
- Ongoing geographic optimisation targeting local towns, areas or counties
- Includes managed Google Business Listing
- Includes review checking across the web with negative reviews reported to the business owner
- Automated scanning for SEO issues backed up by human correction
- Existing pages optimised
- Quarterly new pages built to target specific new search phrases
- Automated Keyword tracking (10 phrases), with reporting of gains (& losses) on Google on the 1st of every month.
Gold SEO (when facing high competition)
£199 + vat per month, 3 month minimum- For businesses in competitive areas, such as restaurants, hotels and common trades (such as plumbers, electricians etc)
- Includes managed and continuously optimised Google Business Listing
- Automated scanning for SEO issues backed up by human correction
- We help you with strategies to acquire online reviews from happy customers
- Includes review checking across the web, and (where possible) we handle responses to negative reviews for you
- Automated Keyword tracking (20 phrases), with reporting of gains (& losses) on Google on the 1st of every month.
- Existing pages optimised
- Ongoing geographic optimisation targeting local towns, areas or counties
- New pages built to target specific new search phrases on a monthly basis
- Protected Google Business Listing to monitor for malicious updates (such as telling Google your business is closed)
- Track your competitors' Google Business Listing positions to spot gains and remain competitive
Want to see some examples?
Victorian Sash Windows (silver service, since 2023)
Try finding our client (victoriansash.co.uk) with searches like "sash windows deal", "repair sash whitstable" and "sash restoration dover".
Craftwork Master Thatchers (bronze service, since 2022)
Try finding our client (craftworkmasterthatchers.co.uk) with searches like "roof thatcher canterbury", "master thatcher godalming" and "thatch repairs tonbridge".
Contemporary Flowers (gold service, since 2021)
Try finding our client (contemporaryflowers.co.uk & canterburyflowers.co.uk) with searches like "buy flowers canterbury", "canterbury florist" and "mothers day flowers canterbury".
