Is my SEO agency working? How to tell (2026)
How to tell if your SEO agency is doing anything: what to see each month, four checks in Search Console, and how to leave without losing your accounts.
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Robin Laires
Founder, Nest Content
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Founder of Nest Content. Lead Software Engineer at Jellyfish for six years, ten years building marketing systems. He built the system that does the research, content and reporting for every Nest Content client.
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GEO agency vs DIY: hire one or do it yourself? (2026)
Most businesses can start GEO themselves: directories, reviews and answer-first pages, 5-10 hours a month. Hire a GEO agency when you rank but never get named.
How much does SEO cost in the UK? (2026 prices)
Most UK businesses pay £500 to £5,000 a month for SEO, with a median advertised retainer of £800. What each level buys, with sources, and how to budget.