Common questions
Here are straightforward answers to the questions business owners usually ask before working with us.
What does it cost?
Pricing depends on your market, service area, competition, and current online presence. A business serving one town usually needs less work than one covering several counties or starting without a Google Business Profile. We begin with a free audit, then provide a written quote for the work we recommend. Ongoing services are billed at a flat monthly rate with the scope agreed to in advance. You can read more on the pricing page.
How soon should I expect results?
The timeline depends on what needs to be fixed and how competitive your market is. Corrections to a Google Business Profile may begin affecting visibility within a few weeks. Organic search improvements usually take several months. We track rankings across your service area each month so you can see whether visibility is improving before the change becomes obvious in calls and quote requests.
Do you require a long-term contract?
No. We generally ask for about three months to complete the initial work and evaluate early results. After that, continued work is justified by the monthly reporting and the value you are receiving, not by a lengthy contract. We do offer discounts for 1- and 2-year contracts.
Who does the work?
Swamp Dog Marketing is currently a small team of SEO specialists and writers. Everyone who works on your account is part of Swamp Dog Marketing. We do not pass client work to an unknown overseas team.
You're a new agency. Why should I trust you?
You should be able to evaluate the work without relying on promises. The free audit shows you real information about your market before you spend anything. If you hire us, we record a day-one baseline and report your results against it each month.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Augusta, Georgia, and the surrounding CSRA, including Evans, Grovetown, Martinez, North Augusta, Aiken, and nearby communities. Businesses outside this area are welcome to contact us as well.
What is the one-competitor rule?
We do not work with two businesses competing for the same customers in the same market. For example, if we manage local search marketing for an Augusta roofing company, we will not accept another Augusta roofer offering the same services while that client remains with us.
Do you manage paid advertising?
Yes. Our primary work is improving your website and local search presence. Paid advertising can supplement that work when it makes sense for your market, budget, and capacity.
What happens if the work is not producing results?
The monthly report will show what changed, what did not, and what we plan to adjust. If the numbers remain flat and we do not believe the work is providing enough value, we will tell you directly. You should not continue paying for a service that is not helping your business.