Recent content by TomW

The extension hasn't been updated in a while so it is unable to account for some of the newer layouts. Not sure if/when we'll update it. You could try the PlePer Local SEO Tools extension

New for desktop but has been like this on mobile for about a year: New Local Finder and Business Profile Test for Services Businesses Back then the Local Services Ads were not yet present but it was clear Google was setting the stage for it with that URL structure. I was able to trigger a...

There have been issues like this recently when at least 2 of the 3 results are service-area business profiles. I know Google was aware of the issue.... looks like it's still a problem. I am able to replicate the issue on searches as well. I'll pass it along to make sure they're aware it's still...

I would try using that same form but enter your Google Ads CID instead of LSA. Still go with the 'get help with Advanced Verification' option. For the Topic selection I would go with 'other question or issue' and in the field state that you have AV approval for Ads in this account but also need...

Okay, thanks for the additional info. I would open a new request. They should have reached out by now and I would not be concerned about getting pushed back if you open a new request. Let me know if you submit a new request but don't hear back within a week.

Hi, just to confirm, you have filled out this form for help and to get an update but are not hearing back? Advance Verification Request - Google Ads Help Thanks, Tom

I haven't seen indications that it's mainly bigger brands. I know a couple small ones in it. It's probably a decent mix but not sure why they picked the ones they did.

Yep, the default services are be based on all categories, and there is some overlap between categories. So HVAC contactor, Furnace repair service, Air conditioning contractor, etc will have shared services. What looks odd to me based on your category list is that there should be plumbing...

@harmony, unfortunately there's not much control of these currently. These are based on the categories of the business and not actually what you set as your specific services in the GMB dashboard. So if you're an HVAC contractor, for example, all of those will show as services you offer when a...

Hey @JoshuaMackens look in the 'Home' section of the GMB dashboard on desktop. That's where it will appear if it is available for the listing.

Oh my... what a bunch of nonsense. Thanks for sharing your exchange with the rep. Google has not been very clear about any of this and I have heard conflicting info as well, but it is possible to be in Google Ads and LSA and have the badge in GMB, Now, they could change this, of course, but I...

The tests involve a unique tracking number and the business is not charged for the leads from GMB.

There is still a lot of testing going on and you may see a few variations. You might see the badge on Maps only, you might also see it on mobile. Sometimes the listing may have a tracking phone number and other times it won't. And you may not ever see it on some listings even if the business is...

Great, thanks for confirming and glad to hear it's working okay!

Yes, it shouldn't have any issue understanding and displaying the correct info of the caller despite a double forward.