Metro Detroit's Local SEO Consultant
Who Actually Lives Here
I'm Max Krentz. I help small businesses in Royal Oak, Troy, Berkley, and across Metro Detroit get found by the customers who are already searching for them.
Get Your Free SEO AuditWho I Am and Why I Built Max Authority SEO
Hi, I'm Max Krentz — the owner and sole consultant behind Max Authority SEO. I help local service businesses in Metro Detroit grow their customer base and get found on Google.
I started this business because I believe small and mid-size businesses deserve the same online visibility as the big names in town. Good people doing good work should never be hidden on page three of Google.
My journey into digital marketing started when I realized how much power a smart SEO strategy can give a small business. I spent years studying keyword research, on-page SEO, technical SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, and content strategy — everything that helps a local website show up higher in search results.
I also have years of experience in business and customer service, which has helped me understand what local customers in Metro Detroit are actually searching for — and what motivates them to choose one business over another.
I built Max Authority SEO to turn all of that into a service that genuinely helps real people. I work with businesses across Metro Detroit to improve search rankings, boost visibility, increase traffic, and help owners reach more customers.
I believe in transparency, honest communication, and real results. I don't use confusing jargon or fancy talk that makes SEO sound harder than it is. My goal is to make SEO approachable, so you always know what work is being done and why it matters.
What I Specialize In
- Local SEO for Metro Detroit businesses
- Google Business Profile optimization
- SEO audits that find what's costing you leads
- On-page optimization & keyword research
- Content strategy that attracts local customers
- Technical SEO & site performance
- Analytics & Google Search Console setup
How I Approach Local SEO
No fluff, no retainers for work you can't see. Just a clear process that helps Metro Detroit businesses rank higher and get more calls.
Audit First, Always
Every engagement starts with a free SEO audit. I find the specific things keeping you off the first page before recommending anything.
GBP-First Strategy
For most local businesses, your Google Business Profile is more important than your website. I treat it that way — optimizing it to drive real calls and map visibility.
Plain English Communication
I explain what I'm doing and why it matters in plain English. No jargon, no mystery. You always know what's being worked on.
Results You Can Track
I set up Analytics and Search Console so you can see rankings, traffic, and calls improving — not just take my word for it.
The Types of Businesses I Work With
I work with local service businesses across Metro Detroit who want more customers finding them on Google — from solo operators to small teams.
If you're a local business in Metro Detroit and you want more customers to find you when they search on Google — I can help. Let's talk.
What Clients Say
"Max's work on our Google Business Profile and local SEO gave Theatre Ariel a level of online visibility we didn't have before. He found exactly what we were missing and fixed it in a way that actually made sense to us. Clear, honest, and effective."— Jesse B., Theatre Ariel (Philadelphia, PA)
Proudly Serving Metro Detroit
I work with businesses across the Metro Detroit area. Whether you're in a busy suburb or a smaller city nearby, I know this market.
Don't see your city? Get in touch — I serve the wider Metro Detroit area.
Ready to Get Found on Google?
Start with a free SEO audit. I'll review your website and Google Business Profile and tell you exactly what's keeping you off the first page in your city.