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Google Business Profile Optimisation

Rank higher in Google Maps and the Local Pack with a fully optimised Google Business Profile. We manage GBP for businesses across London, West Drayton and the UK.

12 new Map Pack positions West Drayton Service Business: "0 to 12 Map Pack keyword rankings — 60 days"

Service Overview

Your Google Business Profile is your most powerful free marketing tool — and most UK businesses are using it badly. An incomplete, unmanaged profile loses you customers every single day to competitors who appear higher in the Map Pack. We optimise every section of your GBP, manage your weekly posts, build your review count, and handle Q&A — everything Google rewards with higher rankings. We work with businesses across West Drayton, Uxbridge, Ealing, Hillingdon and Greater London.

Our Approach

01

Profile Audit

Full assessment of your current GBP against top-ranking competitors in your London or UK area.

02

Content Optimisation

Rewrite descriptions, add UK-targeted keywords, upload professional photos.

03

Active Management

Weekly posts, Q&A responses, and review management to keep your profile active and ranking.

04

Performance Tracking

Monthly GBP Insights review — track calls, clicks, and Map Pack position improvements.

An Unmanaged GBP Is Costing You Customers Right Now

Businesses with complete, optimised Google Business Profiles get 7x more clicks than those with incomplete profiles. They appear in 70% more searches. Yet most UK business GBPs are sitting at 40% completion — missing categories, no service descriptions, stock photos, and have not posted in months.

  • Incomplete GBPs rank lower and convert worse — Google favours active, complete profiles
  • GBPs with 10+ photos get 42% more direction requests
  • Weekly posts correlate with improved Local Pack stability
  • Unanswered Q&A and no review responses signal to Google your business is inactive
Get a Free Audit — See Where You Stand

What a Fully Optimised GBP Looks Like vs What Most Businesses Have

How others do it

Most businesses set up their GBP once and leave it. One category selected, a generic business name, no posts, no services listed, and five Google reviews from three years ago. Google sees an inactive, incomplete listing and ranks it accordingly.

How ExoraLeads does it

We rebuild your GBP from the ground up and manage it every week — categories, keyword-rich descriptions, services, photos, posts, Q&A, and review responses. Every element is optimised for the three signals Google uses to rank local results: relevance, prominence, and proximity.

01
Full Profile Rebuild

Categories, services, descriptions, photos — all optimised with your target keywords

02
Weekly Posts

Service spotlights, offers, and updates — every week, keeping your profile active

03
Review Management

Every review responded to within 24 hours — positive and negative

04
Monthly Reporting

GBP Insights: calls, clicks, direction requests, and Map Pack position

Typical Business vs Managed by ExoraLeads

GBP ElementTypical BusinessManaged by ExoraLeads
Categories1 primary, nothing elsePrimary + 3 to 5 relevant secondary categories
Service descriptionsNone or one-linersKeyword-rich unique descriptions per service
Photos1 to 3 stock images10+ real photos, geo-tagged and labelled
PostsNever or monthlyEvery week, keyword-optimised
ReviewsUnmanagedResponded to within 24hrs, growth system active

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Every month without this in place is revenue going to a competitor who already has it.

We offer a free audit with no obligation. In 30 minutes you'll see exactly where your current setup is leaking leads and what it would take to fix it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About GBP Optimisation

What is Google Business Profile optimisation and why does it matter?
Google Business Profile (GBP) optimisation is the process of completing, enhancing, and actively managing your free Google listing so it ranks higher in Google Maps and local search results. Google rewards profiles that have complete information, recent photos, regular posts, and a strong review count. An unmanaged profile loses you Map Pack positions — and the enquiries that come with them — to competitors who are actively managing theirs.
How do I rank higher in Google Maps for my London business?
Ranking higher in Google Maps requires a fully optimised Google Business Profile, a consistent NAP (name, address, phone number) across all UK directories, a strong volume of recent reviews, and relevant keywords in your business description and posts. Proximity to the searcher, prominence, and relevance are the three main factors Google uses. An agency like Exora Leads can manage all of these on your behalf.
How often should I post on my Google Business Profile?
Posting on your Google Business Profile at least once per week signals to Google that your business is active. Posts appear in your listing and can feature offers, updates, events, or new services. Weekly posting is considered best practice — profiles that post regularly tend to see better Map Pack stability than those that post infrequently or not at all. Exora Leads handles weekly posts as part of its GBP management service.
Can a Google Business Profile agency manage my listing for me?
Yes. A GBP management agency takes over the ongoing work of keeping your profile active, optimised, and ranking. This includes weekly posts, review responses, Q&A management, photo uploads, and monthly performance reporting. Exora Leads manages Google Business Profiles for businesses across London and the UK from £99/month — covering everything from initial setup to ongoing optimisation.
What is NAP consistency and how does it affect my local rankings?
NAP stands for Name, Address, and Phone number. Google cross-references your business details across the web — your website, GBP, Yell, Companies House, and dozens of other directories. If your NAP is inconsistent, it creates confusion that can suppress your local rankings. Fixing NAP inconsistencies is one of the first things a local SEO audit should address.

Ready to start getting results from GBP Optimisation?

Book a free consultation. We'll review your current setup, identify the biggest gaps, and outline a realistic plan — with no obligation.