01Why is my website not showing on Google?
Usually one of three things: technical SEO issues (crawl problems, slow speeds), weak on-page signals (missing meta data, thin content), or no local SEO setup (no Google Business profile, no local schema). Most small business sites in Ottawa need work on all three.
02How long does SEO take to work?
For local Ottawa searches, 60–90 days for noticeable movement and 4–6 months for consistent gains. SEO compounds — the first quarter feels slow, the second feels fast.
03How can I improve my website's SEO?
Fix Core Web Vitals, set up Google Business Profile, add local schema, rewrite weak page titles, and publish content targeting questions your Ottawa customers actually search for.
04What is local SEO and why does it matter?
Local SEO is what gets your business into the Google Map Pack — the three results with the map. For Ottawa service businesses, that's where most of the clicks happen.
05Why does my website have no traffic?
Either nobody is searching for what you offer (keyword problem), search engines don't know your site is relevant (technical/content problem), or you rank but for the wrong terms. A free audit is where we find which.
06Is SEO worth it for small businesses?
For local Ottawa businesses, often yes. A top-3 ranking compounds — it pays you every month, indefinitely. Google Ads stops the moment you stop paying.
07How do I rank higher on Google in Ottawa?
Three priorities: (1) fully optimize your Google Business Profile, (2) build location-specific landing pages with local schema, (3) publish content that answers Ottawa-specific customer questions.
08What's the difference between SEO and Google Ads?
SEO earns rankings over time; Google Ads buys placement instantly. SEO compounds and keeps working; Ads stop when budget stops. Most Ottawa small businesses do SEO first and use Ads strategically.
09How much does SEO cost in Ottawa?
Our
SEO Growth retainer starts at $449/month. One-time audits run $400. Most small businesses get the best results from a monthly retainer that includes content, optimization, and reporting.
10Do I need ongoing SEO or just a one-time setup?
Setup matters, but SEO is a moving target. Competitors update content, Google updates algorithms, your business changes. Most Ottawa businesses that rank consistently have someone working on it monthly.