Google LSA/GBP Connection Deadline Approaches
Ensure compliance with the Google LSA and GBP connection deadline. Learn what home service companies need to know.For home service businesses relying on Local Service Ads (LSAs) to connect with customers (and FYI if you’re not, then you should!), the upcoming November 21, 2024, deadline from Google marks a critical shift. By this date, Google requires all LSAs to be linked to a verified Google Business Profile (GBP) with consistent information, including the business name, address, and phone number. This integration aligns with Google’s mission to ensure accurate and reliable business information across its platforms, benefiting both businesses and customers. With LSAs and GBPs connected, customer reviews will sync seamlessly, which is expected to improve credibility and help attract more potential clients. For home service companies, this means that a well-maintained GBP, combined with reviews displayed on LSAs, can significantly increase customer trust, click-through rates, and conversion rates. Why the