Start with the fundamentals. These ten checks catch the most common problems keeping good businesses from showing up in search.
The 10 point checklist
Give every important page a unique, specific title tag.
Use one clear H1 that describes the page in plain language.
Explain what you do, who you help, and where you work above the fold.
Make sure every page is comfortable to read and use on a phone.
Compress large images and remove scripts you do not need.
Link related pages together with descriptive anchor text.
Create a dedicated page for every core service you offer.
Confirm important pages are indexed in Google Search Console.
Add genuine reviews, examples, credentials, and contact details.
Track calls, forms, and the search terms that produce real inquiries.
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Put it to work
Run through the list once, choose the three clearest gaps, and fix those before buying another SEO tool. Fundamentals compound.