Google Maps Local Search Visibility Audit – Valley Heating

Valley Heating, Cooling, Electrical and Solar has a trusted name in the community. A current look at Google Maps local search results shows that competitors often appear higher when people search in San Jose and Santa Clara County.


Source: The Local Finder page in Google Maps shows exactly where Valley Heating appears in ranking—the same list customers see when they click “More businesses” under the map.


Goal: Reach the Top 3 Google Maps positions within 90 days so more customers click, call, and book—without relying on expensive paid ads.

San Jose Local Visibility Snapshot

Across the most common San Jose searches, Valley Heating currently lands between #11 and #60+. These positions explain why competitors get more map clicks and calls.

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  • Close to the top: Heating & Cooling (San Jose), HVAC Installation (San Jose), HVAC Contractors (San Jose).
  • Mid-pack: Air Conditioning Repair (San Jose), HVAC Repair (San Jose).
  • Hidden or far down: Emergency searches (San Jose), AC Repair (San Jose) are below the main map view.

Santa Clara County Regional Snapshot

Across county-level searches, rankings range from Top 10 to 40+. Emergency phrases are weaker across the county, which suppresses urgent calls.

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  • Strong: Heating System Installations (Santa Clara County).
  • Mid-range: HVAC Installation, Furnace Repair, Heat Pump Repair, HVAC Contractors (Santa Clara County).
  • Low or absent: County-level emergency keywords need attention

Visibility Summary

  • In San Jose, many terms sit in the #20–#60 range, which is below where most customers look.
  • In Santa Clara County, installations perform better than emergency terms.
  • Competitors like Fuse HVAC, IRBIS, TRIO, and Search Champion often hold the top map spots and get the majority of calls.

Conclusion 
You already have trust and coverage—Google just needs clearer, consistent signals so you rise into the Top 3 across the areas you serve.

Results of our Keyword Research

(based on search queries deemed common, relevant and high-intent for Valley Heating in San Jose and Santa Clara County)

HERE IS THE SUGGESTED ACTION PLAN, INCLUDING ALL 25 COMMON AND HIGH-VALUE KEYWORDS

RELEVANT AND  APPLICABLE TO VALLEY HEATING.
 The rankings are based on actual Google Maps Local Search results page on October 28, 2025 (AM).


🎯 Full Local Map Action Plan: All 25 Keywords

🌟 1. Critical Fixes & Near-Wins (Highest Priority)

These keywords are either closest to the top (high potential) or are completely invisible (critical gaps that need urgent attention).

  • Heating and Cooling San Jose (#4): Post a weekly Google Update about a “Heating and Cooling” job.
  • Heating System Installations Santa Clara County (#4): Get a few new reviews that mention “heating system installations” and the county name.
  • Emergency HVAC Service San Jose (#38): Set the “24-Hour Service” attribute on your Google Business Profile and create a dedicated Emergency Service page on your website.
  • Emergency HVAC Repair Santa Clara County (Not in Top 100): Update your Google Profile service areas to clearly list all cities and ZIP codes in the county.
  • Emergency Electrician San Jose (Not in Top 100): Add “Electrician” as a secondary GBP category and create a dedicated Emergency Electrician landing page on your site.


📝 2. Core Service & Content Optimization

This section covers HVAC, Electrical, and Solar services that require specific updates to your website and Google Business Profile for better local relevance and ranking strength.

  • HVAC Repair San Jose (#17): Get more reviews that mention “HVAC Repair San Jose.”
  • Air Conditioning Repair San Jose (#16): Confirm that “Air Conditioning Repair Service” is a secondary category on your Google profile.
  • HVAC Installation San Jose (#14): Create a detailed “Installation Services” page on your website and link it to your profile.
  • AC Repair San Jose (#34): Upload geo-tagged photos of recent AC repair jobs and include them in Google Posts.
  • HVAC Contractors San Jose (#11): Ensure your business Name, Address, and Phone (NAP) are identical across all online listings.
  • Emergency HVAC San Jose (#36): Add the word “emergency” to your services list and include it in the Q&A section of your profile.
  • Emergency HVAC Repair San Jose (#34): Add before-and-after emergency job photos and service posts to boost relevance.
  • Electrical Panel Upgrade San Jose (#90): Create a detailed “Electrical Panel Upgrade” service page and add “Electrician” as a secondary GBP category.
  • Solar Panel Installation San Jose (#27): Add a dedicated Solar Installation service to your Google profile with a direct link to the matching webpage.
  • HVAC Installation Santa Clara County (#17): Build a Santa Clara County service area page highlighting installation services.
  • HVAC Contractors Santa Clara County (#19): Build county-level citations and add “Santa Clara County” to your GBP service descriptions.
  • HVAC Repair Santa Clara County (#31): Make sure all website content consistently mentions “Santa Clara County” service areas.
  • Furnace Repair Santa Clara County (#29): Add seasonal furnace service posts and high-quality photos to your profile.
  • Heat Pump Repair Santa Clara County (#32): Highlight your Heat Pump expertise in both profile photos and descriptions.
  • Emergency HVAC Service Santa Clara County (#41): Add “24-hour emergency” details to your profile and post job updates tagged in the county.
  • Emergency HVAC Santa Clara County (#43): Expand local citations and use “Santa Clara County” wording across your site and Google profile.


👑 3. Reputation & Prestige Keywords

These keywords depend entirely on consistent reviews, local prominence, and visible trust signals. Focus on steady review growth and showcasing recognitions or community trust.

  • Best HVAC Service San Jose (#39): Focus on getting more 5-star reviews every single week.
  • Top HVAC San Jose (#56): Add updates and geo-tagged photos that include “top-rated HVAC.”
  • Best HVAC Service Santa Clara County (#47): Increase review volume and highlight awards or recognitions on your profile.
  • Best HVAC in Santa Clara County (#36): Create website content emphasizing that you are the “trusted HVAC company in Santa Clara County.”

You Rank #1 - at the Top of Google Local Maps for "heating and cooling in silicon valley ca" !!

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The 6 Things That Make Your Phone Ring

(1) Keep Your Google Business Page in Top Shape
Weekly posts, updated services, fresh photos. Result: You appear when locals search “HVAC near me.”

(2) Make Your Contact Info Match Everywhere
We fix mismatches on Yelp, Angi, BBB, Apple Maps. Result: Google trusts and shows you more.

(3) Grow and Respond to 5-Star Reviews
We help you get more reviews and reply fast. Result: Higher rankings and more calls.

(4) Make Your Website Back Up What Google Sees
We align service pages and locations with your Google profile. Result: More map visibility.

(5) Earn Local Mentions and Community Links
Local connections signal you’re the trusted choice. Result: Closer to the Top 3.

(6) Turn Visibility into Calls and Bookings
Mobile-ready speed, “Call Now” buttons, and tracking. Result: More calls, more booked jobs, clear ROI.

90-DAY PRELIMINARY PLAN & PRICING

Phase 1 – Foundation (Weeks 1–2)
Optimize GBP primary category to "HVAC Contractor," add secondaries (Air Conditioning Repair, Furnace Repair). Embed San Jose + service keywords in business description. Audit NAP consistency across Yelp, HomeAdvisor, Angi. Add Schema markup on website service pages. Optimize low-ranking "emergency" keywords.


Phase 2 – Content & Engagement  (Weeks 3–6)
Publish 2 weekly GBP posts targeting "emergency AC repair San Jose" and "furnace maintenance near me." Implement manual review request process via follow-up texts/emails (goal: 10+ Google reviews). Add 10+ geo-tagged service photos or 3 videos from completed jobs. Create location pages for Willow Glen, Almaden Valley, and Cambrian Park.


Phase 3 – Market Expansion (Weeks 7–12)
Build 10 local citations on free platforms (Google Business, Bing Places, Apple Maps, Nextdoor, Facebook, or Yelp). Expand service areas to Campbell, Los Gatos, Santa Clara with dedicated landing pages. Weekly rank tracking for "HVAC San Jose" + 5 service/location combos. Bi-weekly reporting on Maps impressions, direction requests, and call attribution.


Pricing Line
Investment: The estimated monthly investment to fix your critical issues and aggressively drive your rankings in the competitive San Jose/Santa Clara County market is $1,200 per month 90-120 day campaign.  No Contracts, Month-to-Month, Cancel Anytime.