Admitted to a ranking on documented work, outside the top three for every question it appears in. None of its 10 documented work claims comes from an independent source.
Best position #6 SEO Agencies on a Monthly Retainer in Phoenix, of 11 · also in 3 more rankings
Why: Rated from the evidence on file (sources, independence, confirmed quotes), not by an editor.
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on Google5.0/543 reviews as of Nov 2, 2026- 12% written in the last 12 months
- 0% rate it 3 stars or lower
- 56% of Google reviews answered
The reviews are uniformly five-star, with clients consistently praising the agency's communication, responsiveness, and ability to deliver concrete outcomes like more leads, higher search rankings, and reduced costs. No criticisms are found in any review, and the positive feedback spans law firms, non-profits, dental practices, and retail businesses.More
- Communication and responsiveness13
- Lead generation and measurable results7
- SEO expertise and rankings4
“Communication skills are excellent.”
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“They turned around our google leads in less than a month.”
“My site was on page 2 for the longest time and Search Control got me ranked on page 1 within 3 months!”
No criticism in the 34 reviews read.
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- SEO and PPC3
- Website design and redesign3
- Social media marketing1
- Law firms
- Non-profits
- Dental practices
- Ecommerce/retail
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“We have switched over our hosting, SEO services, website design and updates to them in the past year. They are always quick to answer questions, assisted us when our website was near being shut down by another company”
“My site was on page 2 for the longest time and Search Control got me ranked on page 1 within 3 months!”
“Alex, Anthony and the team were able to get me a sharp looking, eCommerce website that helped propel the business, increase our sales and cut down on the paperwork and process to complete an order.”
“they have really been able to help us get our web presence on track and generate new clientele. We are getting more referrals from Google than ever before”
“Signing up with Search Control to handle our SEO and PPC was the best decision we have made. They turned around our google leads in less than a month.”
“My site was on page 2 for the longest time and Search Control got me ranked on page 1 within 3 months! Amazing! I will be referring this company to other business owners looking to rank higher with SEO.”
- Your business matches the client types on file (small businesses, ecommerce brands, franchises) and the industries on file (ecommerce, small business, franchise).
- You need what reviewers hired it for: SEO and PPC (3 of 7 mentions); Website design and redesign (3).
- You need the minimum term and setup fee in writing before you commit: neither is published.
Starting price is below the median of ranked agencies for this question.
No documented work claim comes from an independent source yet.
- None of the 10 documented work claims comes from an independent source; all are the agency's own account or sources it controls.
- Little outside recognition on file: fewer than two awards, certifications or press mentions with a source.
- Ask for the hourly rate, minimum term, setup fee: not published.
- Ask for two client references you can call: no independent accounts of its work on file.
- Ask which case is closest to your business and what the measured result was: no proof on file carries a number.
- #5 CadenceSEO60Ranks above on this question#5#6 this oneScore6055Independent00PriceFrom $1,500/monthFrom $500 per month, retainerModerate confidence · own published cases · Not verified
- #7 TurnKey Website Design54Ranks below on this question#7#6 this oneScore5455Independent00PriceFrom $1,400/monthFrom $500 per month, retainerModerate confidence · own published cases · Not verified
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Score by criterion#6 SEO Agencies on a Monthly Retainer in Phoenix: 55/100
| Criterion | Weight | Points | Share | What it rests on |
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| Evidence for this query | 30 | 9 | 30% |
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| Fit to this query | 25 | 21.5 | 86% |
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| Capability depth | 15 | 10.6 | 71% |
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| Reliability | 10 | 7.2 | 72% |
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| Transparency | 10 | 5 | 50% |
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| Reputation | 5 | 4.1 | 82% |
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| Market credibilityweakest | 5 | 0 | 0% |
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- -2 Profile below decision-ready status: the profile is collected but not reviewed yet.
All claims in the feed10 of 11 on file · 0 of 10 work claims from an independent source
Who says it, across all 11 claims on file: independent source 1 · linked to the agency 0 · listings the agency writes 0 · agency's own words 10. Independent share of work claims: 0%. 3 distinct source pages.
Claims per need in this feed: SEO Agencies within a $6,000 Monthly Budget 3 · SEO Agencies on a Monthly Retainer 3 · SEO for Lead Generation 2 · SEO for High-Ticket Services 2. The full ledger of 11 is on the proof page.
Search Control took Weightloss Express from page 2 to page 1 in search rankings within 3 months through SEO.
Agency's own wordssearchcontrol.comclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workwithin 3 monthsSEO Agencies within a $6,000 Monthly BudgetSEO Agencies on a Monthly RetainerQuote from the source page
My site was on page 2 for the longest time and Search Control got me ranked on page 1 within 3 months!
Client Gary Trinh, owner of Weightloss Express, reports that Search Control moved his site from page 2 to page 1 of Google within 3 months through SEO.
Agency's own wordssearchcontrol.comclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workwithin 3 monthsSEO Agencies within a $6,000 Monthly BudgetSEO Agencies on a Monthly RetainerQuote from the source page
My site was on page 2 for the longest time and Search Control got me ranked on page 1 within 3 months! Amazing! I will be referring this company to other business owners looking to rank higher with SEO.
Winners' Circle Training Center moved hosting, SEO services, website design and updates to Search Control, and the manager credits them with helping when the website was nearly shut down by another company.
Agency's own wordssearchcontrol.comclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workin the past yearSEO Agencies within a $6,000 Monthly BudgetSEO Agencies on a Monthly RetainerQuote from the source page
We have switched over our hosting, SEO services, website design and updates to them in the past year. They are always quick to answer questions, assisted us when our website was near being shut down by another company
The Automotive Dealership Institute signed Search Control to handle its SEO and PPC, and the CEO says Google leads turned around in less than a month; the result spans both services and is not attributable to one of them.
Agency's own wordssearchcontrol.comclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workin less than a monthSEO for Lead GenerationQuote from the source page
Signing up with Search Control to handle our SEO and PPC was the best decision we have made. They turned around our google leads in less than a month.
Client Automotive Dealership Institute reports that after signing Search Control to handle its SEO and PPC, Google leads turned around in less than a month; the result mixes SEO and paid search so is not attributable to one service.
Agency's own wordssearchcontrol.comclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workless than a monthSEO for Lead GenerationQuote from the source page
Signing up with Search Control to handle our SEO and PPC was the best decision we have made. They turned around our google leads in less than a month. Thank you Guys!
Search Control helped Alan Ferguson D.D.S. improve its web presence and generate new clientele, with the dentist reporting more referrals from Google than ever before.
Agency's own wordssearchcontrol.comclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workSEO for High-Ticket ServicesQuote from the source page
they have really been able to help us get our web presence on track and generate new clientele. We are getting more referrals from Google than ever before
Client Dr. Alan Ferguson, a dentist, reports that Search Control helped his practice generate new clientele, with more referrals from Google than ever before.
Agency's own wordssearchcontrol.comclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workSEO for High-Ticket ServicesQuote from the source page
Search Control has done a wonderful job and they have really been able to help us get our web presence on track and generate new clientele. We are getting more referrals from Google than ever before and I am very appreciative of their good work.
Client Death 2 Life Revolution, a non-profit focused on youth suicide prevention, reports that Search Control managed its six figure annual Google Grants worldwide campaign, which it describes as managed with 99% efficiency.
Agency's own wordssearchcontrol.comclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workQuote from the source page
they have been tremendous help in managing our six figure annual Google Grants worldwide campaign. No campaign runs 100% smoothly, but I would have to say that Search Control has managed our campaign with 99% efficiency.
Search Control built an eCommerce website for Big Lou Wide Nut Electric Guitars that the founder says helped propel the business, increase sales, and cut down on order paperwork and process.
Agency's own wordssearchcontrol.comclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workQuote from the source page
Alex, Anthony and the team were able to get me a sharp looking, eCommerce website that helped propel the business, increase our sales and cut down on the paperwork and process to complete an order.
Client Big Lou Wide Nut Electric Guitars reports that Search Control built an eCommerce website that increased sales and streamlined the ordering process.
Agency's own wordssearchcontrol.comclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workQuote from the source page
Alex, Anthony and the team were able to get me a sharp looking, eCommerce website that helped propel the business, increase our sales and cut down on the paperwork and process to complete an order.
Positions in every ranking4 rankings
4 positions: 4 where a claim on file names the need, 0 listed on offer only. The top 4 by evidence first; the rest open below.
| Ranking | Rank | Score | Claims for the need | Confidence | Weakest criterion |
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| SEO Agencies on a Monthly Retainer · Phoenixon its own published cases | #6 of 11 | 55 | 3 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Market credibility 0 of 5 |
| SEO Agencies within a $6,000 Monthly Budget · Phoenixon its own published cases | #12 of 20 | 55 | 3 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Market credibility 0 of 5 |
| SEO for Lead Generation · Phoenixon its own published cases | #7 of 27 | 55 | 2 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Market credibility 0 of 5 |
| SEO for High-Ticket Services · Phoenixon its own published cases | #8 of 28 | 52 | 2 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Market credibility 0 of 5 |
Fit and geography
- Headquarters
- Phoenix, AZ, USAAgency's own words
- Service regions
- Phoenix, AZ, USAVendar profile field
- Client types
- small_business, ecommerce, franchise, nonprofitVendar profile field
- Industries
- Ecommerce, Small Business, FranchiseVendar profile field
- Named clients in confirmed proof
- Weightloss Express, Winners' Circle Training Center, Alan Ferguson D.D.S., P.C., Automotive Dealership Institute, Death 2 Life Revolution, Big Lou Wide Nut Electric Guitars, LouisIndependent source or agency, see the claims list
Only rows marked “Verified by Vendar” were checked. Rankings place an agency in a city by headquarters or by documented work for clients there, never by a service region alone.
Pricing in fullFrom $500 per month, retainer
- Model
- retainer
- Minimum monthly budget
- $500 per month
- Project minimum
- not disclosed
- Hourly rate
- not disclosed
- Typical range
- not disclosed
- Minimum term
- not disclosed
- Setup fee
- not disclosed
- Engagement models
- not stated
Source: Agency's own words. Every figure above is the agency's published number; a row marked not disclosed has no published figure.
Median disclosed monthly floor in each ranking: SEO Agencies on a Monthly Retainer $1,495 (9 of 11 disclose) · SEO for Lead Generation $1,495 (11 of 27 disclose) · SEO for High-Ticket Services $1,495 (17 of 28 disclose) · SEO Agencies within a $6,000 Monthly Budget $1,498 (20 of 20 disclose)
Reputation
- Google5 · 43 reviews
How it counts: 43 third-party reviews at 5.0. Ratings say nothing about work on a specific need and never count as evidence for it.
- Awards
- none on file
- Certifications
- none on file
Company and process
- Founded
- 2009Agency's own words
- Team size
- not disclosedNot disclosed
- Languages
- not statedVendar profile field
- Services
- SEOVendar profile field
- Technologies
- not statedVendar profile field
- Workflow
- not documentedAgency's own words
- Onboarding
- not documentedAgency's own words
- Reporting
- not documentedAgency's own words
Company fields come from the vendor profile; only fields with status verified were checked by Vendar.
How confidence is computedLower confidence
- Confidence
- Lower confidence, 62 of 100
- Evidence posture
- thin: No independent source documents this vendor's work; treat it as a candidate only.
- Capped by
- Rated from the evidence on file (sources, independence, confirmed quotes), not by an editor.
- Best position confidence
- Moderate confidence
It starts from the data completeness and source reliability of the profile, and is capped when independent proof of work is thin. The next level is Moderate confidence. One independent claim with a measured result for the best-ranked need is the fastest way up.
- Who the company is: website, headquarters, founding year, team size, logo, regions served: team size16/20
- Fit: services, industries, client types15/15
- Commercial terms: model, entry price, hourly rate, minimum term, setup fee: hourly rate, minimum term, setup fee10/20
- Documented work: cases naming a client and a result (target 5) and work claims overall (target 10): 3 cases with a named client and a result, 10 work claims22/30
- Reputation: rating and review count on two or more platforms, each with 10 or more reviews: 1 platform with a rating and 10 or more reviews8/15
- Who is speaking: independent sources among work claims (full marks at 40%): 0 of 10 work claims are independent0/30
- Checked against the source page: confirmed, or half for partly confirmed: 10 confirmed, 0 partly, of 11 with a source23/25
- Numbers backed by a verbatim quote from the source: 1 of 120/20
- Seen within the last 365 days: 10 of 1114/15
- Not contradicted: claims their source no longer supports: 0 not supported by their page10/10
These two scores describe the profile itself and never change a position.
Limits and how to correct them
- No independent source names SEO for lead generation work; the evidence is first-party or editorial.
- Never verified against official sources.
- Profile below decision-ready status: the profile is collected but not reviewed yet.
- Use as a caveated candidate only: no independent source documents this vendor's work.
- None of the 10 documented work claims comes from an independent source; all are the agency's own account or sources it controls.
- Only one third-party evidence claim is normalized.
- Best position rests on: Published by the agency on its own site.
- 10 of 11 claims on file are the agency's own words or sources it controls; 1 come from an independent source.
- Open: Three strongest proofs name a client and a measured, dated result (2 of 3)
- Open: Every claim has an observation date (10 of 11)
- Open: At least a third of documented work comes from independent sources (0 of 10 work claims)
- Open: Founding year, team size and headquarters on file (team size missing)
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