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⭐ Review Management 📍 Local SEO 🏆 Reputation Growth

Get Found on Google.
Get Chosen by Customers.

We manage your online reputation — review campaigns, Google Business Profile optimisation, and local SEO — so your business ranks higher and wins more customers, consistently.

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1,200+ businesses managed
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4.9/5 avg client rating
Reputation Score Dashboard
Monitoring
4.9
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Avg client rating after 90 days
Google Maps visibilityLocal Top 3
1,200+
Businesses managed
13+
Platforms monitored
10
Industries served
8
Cities covered
Rating improved 3.8 → 4.7
Google Business · Dr. Chen Family Dental
2h ago
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Ranked in Google local top-3
Local SEO · Glow Studio Salon, Nashville
5h ago
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Review campaign launched
Yelp + Google · Reeves Law Group
1d ago
Google Yelp Healthgrades TripAdvisor G2 +8 more
Reputation Management · Review Strategy · Local SEO 1,200+ businesses growing their reputation 4.9★ average client rating Google Business Profile optimisation Review request campaigns across 13+ platforms Local SEO · Google Maps · Review Management 10 industries · 8 cities · 13+ platforms Reputation Management · Review Strategy · Local SEO 1,200+ businesses growing their reputation 4.9★ average client rating Google Business Profile optimisation 1,200+ businesses trust The Review Makers Google Business Profile optimisation Review request campaigns across 13+ platforms Local SEO · Google Maps · Reputation Monitoring
1,200+
Businesses managed
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4.9★ Avg
Client rating after 90 days
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13+ Platforms
Monitored & managed
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10 Industries
With dedicated strategies
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8 Cities
Local SEO expertise
Why It Works
Reputation Management
That Actually Moves the Needle

Review strategy, reputation monitoring, and local SEO — done for you, across every platform and industry you operate in.

Full-Stack Reputation Management

From automated review request campaigns to Google Business Profile management and local SEO — we handle the full picture so your business ranks where it matters.

Review Mgmt
Local SEO
GBP Optim.
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Ongoing Monitoring & Support

We track your reputation across all platforms 24/7 — flagging negative trends and keeping your profiles accurate and active.

Real-time reputation alerts
Review response management
Monthly performance reports
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Review Request Campaigns That Convert

We build automated email and SMS campaigns that turn your satisfied customers into vocal advocates — on the platforms that matter most for your industry.

★★★★★
"Outstanding service from start to finish. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a trusted professional."
— Sarah M. · Google · Verified
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Average ROI

Clients see measurable business growth within the first 60 days.

+41%
revenue growth for businesses at 4.5★+ vs below 4★ · Womply
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13+ Platforms

Google, Yelp, Healthgrades, TripAdvisor, G2, Zillow, Trustpilot, Avvo, Capterra & more.

13+
review platforms supported
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Industry Expertise

12 verticals. Each with its own platform strategy, messaging, and review playbook.

12
industries specialised in
Before
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After 90 Days
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218 reviews · Active this week
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Real Results
What 90 Days with
The Review Makers Looks Like

This is an actual client result — a dental practice that went from 18 mixed reviews to 218 verified 5-star ratings. Their Google Maps ranking jumped from page 2 to the local 3-pack.

+200
New Google reviews
3.4→4.9
Star rating jump
+40%
New patient calls
90 days
Total time to result
The Process
Done For You in 3 Steps

You focus on running your business. We handle your entire review strategy from audit to ongoing growth.

1

Free Reputation Audit

We analyse your current reviews, benchmark every competitor, and identify exactly where you're losing customers to lower-rated rivals.

Delivered in 24 hours
2

Custom Campaign Built

We design a multi-platform review strategy for your industry, create outreach sequences, and set up everything on your behalf — no work on your end.

Set up in 3–5 days
3

Reviews Go Live

Authentic customer feedback starts flowing as your campaigns go live. We monitor every platform and send detailed monthly performance reports so you always know where you stand.

Live within days
Platforms
Every Platform Your Customers Use

Click a platform to see what we do, the SEO impact, and what it costs to get started.

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TA TripAdvisor
G2 G2
Zl Zillow
Tp Trustpilot

Best For

Local search ranking and new customer discovery via Google Maps — the highest ROI platform for any local business. Boosts your position in the Google Local 3-pack.

SEO impact: Extremely High

Who Needs It

Every local business. Dental, legal, home services, beauty, healthcare, automotive, hospitality — if you serve local customers, Google reviews are non-negotiable.

Starting At

$199
per campaign · no monthly fee

Best For

Restaurants, beauty salons, home services, and professional services in urban markets. Yelp dominates local discovery for 25–45 year old consumers.

SEO impact: High

Who Needs It

Restaurants, hair salons, spas, plumbers, electricians, law firms, and any business where urban millennial discovery matters most.

Starting At

$179
per campaign · no monthly fee

Best For

Doctors, dentists, therapists, and medical specialists. Healthgrades consistently ranks on page 1 for healthcare searches — often above practice websites.

SEO impact: Very High (healthcare)

Who Needs It

Any licensed healthcare provider — GPs, dentists, chiropractors, psychiatrists, OBGYNs, orthodontists, and specialty clinics.

Starting At

$249
per campaign · no monthly fee

Best For

Hotels, restaurants, tours, activities, and hospitality businesses. TripAdvisor drives over 1 billion monthly visitors making travel and dining decisions.

SEO impact: High (hospitality)

Who Needs It

Hotels, B&Bs, restaurants, tour operators, travel agencies, attractions, and any tourism-facing business competing in a destination market.

Starting At

$219
per campaign · no monthly fee

Best For

SaaS companies and B2B software products. G2 is the primary research platform for software buyers — more reviews directly increases trial signups and demo requests.

SEO impact: Extremely High (SaaS)

Who Needs It

Any SaaS product competing for enterprise or SMB buyers. G2 badges ("Leader", "High Performer") appear on product pages and drive significant conversion lift.

Starting At

$299
per campaign · no monthly fee

Best For

Real estate agents and brokers. Zillow reviews are the #1 trust signal for home buyers and sellers researching agents — more reviews = more enquiries.

SEO impact: Very High (real estate)

Who Needs It

Residential and commercial real estate agents, brokers, property managers, and mortgage advisors looking to stand out in competitive local markets.

Starting At

$229
per campaign · no monthly fee

Best For

E-commerce brands, online services, and businesses with a global or national customer base. Trustpilot reviews build consumer confidence before purchase decisions.

SEO impact: High (e-commerce/national)

Who Needs It

Online retailers, subscription services, financial services, insurance companies, and any business converting online visitors into paying customers.

Starting At

$199
per campaign · no monthly fee
Industries
Built for Your Industry

Each industry has different platforms, buyer psychology, and review strategy. We've cracked the code for all 10.

Local Expertise
We're Already in Your Market

Local search is hyper-competitive. We know the platforms, the competitors, and the review strategies that win in each city we serve.

View All Locations →
Local-First Strategy
We don't run generic campaigns. Every city gets a tailored review strategy built around its local competitors, platforms, and search trends.
8 Cities
with dedicated local reputation teams
1,020+
Local clients served
4.9★
Avg rating achieved
Local
3-pack ranking focus
GBP
Profile optimisation
Cities We Serve
Austin, TX Nashville, TN Charlotte, NC Raleigh, NC Tampa, FL Jacksonville, FL Salt Lake City, UT Boise, ID
Explore Your City →
🗺️8 cities with dedicated local strategies
📍Local 3-pack ranking focus in every market
📈Competitor benchmarking included for your city
📊Monthly reports on rankings & review growth
Client Results
Real Businesses. Real Growth.
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Dental
Legal
Beauty
Healthcare
📍 Yelp · Beauty
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"Our Yelp ranking went from page 3 to the top 5 in Nashville in under 6 weeks. Bookings are up 28% month-over-month and we didn't run a single ad."

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Amanda Williams
Glow Studio Salon — Nashville, TN
📈+28% bookings · Top 5 Yelp Nashville
📍 Google Maps · Legal
★★★★★

"As a law firm, trust is everything. Going from 3.7 to 4.8 stars on Google changed our inbound lead volume completely. We now rank in the local 3-pack for our main practice areas."

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Michael Reeves, Esq.
Reeves & Associates — Charlotte, NC
📈3.7 → 4.8★ Google · Local 3-pack ranking
4.9★
Client satisfaction
1,200+
Businesses served
10,000+
Review requests sent/month
90-day
Satisfaction commitment
Why TRM
The Done-For-You
Advantage

While competitors sell you software and leave you to do all the work, we handle everything — strategy, setup, outreach, and ongoing growth.

Measurable Results Within 90 Days

Most clients see significant rating improvements and Google Maps ranking gains within the first quarter — not "eventually."

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Dedicated Account Management

You get a named account manager who knows your industry, monitors your reputation, and proactively optimises your campaigns.

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Industry-Specific Playbooks

A dental practice and a law firm need completely different review strategies. We have 12 proven playbooks ready.

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No Monthly Retainer Required

Pay per campaign. No recurring software fees. No 12-month lock-ins. Results first, then you decide to continue.

How We Stack Up
Feature TRM DIY Tools Others
Done-for-you service~
Results within 90 days
Dedicated account manager~
Industry specialisation✓ 12~~
13+ platform support~~
No monthly SaaS fee
Free audit included
People Also Ask
Your Reputation Management Questions — Answered

The most common questions businesses ask before starting a reputation strategy — sourced from real searches, Reddit threads, and Quora discussions.

How do online reviews affect my Google Maps ranking?
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Reviews are one of Google's top 3 local ranking signals — alongside proximity and relevance. Businesses with higher review volume, stronger star ratings, and consistent recent activity appear in the local 3-pack far more reliably. Google has confirmed that "responding to reviews and having more high-quality reviews" directly improves your local ranking. In fact, 79% of all online reviews are on Google, making it the single most important platform for local search visibility.
What star rating do I need to appear in Google's local top 3?
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Businesses that consistently rank in the local 3-pack typically maintain a 4.8★ rating or higher. Anything below 4.0★ is a significant barrier — research shows 85% of consumers avoid businesses rated under 4 stars before even reading a single review. Your target should be a sustained average of 4.7★ or above, backed by a regular flow of new reviews to keep your profile fresh in Google's eyes.
How many reviews do I need to outrank competitors?
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There's no universal number — it depends on what your competitors already have. If the top businesses in your area have 150+ reviews, you'll need comparable volume to compete. What matters just as much as quantity is velocity (how many new reviews you're getting per month) and recency. Google rewards businesses that show consistent, ongoing engagement — not those with a large but stagnant review count from years ago.
Does responding to customer reviews improve my SEO?
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Yes — Google's own guidelines list responding to reviews as a best practice that improves local ranking. When you respond to reviews, Google sees your business as actively engaged with customers, which increases credibility signals. Beyond SEO, businesses that respond to reviews convert 45% more potential customers than those that don't, according to Harvard Business Review research. Both positive and negative reviews should receive timely, professional responses.
Why do recent reviews matter more than old ones?
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Google's algorithm prioritises review recency heavily. A business with 300 reviews from 3 years ago will often rank below a competitor with 80 reviews from the past 6 months. Fresh reviews signal that your business is currently active, relevant, and serving customers. Aim for at least 2–4 new reviews per month at minimum — more for competitive industries. Review velocity (the pace of incoming reviews) is one of the strongest ranking signals Google uses for the local 3-pack.
Which review platform should I focus on first?
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Always start with Google — it drives the most local search traffic and directly impacts your Maps ranking. From there, your priority platforms depend on your industry: Healthgrades and Zocdoc for healthcare and dental, Yelp for restaurants and beauty, Zillow for real estate, G2 and Capterra for SaaS, TripAdvisor for hospitality, Avvo for legal, and DealerRater for automotive. We build a custom platform strategy for each client based on their industry and local competition.
Is it legal to ask customers to leave reviews?
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Absolutely — asking satisfied customers to share their experience is not only legal, it's the strategy used by leading enterprise brands and recommended by Google itself. The key is to ask at the right moment (after a positive experience) through email, SMS, or QR codes. What's prohibited under FTC guidelines is offering incentives (discounts, gifts) in exchange for reviews, or selectively only asking customers you know are happy. Our campaigns are fully compliant with all platform guidelines and FTC requirements.
What's the difference between reputation management and review management?
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Review management focuses specifically on your star ratings and review presence — generating new reviews, monitoring what's being said, and responding to feedback. Reputation management is broader: it encompasses your Google Business Profile optimisation, local SEO, how your brand appears in search results, sentiment monitoring across platforms, and crisis response. We treat both as one integrated strategy, because your ranking and your reputation are inseparable in local search.
How does my Google Business Profile affect local SEO?
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Your Google Business Profile (GBP) is the single most important piece of real estate for local search. A fully optimised GBP — with accurate business name, address and phone (NAP consistency), correct category selection, high-quality photos, detailed service descriptions, and a regular flow of fresh reviews — directly determines whether you appear in the Google Maps local 3-pack. Incomplete or outdated GBPs are the #1 reason businesses lose local search traffic to competitors, even when they offer a better service.
How long does reputation management take to show results?
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Most clients see measurable improvements in their Google Maps ranking and review profile within 60–90 days. The first 30 days focus on audit, profile optimisation, and campaign setup. Significant review growth and ranking movement typically become visible in months 2 and 3 — and compound from there. Local SEO is a long-term asset: businesses that consistently invest in their reputation see compounding returns in rankings, traffic, and customer enquiries month over month.

Free Reputation & SEO Audit

We'll analyse your Google Business Profile, review presence, and local search rankings — and show you exactly how to outrank competitors in your market.

Get My Free Audit →
★★★★★ Rated 4.9/5 by 1,200+ clients

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