Metro Detroit's Local SEO Consultant Who Actually Lives Here
I'm Max Krentz. I help small businesses across Metro Detroit show up when the right customers are searching. No agency markup, no handoffs, no mystery. Just focused local SEO work from someone who knows this market.
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Why I Started Max Authority SEO
I built this business around one observation: good local businesses are losing customers every day to competitors who simply show up higher on Google. Not because those competitors are better, but because they have better visibility.
I spent years studying what actually moves the needle in local search: Google Business Profile optimization, on-page fundamentals, technical fixes, and content that earns real rankings. Then I started applying it for Metro Detroit businesses who deserved better than page three.
I work solo by design. When you hire Max Authority SEO, you work with me directly, start to finish.
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 and keyword research
- Content strategy that attracts local customers
- Technical SEO and site performance
- Analytics and Google Search Console setup
My Approach to Local SEO
No retainers for work you can't see. No jargon. 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 drives more leads than your website. I treat it that way.
Plain English Only
I explain what I'm doing and why in plain English. No jargon. You always know what's being worked on and what it means for your business.
Results You Can Track
Analytics and Search Console are set up from day one so you can see rankings, traffic, and calls improving over time.
The Types of Businesses I Work With
Local service businesses across Metro Detroit who want more customers finding them on Google.
If you're a local business in Metro Detroit and customers aren't finding you on Google, I can help. Let's talk.
What Clients Say
"Most auditors start off with, 'Who's your competition?' My first impression with Max was how he didn't try to force my business into a competitive SEO framework that may have taken ages to yield results, or was misaligned with my values. Instead, he took the time to truly understand my positioning and built a strategy that allows me to stand apart and lead, rather than compete inside an oversaturated space. What stood out most was how accurately he saw my work. He recognized that I'm not operating with common assets, and he validated both my background and the results I've built in a way that was grounding and clarifying. What made his work truly valuable was how immediately it translated into action. His audit was clear, thorough, and structured in a way that made implementation feel natural and precise, not overwhelming. If you're running a business with depth and want your online presence to reflect that, Max doesn't just shove you into an assembly line. He helps you see and navigate forward in a way that elevates who you are."
"Max was quick and thorough. I was amazed by the detailed report and actionable plans he provided. He was very communicative, easy to reach and delivered more than I even expected."
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Invited to speak on the business impact of AI on local search, lead generation, and how Google is changing the way it crawls and ranks content.
Proudly Serving Metro Detroit
I work with businesses across Metro Detroit. 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.