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SEO Services for Service-Based Businesses

Rank Higher. Get Found. Book More Jobs.

When someone in your area searches for your service, does your business show up first—or do your competitors?


At Murray Marketing Services, we help service-based businesses in Kearney (and across Nebraska) climb to the top of Google with smart, no-fluff SEO. From optimizing your website to writing content that answers what your customers are Googling, we’ll turn your site into a lead-generating machine.


We only take on 1 new SEO client every 14 days to give each business the attention it deserves.

"We went from 2-3 new patients a month to 12-13 new patients a month."
- Dr. Nick Dierks, Precision Dental
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"We went from $55,000 a month in revenue to $105,000 a month."
- Taylor Smith, Harvest Academy Movers
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LOW-COST, HIGH-AWARENESS

SEO Services in Nebraska

Local Listing Optimization

Turn your listings into lead magnets with rich info, keywords, and visuals that convert.

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Local SEO



Rank higher in your city and attract nearby customers who are ready to take action.

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Local Listing Management

Take control of your online presence with consistent, up-to-date listings across the web.

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Content Writing

Fuel your site with engaging, search-optimized content that speaks your customer’s language.

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Technical SEO

Fix what’s holding your site back—faster speed, better structure, and cleaner code.

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Content Optimization

Turn underperforming pages into top-ranking assets with smart SEO improvements.

What’s Included in Our SEO Services

  • On-Page Optimization

    We’ll improve the pages on your website so they’re easier for Google to understand and more helpful for potential customers. That includes:

    • SEO-optimized headlines and copy
    • Proper keyword placement (without sounding weird)
    • Fast-loading images with alt text
    • Clear calls-to-action
    • Mobile-friendly layout

  • Technical SEO Cleanup

    Behind-the-scenes fixes that make your site easier to crawl, index, and rank. We handle:

    • Broken link repair
    • Meta title & description improvements
    • Image compression and speed boosts
    • Internal linking
    • Sitemap submission and robots.txt setup

  • Local SEO Focus

    If you’re not showing up in your own city, your SEO is broken. We’ll:

    • Optimize your Google Business Profile
    • Build location pages to target nearby areas
    • Add schema markup for local services
    • Create content that ranks for “near me” searches

  • Monthly Blog Writing (Optional)

    We’ll write high-quality blog posts that:

    • Answer the most Googled questions about your service
    • Build trust and authority with your audience
    • Keep your website fresh and relevant in Google’s eyes
    • Include helpful images, clear formatting, and strong CTAs

  • Transparent Monthly Reports

    Every month, you’ll get a clear report showing how your rankings, traffic, and leads are growing. We’ll break it all down so you can actually understand what’s working—and what’s next.

LOW-COST, HIGH-AWARENESS

Why SEO Matters for Local Service Businesses

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Your competitors are doing it

If you’re not investing in SEO, you’re falling behind. Simple as that.

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90% of People Never Scroll Past Page 1

If you’re not ranking on the first page, you’re basically invisible.

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Local searches = high intent

People searching “HVAC near me” or “best plumber in Kearney” are ready to hire. We help you get in front of them.

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Reviews and content boost trust

Good SEO helps your best reviews and helpful content show up first. That builds trust before a customer even calls.

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SEO brings long-term results

Unlike ads that stop when the budget stops, SEO builds momentum over time.

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Google is the new Yellow Pages

When people need local services, they don’t flip through a phone book — they Google it.

Our SEO Process

  • Step 1

    Free SEO Audit We’ll review your site and show you what’s holding it back—and what’s working well.

  • Step 2

    Onboarding & Strategy We’ll meet to go over goals, target keywords, service areas, and site access. Then we build your custom SEO plan.

  • Step 3

    Full SEO Setup We optimize your pages, update technical settings, and fix what’s broken behind the scenes.

  • Step 4

    Ongoing Improvements Each month we monitor rankings, tweak strategy, and (if applicable) publish new content or blogs to keep your site climbing.

  • Step 5

    Monthly Reporting & Check-In We send you a simple SEO report and discuss results in plain English.

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We Are a 5-Star SEO Agency!

Common Questions About Our SEO Services

Browse common questions surrounding our SEO Services for service-based businesses.

  • What’s the difference between SEO and Google Ads?

    SEO helps your site rank naturally in search results. Google Ads are paid placements. We offer both—but SEO has longer-lasting benefits.

  • Do I need to sign a long-term contract?

    Nope. We work month-to-month because we believe in earning your business with results.

  • How long does SEO take to work?

    You may see some movement in 30 days, but real gains typically happen between 3–6 months. That’s normal for organic growth.

  • What if I don’t want blog posts?

    No problem. Blog writing is optional. We’ll focus on your main pages and technical SEO instead.

  • Do you do link building?

    We focus on what we can control—on-page SEO, local optimization, content, and technical fixes. We do not offer link building.

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