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Top SEO Companies Richmond, VA

Many Richmond businesses both small and large prefer hiring SEO services based in Richmond Virginia. As an SEO professional and resident of Richmond, I wanted to provide a list of the top SEO companies in Richmond Virginia. I reviewed the services of over 25 SEO companies in Richmond. From that list I have narrowed down that list to the top 15. I have listed my own consultancy as part of this list and have highlighted it so you can tell the difference. The remaining 14 were ranked and rated based on over 50 different criteria. I receive no compensation from businesses listed in this list.

11Agencies reviewed

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1. Workshop Digital

Workshop Digital is a Richmond based digital marketing firm focusing on SEO, Paid Media and Conversion Rate Optimization services . They service businesses in Richmond and nationally.

Minimum budget
$2,500
Hourly rate
$125/hr
Team size
45
Based in
Richmond, VA

“The team is comprised of great communicators who are thorough in their work and are accountable”

Why we chose them

Workshop Digital made our list primarily due to the reputation of talent they have on their team. In reviewing their staff on LinkedIn, I see several dedicated SEO roles, many of whom have 2+ years of direct SEO experience. Their website also reports on awards they have received and several SEO case studies. Dedicated SEO staff with at least 2 years of SEO experience. 5 star review average on Google. In reviewing their services outlined on the website, they offer a wide range of SEO tactics including Local, technical, and website migration specific services.

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2. Third Marble Marketing

Third marbel is a richmond based digital marketing firm providing SEO, local SEO, and PPC services with a focus on small businesses

Minimum budget
$500
Hourly rate
$75/hr
Team size
11
Based in
Richmond, VA
Rating
5.0 / 5

“Third Marble Marketing has helped my business get a lot of new customers!”

Why we chose them

Third Marble Marketing made our list primarily due to their 4.9 star rating from 50 reviews on Google. In addition to the star rating, we were impressed by how many of their clients come from referrals which says a lot about their impact on their customers. They have a 4.9 star rating from 50 different customers and based on their reviews, most of them are referral customers. They have a dedicated SEO expert with over 10 years of SEO experience on their staff.

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3. Renaissance Marketing

Renaissance Marketing is a digital marketing firm providing full service SEO and ppc services in Virginia, DC, and Florida. They also specialize in ecommerce SEO solutions.

Minimum budget
$5,000
Hourly rate
$100/hr
Team size
7
Based in
Richmond, VA
Rating
4.9 / 5

“I would strongly recommend their services to anyone interested in growing their business”

Why we chose them

Renaissance Marketing made the list largely based on their 5 star reviews on Google from 14 different customers. Their website indicates that in 13 years, they have delivered 350 projects with a 95% retention rate. The SEO services they provide range from content marketing to link building which allow for a bredth of SEO tactics. They report a high retention rate and their reviews support that.

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4. Web Tech Fusion

Web Tech Fusion is a digital marketing and web development company, offering a diverse range of solutions including web design and development, website maintenance, digital marketing, reputation management and more.

Minimum budget
$5,000
Hourly rate
$150/hr
Team size
7
Based in
Richmond, VA
Rating
4.9 / 5

“Our agency partnership with Web Tech Fusion over the past 4 years has been stellar”

Why we chose them

Web Tech Fusion made it to our list of top SEO companies in Richmond mostly because of their long term clients. Their portfolio is full of clients they have serviced for a decade or more. Additionally, with their web design and development ability, this makes for a nice one stop shop. Their clients seem to stay with them for a long time and they have an average of 5 star reviews on their website.

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5. NetSearch Digital Marketing

NetSearch Digital is a digital marketing firm here in Richmond, VA that started in 2006 providing SEO, PPC, and web design services.

Minimum budget
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Hourly rate
$50/hr
Team size
13
Based in
Richmond, VA
Rating
4.9 / 5

“Thank you NetSearch Direct. I would recommend you to any business who wants real search engine results”

Why we chose them

NetSearch Digital made it on our list primarily due to their years of experience. On Linkedin they have an SEO Manager with 10+ years experience plus they have a long history of 5 star reviews. Not only that, in reviewing their case studies they have influenced considerable client performance. 24 5 star reviews on Google from customers and performance stats in case studies are two important pros. Additionally, their work in other aspects of digital marketing and web design are a definite plus.

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6. Digi Convo

Digi Convo is digital marketing firm specializing in the financial services industry. The services they cover include SEO, paid ads, google analytics, social media, and content marketing.

Minimum budget
$1,000
Hourly rate
$150/hr
Team size
3
Based in
Richmond, VA
Rating
4.8 / 5

“DIGI CONVO really puts their customers first when it comes to creating digital strategy”

Why we chose them

Digi Convo made our list of top SEO companies in Richmond primarily due to their successful case studies. They highlight impressive growth for local businesses throughout the years. Not only that, but they have an average rating of 4.9 on Google from satisfied customers. In reviewing their case studies on their websites, Digi Convo highlights customers successees in the tripple digits. In addition, the 12 reviews on Google give an average of 4.9 stars. They cover a wide range of digital marketing services making them easy to be a one-stop-shop for digital marketing needs.

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7. Garza Web Design

Garza Web Design is a web design and digital marketing agency providing services in web design/development, SEO, PPC, and branding services. Garza Web Design focused their SEO on local businesses.

Minimum budget
$5,000
Hourly rate
$150/hr
Team size
2
Based in
Richmond, VA
Rating
4.8 / 5

“Garza Web Design built me an amazing website that increased traffic to my business and helped me rank #1”

Why we chose them

Garza Web Design made it on our list of SEO companies as they have seven 5 star reviews on Google. Customers seem to like the personal and professional touch of Garza's services. They provide a wide range of services beyond just SEO including PPC, web design, hosting, and branding services. According to their website they have worked with several local Richmond and Virginia businesses.

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8. The Idea Center

The IdeaCenter is a marketing firm providing web development, SEO, digital marketing, video, design, photography and email marketing services

Minimum budget
$5,000
Hourly rate
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Team size
9
Based in
Richmond, VA
Rating
4.8 / 5

“Love these guys. They are my go-to monthly SEO and digital management team that I'll refer my clients to.”

Why we chose them

The Idea Center is a great addition to our Richmond list. They have an average rating of 5 stars on Google with 12 reviews from happy custoemrs. They offer a a variety of digital services including digital marketing. They have a large portfolio of successful website designs of many local and prominate Richmond and Virginia businesses.

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9. Key Web Concepts

Key Web Solutions is a custom web design agency providing services in web design, development, SEO, logo design, brand strategy and fractional marketing services.

Minimum budget
$5,000
Hourly rate
$150/hr
Team size
11
Based in
Richmond, VA
Rating
4.6 / 5

“Key Web Concepts has been an excellent partner for a growing business. We enjoy the exchange of ideas and working towards the same goals. Really good group of people.”

Why we chose them

Key Web Concepts made our list due to their high volume of customer reviews on Google with a high rating. At the time I published this page, they had 36 5 start reviews. In reading through the content of their reviews you can see that their customers love their work. Their experience as a web/dev firm is advantages for SEO services. They can build an SEO friendly website in addition to continually growing your SEO. They have 1-2 dedicated SEO specialists on their staff.

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10. Addison Clark

Addison Clark is a full-service marketing agency with capabilities in SEO, PPC, email, social, content and video. They also provide services in web design and management, branding and marketing consulting.

Minimum budget
$1,000
Hourly rate
125/hr
Team size
19
Based in
Richmond, VA
Rating
4.5 / 5

“Addison Clark makes marketing your company EASY. Knowledgeable, professional, prompt, creative, fiscally responsible marketing management & advice for all your business needs.”

Why we chose them

Addison Clark made our list primarily becaues of their 5 start rating on Google with 9 reviews. Based on those reviews and on other websites, it is clear that Addison Clark takes good care of their customers. Their reported hourly rate and minimum budgets are business friendly. They are a Richmond centered agency with many notable RVA clients. They have many positive reviews from customers. The fact that they offer many different services is great for businesses to consolidate marketing vendors under one roof. Another Pro is their footprint in Richmond.

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11. M.J. Web Design

M.J. Web Design is a Richmond based agency that builds Google friendly website for small businesses. They provide serices in website design, maitenence and search engine optimization.

Minimum budget
$1,000
Hourly rate
$100/hr
Team size
3
Based in
Richmond, VA
Rating
4.4 / 5

“[Their consultant] did a thorough, complimentary audit and analysis, providing me with wonderful insight.”

Why we chose them

M.J Web Design made our list for a combination of their reviews from customers and their customer friendly packages. They positioned themselves well as a solution for small and local businesses. They have positive reviews from businesses with a strong emphases on small businesses. Their solutions and pricing match the needs of small businesses.

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How we ranked Richmond SEO companies

We reviewed dozens of agencies serving Richmond, weighing more than fifty separate points of information for each. These are the categories that decided the order.

Client performance
Case studies and customer reviews for every agency, read for evidence of actual outcomes (keyword movement, traffic growth, lead volume) rather than claims about process.
Employee experience
The LinkedIn profile of every SEO employee at each firm: years of SEO-specific experience, how deep it goes, and whether it leans strategic, implementation, or account management. A large team of generalists is a different proposition from a small team of specialists.
Customer satisfaction
Reviews on Google and third-party platforms, weighted by what clients actually say rather than the star average: what they valued, how they were treated, and how long they stayed. Engagement length says more than a rating does.
Location
Every firm listed here is based in or near Richmond. An agency that merely sells into this market is not the same as one that works in it.

No agency paid to appear on this page, and none can. We are not on our own lists either. The Fractional SEO is not an agency, so including ourselves would be dishonest in a different direction.

About the author

Andrew Eagar

Andrew Eagar

Founder, The Fractional SEO

Andrew Eagar is an SEO expert with over 15 years of SEO experience. He has been the Director of SEO at 4 different agencies. He has built SEO departments from the ground up, has lead SEO teams of over 25 people, and has contributed SEO thought leadership to websites like Moz, Clutch, and many others. Andrew’s experience leading SEO agencies at 4 different companies makes him uniquely qualified to assess the value and quality of each. He can look beyond agency marketing material and assess the substance of their value and the quality of their work. Andrew is the Founder and CEO of The Fractional SEO, an agency alternative. The Fractional SEO works to bridge the gap between agency and in-house.

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