SEO Durham – Local Search Visibility for Durham Businesses

If your customers are in Durham but your website isn’t showing up when they search, you’re leaving money on the table. I help local businesses in Durham get found on Google for the searches that actually lead to enquiries, bookings and sales.

With over 20 years’ experience helping small businesses grow online, I specialise in practical, no-nonsense SEO that fits real-world budgets.

Local SEO That Brings You More of the Right Visitors

I focus on local search terms that Durham customers are actually typing into Google, such as:

• “electrician in Durham”

• “Durham web design”

• “accountant near me Durham”

• “plumber in DH1 / DH7”

Rather than chasing vanity rankings, we target keywords that are likely to turn into phone calls, quote requests and bookings.

What’s Included in My Durham SEO Service?

1. Local SEO Audit

A clear picture of where you stand now, including:

• How your website is performing technically

• Where you appear (or don’t) in local search

• What competitors in Durham are doing better

You’ll get a plain-English summary, not a 40-page report you’ll never read.

2. On-Page Optimisation

I improve the key pages on your site so Google understands exactly who you serve and where, including:

• Clear, keyword-informed headings and copy

• Optimised page titles and meta descriptions

• Local relevance signals (areas covered, services, testimonials, FAQs)

3. Local Landing Pages for Durham & Surrounding Areas

If you serve more than one area around Durham, I can create focused landing pages for places like:

• Durham City

• Chester-le-Street

• Consett & Stanley

• Bishop Auckland & Crook

Each written to attract local searches and convert visitors into enquiries.

4. Google Business Profile Optimisation

I help you get more from your Google Business Profile (the map listing), by:

• Optimising your description, services and categories

• Adding photos and posts

• Encouraging and showcasing customer reviews

Who I Work With in Durham

I work mainly with:

• Trades and home services

• Professional services (accountants, consultants, coaches)

• Local retail, hospitality and leisure businesses

• Small firms who want a trusted, long-term partner rather than a faceless agency

If you’re based in or around Durham and want more of the right people finding you online, we’ll be a good fit.

How the Durham SEO Process Works

1. Free initial chat – we talk about your business, current website and goals.

2. Quick SEO review – I look at your site, analytics and search presence.

3. Clear action plan – you get a simple, prioritised plan of what to fix first.

4. Implementation – I can handle everything for you, or work alongside your existing web developer.

5. Ongoing support – monthly check-ins, tweaks and reports so you always know what’s happening.

SEO Durham – FAQs

How long does SEO take to work in Durham?
Most local businesses start to see movement in 4–8 weeks, with stronger results building over 3–6 months. It depends on competition, your current site and how quickly we implement changes.

Do I need a new website?
Not always. If your current site is fundamentally sound, we can often improve rankings without a full rebuild. If a new site would be more cost-effective, I’ll tell you straight.

Is there a long-term contract?
No. I offer clear packages and flexible, rolling arrangements. You stay because it’s working, not because you’re tied in.

Ready to Be Found in Durham?

If you’d like more local customers finding you on Google, let’s talk.

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Want more local enquiries from Google in Durham?
Get in touch for a friendly chat and a free, no-obligation SEO review.

• Phone: 07917 698 334

• Email: info@totalresults.co.uk

• Or use the contact form to tell me a bit about your business.

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