Why is my Google Business Profile not showing up in search results?

The most common reasons are an unclaimed profile, incomplete business information, no photos, no reviews, incorrect category selection, or a suspension. Google also penalises profiles with inconsistent Name, Address, and Phone (NAP) data across the web.

How long does Google Business Profile optimisation take to show results?

Most businesses see improvements in local search visibility within 2 to 4 weeks of a full GBP optimisation. Review generation and consistent posting accelerate results. Ranking in the top 3 of the Google Maps local pack typically takes 1 to 3 months depending on competition in your area.

Do you work with businesses outside Hampshire?

Yes — while Fortis Media is based in Fleet, Hampshire, we optimise Google Business Profiles for local service businesses across the entire UK. The optimisation process is the same regardless of location, and we understand local ranking factors for every region.

What is included in a Google Business Profile optimisation?

Our GBP optimisation includes full profile setup or audit, category and attribute optimisation, keyword-rich business description writing, geo-tagged photo upload strategy, review generation system setup, Google Posts calendar, Q&A content creation, NAP consistency audit across the web, and monthly performance reporting.

Can you fix a suspended Google Business Profile?

Yes — we have experience successfully appealing suspended Google Business Profiles. We analyse the reason for suspension, correct any policy violations, and submit a detailed reinstatement appeal. Recovery typically takes 1 to 4 weeks depending on the severity of the issue.

How much does Google Business Profile optimisation cost?

Our Google Business Profile optimisation service starts from £299 as a one-time setup and optimisation. Ongoing management with monthly Google Posts, review monitoring, and performance reporting is available from £149 per month. For businesses needing a full local SEO strategy, this is included in our Fortis Presence System at £1,500 per month.

Local SEO & Maps Visibility

Rank Higher on Google Maps

Your customers are searching on Google right now — and they choose the businesses they can actually find. We set up, optimise, and manage your Google Business Profile so you dominate the local pack in Hampshire and across the UK.

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Based in Fleet, Hampshire — covering Hampshire, Surrey & local businesses across the UK

Why Most Local Businesses Are Invisible on Google Maps

Over 70% of local service businesses in Hampshire have an incomplete or unclaimed Google Business Profile — meaning they never appear when potential customers search for their services.

Profile Not Claimed

If you have never claimed your Google Business Profile, Google has nothing to show. No profile means no map listing, no local pack appearance, and zero chance of ranking.

Wrong Category Chosen

Choosing the wrong business category is one of the most damaging GBP mistakes. Your primary category tells Google what searches you should appear for — get it wrong and you rank for the wrong terms.

No Photos or Poor Quality

Businesses with professional photos receive 42% more requests for directions and 35% more click-throughs to their websites. Most local businesses upload nothing or use blurry phone snaps.

Few or No Reviews

Reviews are a primary local ranking factor. Businesses with 20+ recent reviews consistently outrank competitors with fewer. Most tradespeople have fewer than 5 reviews total.

Inconsistent NAP Data

Your Name, Address, and Phone number must be identical everywhere online — your website, directories, social media, and GBP. Even small inconsistencies dilute your trust signal.

Profile Suspended

Google suspends profiles for policy violations, duplicate listings, or suspicious activity. A suspended profile disappears completely from search — and most business owners do not even know it happened.

Fortis Media — Fleet, Hampshire

We are based in Fleet, Hampshire and personally work with local businesses across Hampshire, Surrey and the surrounding areas.

Covering all towns listed below and beyond

Service Areas

We Optimise Google Business Profiles Across Hampshire, Surrey & the UK

Based in Fleet, Hampshire, Fortis Media works with local service businesses across Hampshire, Surrey, the South East and the entire United Kingdom. Whether you are a builder in Winchester, a salon in Southampton, or a clinic in Guildford — we understand your local market and how to make you visible where your customers are searching.

Fleet

Winchester

Southampton

Portsmouth

Guildford

Reading

Andover

Farnborough

Aldershot

Woking

Camberley

Farnham

Not in Hampshire?

No problem. We optimise Google Business Profiles for local businesses across the entire UK. The local SEO fundamentals are the same everywhere — we just tailor the strategy to your specific area and competition.

Our Process

How We Get You to the Top of Google Maps

A proven 6-step process to take your Google Business Profile from invisible to impossible to ignore in your local area.

Full Profile Audit

We audit your existing GBP (or set up a new one), checking every field, category, attribute, photo, review, and post for optimisation opportunities. We also audit your NAP consistency across the web.

Category & Keyword Optimisation

We select the most accurate primary and secondary categories for your business. Then we craft a keyword-rich business description that tells Google exactly what you do and where you do it.

Professional Photo Strategy

We upload a strategic mix of exterior, interior, team, product, and service photos — all properly geo-tagged and named with location keywords. Businesses with 10+ photos get significantly more engagement.

Review Generation System

We build a simple, ethical review generation system for your business — direct review links, follow-up templates, and a process that makes leaving a review effortless for your happy customers.

Google Posts & Q&A Content

We create a calendar of Google Posts — offers, updates, events, and product highlights — plus seed your Q&A section with the most common customer questions and optimised answers.

Ongoing Monitoring & Reporting

Every month we review your GBP performance — search impressions, click-throughs, direction requests, and phone calls. We adjust strategy based on what the data tells us and keep you climbing the rankings.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Choose the level of support your business needs. No hidden fees, no long-term contracts.

One-Time Setup

Perfect if your profile is unclaimed, incomplete, or underperforming.

£299

Complete GBP setup or audit
Category & attribute optimisation
Keyword-rich description
10 geo-tagged photos uploaded
Review generation link setup
NAP consistency check
Q&A seeding (5 questions)
Handover document

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Monthly Management

Ongoing optimisation to keep climbing the rankings.

£149/month

Everything in Setup
4 Google Posts per month
Review monitoring & responses
Monthly performance report
Photo updates as needed
Q&A management
Competitor tracking
Email support

Start Monthly Plan

Full Presence System

Complete digital presence management including GBP, website, SEO & content.

£1,500/month

Everything in Monthly
Website design & hosting
Full local SEO strategy
Social media management
Content creation
Dedicated account manager
Weekly check-in calls
Priority support

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Free GBP Audit

Find Out Why Your Business Is Not Showing Up on Google Maps

Submit your details and we will audit your Google Business Profile for free. We will check your profile completeness, category accuracy, review status, NAP consistency, and local ranking potential — then send you a clear action plan with exactly what to fix.

Complete GBP health check

Detailed audit report with scores

Local competition analysis

Clear action plan with priorities

Based in Fleet, Hampshire. We work with local service businesses across the UK — builders, trades, clinics, salons, consultants, and more. If you serve customers in a specific area, we can help you get found.

What Proper GBP Optimisation Delivers

A fully optimised Google Business Profile is one of the highest-ROI investments a local business can make. Here is what the data shows.

42%

More direction requests with 10+ photos

35%

More website clicks with optimised profiles

70%

Of local searches lead to a store visit within 24hrs

More enquiries with top-3 local pack ranking

As seen on Google Reviews

Fortis Media is a 5-star rated Google Business Profile in Fleet, Hampshire

Related Services

Google Business Profile optimisation works best when paired with these services.

Local SEO Foundations

On-page SEO, schema markup, and local search optimisation for your website.

Website Design

A professional, conversion-focused website that works alongside your GBP.

Fortis Presence System

Full digital presence management — GBP, website, SEO, social media & content.

Meet the Founder

Rachel Burton — 13 years building real businesses before creating Fortis. Now mastering digital marketing & AI automation to help local businesses grow.

Read her full story

Ready to Dominate Local Search?

Stop losing enquiries to competitors who rank higher on Google Maps. Get your free GBP audit today and see exactly what is holding your business back.

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