70% of Local Trade Searches Happen via Google Maps
70%+ of Local Trade Searches Happen via Google Maps
Yes — it’s completely free.
There are no subscription fees from Google to:
✅ Create your profile
✅ Verify your business
✅ Receive customer reviews
✅ Appear on Google Maps
That’s what makes it so powerful.
You don’t pay Google to show up locally.
But…
You do need to set it up properly and manage it consistently if you want it to perform well.
📍 Done right, it becomes one of the few genuinely free tools that can generate regular enquiries for a local trade business.
If you provide a real service to customers in a local area — you qualify ✅
That includes trades like:
🔧 Plumbers
⚡ Electricians
🏠 Builders
🛠️ Roofers
🌿 Landscapers
You don’t need a shop or office.
If you travel to customers, you can set up a service-area profile instead.
If you’re a genuine local tradesperson — you should definitely have one.
They’re directly connected.
📍 Your Google Business Profile is what powers your appearance on Google Maps.
No profile = no proper visibility on Maps.
When someone searches:
“Plumber near me”
“Electrician in St Albans”
The businesses shown on the map come from verified Google Business Profiles.
🚫 No profile? You won’t appear.
Simple:
Your Google Business Profile is your ticket onto Google Maps.

Unmatched Local Experience!
Ben & Connor work hard to ensure customer are blown away by their landscaping projects. Herts Landcaping choose to showcase their work on a mobile website, which is useful for social media enquiries and converts new business.


An awesome team with vision!
As soon as we met Mo we knew Fade Inn was destined for success. We have enjoyed working with him ever since. Fade Inn will soon provide grooming products internationally and so their foundational reputation is vital to maintain.


A Lifetime of Knowledge!
Marios has 30yrs of professional experience performing Leak Detection and Repair for satisfied customers. It's our pleasure to help establish the reputation of his new business, Leak Patrol


The Man to Call!
Steve has an extensive network of trusted trades which makes him very popular with local customers. We enjoy helping Steve communicate the range of PTHM capabilities to prospective clients.


Putting the customer first!
Tyler's energy inspires us to work harder to make our customers happy, just like his. It's great to see Romans expanding across Enfield with a growing reputation and list of services to match.


The winning combination!
Brett is passionate about serving both domestic and commercial clients with a wide range of useful services with a smile. We are emotionally invested in the success of Brett's business.





I enjoy solving business problems with technology then relaxing under trees with my wife & kids.
My favourite meal is Steak.
I started TradeMate from my neighbours garage (thanks Trish)
If you ask me, Volvos are the best cars for the money.


I enjoy working with people who care about what they do. I also like scaring myself with true crime.
My favourite meal is anything spicy.
One day I'd like to present University Challenge.
I don't know how much a Volvo costs. But I like grey and blue ones.

Built on Trust
Your Google Business Profile is one of the most valuable digital assets in your business.
It affects how often you appear, how you’re perceived, and how much trust customers feel before they even call.
You shouldn’t grant google profile access to just anyone.
When we work together:
You know exactly who you’re dealing with
You stay in control of your profile
Everything is done properly and transparently
We treat your reputation like it’s our own
We keep our membership numbers low because trust only works when it’s personal.

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