Should You Buy Fake Reviews for Google?

In this video, let's talk about why buying fake reviews is hurting local contractors using a real example I just found in Portland.

I'll show you a company with 1500 suspicious reviews and exactly how you can spot the fake ones using telltale signs like identical default profile pictures and unrealistic review volumes.

Key points covered:

- How Google's detection system works and why fake reviews always get caught
- The real consequences of getting blacklisted from Google Maps and Local Service Ads
- A live comparison between fake and legitimate contractor review profiles
Simple strategies to get more authentic customer reviews

This is especially important for remodeling contractors and home builders who are struggling to build up their online reputation legitimately.

Want to learn more about building trust with customers and growing your contracting business?

Check out my other videos on local marketing strategies that actually work.

[martinoberto]

Since they are paying to be “sponsored” and “Google guaranteed” they will probably not get penalized and it’s probably Google themselves getting into the lead gen game like Angi. Looking at the lowest reviews it’s a different company name and a home inspection co.