How to Get Your Window Covering or Window Tint Business on Google Maps (Without Losing Your Sanity)

Get Your Business on Google Maps

So, you’ve got this home-based business where you make windows look fabulous - whether it’s by dressing them up with stunning coverings or giving them that sleek, tinted vibe. Naturally, you want people to find you on Google Maps because your skills are too good to be kept a secret. Enter the Google Business Profile - the magic ticket to being "official."

Step One: Convince Google Your Business Is Real (Yes, Even If It’s Run From Your Garage)

First, visit the Google Business Profile page and pretend you’re filling out an application for the Window Treatment Hall of Fame. You’ll need to enter your business name, address, and phone number. Make sure to use your business name, not "Bob’s Living Room Window Tinting Extravaganza" (even if that’s technically accurate).

Step Two: Survive the "Are You a Real Business?" Test

Google will send you a postcard. That’s right - an actual, old-school, physical postcard with a magic verification code on it. Because clearly, nothing says "high-tech" like waiting a week for snail mail to prove you’re not a robot running a curtain scam.

Step Three: Hide Your Couch (aka Your Home Address)

Unless you want potential clients showing up while you’re in your slippers measuring your own blinds, make sure to mark your address as "private." Select the option that says you deliver services to customers at their locations. Because really, your clients want your awesome window tinting skills, not an invitation to your living room.

Step Four: Wait Patiently (Or Impatiently) for Google’s Blessing

At this point, Google will sit back and ponder whether your window covering genius deserves a spot on the map. It could take a few days, so resist the urge to stalk your mailbox.

Step Five: Flaunt Your Expertise (Without Overdoing It)

Once that postcard arrives and you enter the code, it’s time to dress up your profile just like you’d dress a window. Add business hours, services, photos of your best work, and a short, snappy description that makes it clear why your business is the one people should call. Hint: Avoid using phrases like "because I’m awesome" - Google likes a little more professionalism.

Done! Now Your Business Is on the Map (Literally)

Congratulations! You’ve just put your window covering or tinting business on the digital map. Now, sit back and wait for calls from people who desperately need your help because their windows currently look like they’ve been neglected since the 80s.

You’re welcome.