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Why Getting Google Guaranteed Is a Game-Changer for Local Businesses in the UK

July 04, 20252 min read

f you're a local business looking to win more leads, Google Guaranteed could be your secret weapon. This green tick badge not only boosts trust — it helps put your business front and centre when potential customers are searching.

Here’s why getting verified with Google Guaranteed is more important than ever.

🔍 What Is Google Guaranteed?

Google Guaranteed is part of Local Services Ads (LSA), a premium Google advertising feature available to select UK trades and service businesses.

When your business is “Google Guaranteed,” it shows:

  • A ✅ green badge of trust

  • A prominent ad placement at the top of Google

  • Google’s money-back guarantee to customers (up to a capped amount)

In short: more visibility, more clicks, and more conversions.

🚀 Why It’s Important for Local Businesses

In a competitive market, trust is everything. The Google Guaranteed badge:

  • Increases customer confidence instantly

  • Reduces lead drop-off by proving you're vetted

  • Boosts lead volume by placing you above organic and standard ads

  • Comes with pay-per-lead pricing, not pay-per-click — saving money

For industries like plumbers, electricians, locksmiths, roofers, window cleaners, and more — this badge can make all the difference.

🧾 What You Need to Qualify

To get Google Guaranteed, you’ll need to complete a few steps:

  1. Pass Google’s background checks (DBS or criminal record checks for owner & staff)

  2. Submit proof of business registration (Companies House or sole trader info)

  3. Show active public liability insurance

  4. Have a strong review profile on Google

  5. Operate in an eligible category and service area

It can take 2–4 weeks to get approved if everything is in order.

🛠️ How SMB Booster Can Help You Get Guaranteed

We know it can be confusing and time-consuming to get verified — so we’ve built a done-for-you Google Guaranteed setup service to make it easy.

✅ We handle your account setup
✅ Help you with insurance & verification checks
✅ Build or optimise your Local Services Ad profile
✅ Improve your Google reviews & local ranking
✅ Build a professional lead-converting website if needed

You focus on the work — we’ll get you the badge.


📈 Final Thoughts about Google Guarantee.

Getting your business Google Guaranteed isn’t just about a badge — it’s about building trust, getting more leads, and standing out in your local area.

Ready to boost your visibility and fill your calendar with qualified leads?

👉 Let SMB Booster help you get verified and win more business.
Contact us today or message us to get started.

Over 20 years of online business experience and working in the building, trades, landscaping and wellness industries.

Steve Sanger

Over 20 years of online business experience and working in the building, trades, landscaping and wellness industries.

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