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OVERCOMING YOUR BIGGEST HURDLES

We'll change the way you grow your business.

Hyper focused local SEO marketing strategies designed to secure a steady stream of new, loyal customers while building trust and confidence in your services.

Manage Fluctuations
Beat Out Competition
Streamline Appointments
Manage Customer Expectations

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Manage Fluctuations in Shop Hours

You need to fill your shop with jobs throughout the weeks and months of the year. Steady visibility and rankings means you’ll fill timeslots, employee hours, and keep everyone happy.

Beat Out Competition and Maintain Loyal Customers

A highly competitive market where potential customers need your service ASAP means you must show up in Search Results to win the job. Our SEO will put you on top of your competitors so you can attract and retain customers.

Streamline Appointments and Bookings

Your customers value convenience when it comes to booking appointments and your website plays a critical role in facilitating this. Don’t lose out on a potential customer because your competitor’s website is easier to use or faster to respond to an inquiry.

Manage Customer Expectations with Clear Communication

Setting clear expectations through effective communication begins with your website. Crafting the right messaging and providing concise information will help establish realistic expectations that you can confidently meet. Let’s ensure your website makes a stellar first impression!

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"After working with 1st on the List to create our new website, I couldn’t be happier with the results. After a few short months, we have already seen multiple new business leads come through and the number continues to grow each month. The design and layout are great and they kept the project well managed throughout the entire process. I would highly recommend using 1st on the List for all of your digital marketing needs."

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Bill Davidson

Owner, Raydar Collision Group

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WINNING STRATEGIES SPECIFIC TO YOU

Powerful, Targeted Automotive SEO Services

If you are like a lot of the other automotive service businesses we help, you need to get the biggest return on your marketing efforts as it can feel like a big investment. This is why we focus on relevant and successful SEO strategies for local service-based automotive providers like QA Collision.

Google Business Listing

The highly coveted ranking on Maps when people search for your services “near me”. Let’s ensure your Google Business Profile is complete and optimized, ready to gain exposure and provide searchers with the information they need.

Citations (NAP)

Make sure your business Name, Address, and Phone Number are correct no matter where someone is looking. This consistency is crucial for achieving the SEO results you need. It contributes to the trust and reliability your brand needs to establish.

Keyword Targeting

Picking the right keywords for a local SEO campaign is crucial because it directly impacts whether your business appears in relevant local searches. Targeting specific, location-based keywords ensures your business attracts local customers actively searching for your services, driving relevant traffic and potential conversions to your website.

Website Optimization

Website optimization for automotive companies involves fine-tuning the site’s performance, usability, and content to enhance user experience, attract more visitors, and ultimately drive conversions and leads within your competitive market.

Content Marketing

Address all of your customers’ questions and help shape their expectations of your services, all while incorporating the keywords needed to gain rankings.

Google Ads

We run smart, targeted Google Ads campaigns to maximize visibility and get the most from your budget. Through strategic keyword research, compelling ad copy, and careful campaign management, we optimize every dollar for higher click-through rates, more leads, and increased bookings. Continuous analysis and refinements ensure your ads deliver real results.

Online Reviews

Encourage satisfied customers to leave positive reviews on platforms like Google My Business, Yelp, and other niche-specific directories. Respond to reviews promptly to demonstrate your commitment to customer satisfaction.

Monitoring and Analysis

Regularly monitor your website traffic, keyword rankings, and local search performance using analytics tools. Adjust your SEO strategy based on insights and performance metrics to continually improve your online presence.

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PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

Stories of People Like You

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Strategic website redesign to drive new growth and attract more auto shops into their already strong network.

QA Collision knew that a strong digital presence was key to its next stage of growth. With our long-standing SEO partnership, we helped them overhaul their website with a fresh design and high-quality content to improve rankings, showcase their network, and attract more auto body shops. See how this transformation is driving their expansion!

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Sleek, high-performance website designed to drive local traffic and capture attention

The project required modernizing an outdated collision repair website while maintaining its existing SEO value. Priorities included creating a lightning-fast WordPress design that reflects a contemporary, professional image and simplifying the content to clarify the client’s messaging. Ensuring a seamless migration of previous SEO efforts while balancing design, functionality, and performance was critical, and the team collaborated across disciplines to deliver an exceptional result.

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Local SEO That Keeps You Booked and Busy

1st on the List specializes in automotive SEO services tailored for mechanics, tire shops, autobody shops, and carwashes. Their targeted strategies are designed to boost digital marketing efforts and expand customer bases.

Understanding the importance of local clientele for automotive businesses, 1st on the List emphasizes hyper-focused local SEO marketing strategies. This approach ensures a consistent influx of loyal customers while building trust and confidence in the services offered.

Beyond SEO, 1st on the List offers a suite of services including website design, pay-per-click advertising, and content development. This holistic approach ensures that all aspects of an autobody or mechanic shop's online presence are optimized for success.

With over 25 years in business and more than 2,000 clients served, 1st on the List has a history of delivering sustainable results. Their commitment to ethical practices and adherence to search engine guidelines ensures long-term growth and client satisfaction.

We’re a team of friendly, knowledgeable Canadian SEO experts who genuinely care about your business. We’re easy to talk to, responsive, and committed to helping you grow with integrity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Running an autobody or mechanic shop is challenging—your online presence shouldn’t be. Below, we answer common questions about how SEO can help you attract more customers and grow your business.

Automotive SEO can help you attract more local customers to your business by optimizing your website and online presence to appear prominently in local search results. This is called Local SEO and includes optimizing your website for local keywords, such as “auto repair near me” or “car detailing [city]”, creating and optimizing Google My Business listings, and obtaining positive reviews from satisfied customers. Additionally, local SEO tactics such as local link building, citation management, and geo-targeted content can further enhance your visibility in local search results. By implementing these strategies, automotive SEO can effectively target and attract potential customers in your local area, driving more foot traffic and leads to your business.

We understand your frustration, and we’re here to make a difference. Unlike some past experiences, our approach to SEO is comprehensive and tailored to your specific needs. We begin by conducting a thorough analysis of your previous SEO efforts to identify areas for improvement. Our team then implements a customized strategy that combines proven tactics such as technical optimizations, content create and ongoing monitoring. We’re committed to delivering tangible outcomes and measurable success for your automotive business.

The timeline for seeing results from an automotive SEO strategy for mechanics, tireshops, autobody repair shops, and other related businesses can vary based on several factors, including the competitiveness of your market and the current state of your website. Generally, you may start to see improvements in your search engine rankings within a few weeks to a few months. However, significant results, such as increased organic traffic and leads, typically require ongoing effort and may take several months to a year to fully materialize. It’s important to remember that SEO is a long-term investment, and consistent optimization efforts are key to achieving sustainable results over time.

Generally speaking, our automotive SEO services range in price from $800 – 2,000/month, depending on your website, competitiveness of your target market, and business goals. We have Local SEO packages as well as Custom SEO packages to meet your needs.

Yes, we provide comprehensive services for website design, development, and hosting. Whether your website needs a fresh design, technical improvements, or ongoing maintenance, we have you covered. Our services encompass everything from initial concept to launch and beyond, ensuring your website remains optimized and functional for your business needs.

Yes, we offer ongoing SEO maintenance and support services through monthly maintenance plans designed to nurture and grow rankings. These plans include continuous work on the website, data analysis, and reports that focus on key ROI metrics such as traffic, phone calls, and web inquiries.

There are countless resources and ideas of how to use social media and there is no one right way to do it. Your budget will likely dictate how much time and resources you are able to dedicate to your Social profiles. Through the process you need to know your audience, share relevant content, stay consistent, and ultimately be authentic in order to engage and forge meaningful relationships. Some popular content for automotive companies to share through social media are before and after images, educational tips, troubleshooting guides, team highlights, and sharing reviews.

Absolutely! Online reviews and ratings not only influence potential customers’ perceptions of your automotive business but also impact your search engine optimization (SEO) efforts. Positive reviews can improve your business’s visibility in search engine results pages (SERPs), as search engines like Google consider factors such as review quantity, quality, and diversity when determining rankings. Additionally, customer reviews provide valuable user-generated content that can enhance the relevance and authority of your website, further boosting your SEO efforts. Conversely, negative reviews can have the opposite effect, potentially lowering your search rankings and driving potential customers away. Therefore, actively managing and monitoring your online reviews is crucial for both reputation management and SEO success in the automotive industry.

Whether you should also run Google AdWords or sponsored social media posts alongside SEO depends on your specific marketing goals and strategy. SEO focuses on improving your organic visibility in search results over time, whereas paid advertising offers immediate visibility through targeted ads.

If your goal is to quickly generate leads or drive traffic to specific landing pages, paid advertising can be highly effective. It allows you to target specific demographics, interests, and behaviors, reaching potential customers who may not be reached through organic search alone. Additionally, paid advertising can complement your SEO efforts by providing additional exposure for important keywords and attracting traffic while you work on improving your organic rankings.

However, if your primary goal is to establish long-term visibility and authority in your industry, SEO is essential. It helps build a strong foundation for your online presence, ensuring sustainable traffic growth and increased brand awareness over time.

Ultimately, the decision to run Google AdWords or sponsored social media posts alongside SEO should be based on your unique marketing objectives, budget, and target audience. A well-rounded digital marketing strategy may include a combination of both organic and paid tactics to maximize results and reach your overall business goals.

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Be the First Shop Customers Find and Trust

In the automotive world, reputation and visibility mean everything—both on the road and online. Your customers are searching for trustworthy mechanics and autobody shops right now, and if you’re not showing up, your competitors are. Our job is to make sure your shop stands out, brings in more calls, and keeps your bays full. Let’s get your business the online presence it deserves.

Keiran Griffiths

Managing Director, 1st on the List

Let’s Drive More Customers To Your Garage.

Growth doesn’t happen by chance. Let’s look at where you are, what’s holding you back, and how to get more visibility, more bookings, and more control over your online success. Use this form to book a call with Keiran to start building a smarter SEO strategy.

“Your expertise has been a tremendous asset to our company ... in the last 6 months of 2024, we had larger average job size, qualified leads and some we didn't need to bid and compete for.”

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Keen on Green

“We have seen a steady increase in web traffic and quality leads since first working with 1st on the List. And we continue to see monthly increases through their efforts.”

David Perkinson

PRI Graphics

"They have helped my firm grow organic web traffic month over month and their ongoing support and guidance is something you don’t typically receive from other established competitors.

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Manning Elliott LLP

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