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Reviews

How to respond to a bad Google review

Reply once, in public, within a day or two. Thank them, own what is true, and move the details to a phone call. Never argue.

Oct 14, 2026 · Reviews
How to respond to a bad Google review
Reply once, in public, within a day or two. Thank them, own what is true, and move the details to a phone call. Never argue.
Oct 13, 2026 · Reviews
Can you offer a discount for a Google review?
No. Google prohibits discounts, free service or payment in exchange for a review, so ask for an honest review and offer nothing in return.
Oct 12, 2026 · Reviews
A Google review request text customers actually answer
Send a short, personal text with your review link within a few hours of the job, and ask for an honest review with no reward attached.
Oct 9, 2026 · Reviews
How to find your Google review link and send it in 10 seconds
Open your Business Profile, choose Read reviews, then Get more reviews, and copy the link. Save it once on your phone so sending takes seconds.
Oct 8, 2026 · Reviews
How to get more Google reviews from customers after every job
Ask every customer in person before you leave, then send a text with your review link within the hour, and you will collect more reviews.
Oct 7, 2026 · Reviews
How many new reviews it takes to raise your star rating
Google shows the average of all your star ratings, so the number of 5-star reviews you need comes from simple math on your own count.
Oct 2, 2026 · Reviews
How many Google reviews does a home service business need?
Google sets no required number. Aim to have more recent reviews than the businesses that show up next to you on Maps.

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