Based just 15 minutes east in Raleigh, we help Cary businesses in Preston, Amberly, Lochmere, and MacGregor Downs win against some of the most well-funded, well-marketed competitors in the Triangle.
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We've been working with Cary businesses for over a decade — from professional service firms near Cary Towne Center to home-service companies covering Preston, Amberly, Lochmere, MacGregor Downs, and the rest of western Wake.
Cary buyers research carefully. They cross-reference Google, Nextdoor, and review sites before they call. That changes what good marketing looks like here: sites have to load fast, reviews have to be fresh, and your Google Business Profile has to look like a serious operator — not an afterthought.
Although we're based in Raleigh, Cary is one of our most active markets. We know the SAS corridor, the Maynard Loop, and the way Cary's neighborhood patterns affect map-pack rankings differently than they do downtown Raleigh.
Cary is its own market. Strategies built for Raleigh or for "the Triangle" generally do not work here without serious adjustment.
Cary has one of the highest median education levels in North Carolina. Buyers here often read three or four service pages, two or three reviews, and check your BBB profile before they ever call. Your site has to look credible at a glance — vague copy or stock photos get filtered out immediately.
Cary's map pack does not behave as a single market. A business that ranks well for searches in Preston may not show up in Amberly or Lochmere at all. We build out neighborhood-aware content, GBP service areas, and citation strategy to cover Cary's real geography.
Most Cary subdivisions are governed by HOAs with real architectural review processes. Cary buyers in trades and home services Google "[trade] HOA approval Cary" or "[trade] Preston subdivision" — those long-tail queries are real opportunities that generic agencies completely miss.
Cary attracts well-capitalized businesses with legitimate marketing budgets. Beating them requires more than a generic SEO playbook — it requires real local relevance, on-page depth, and steady review velocity from actual Cary customers.
15 Minutes From Cary
Our Raleigh office is a short drive from downtown Cary. In-person strategy sessions are easy to schedule.
Built for Cary Buyers
We don't run a generic playbook. Cary's buyer profile is specific — and our content, site builds, and ads are tuned for it.
Owner-Led Engagements
You work directly with the people doing the work — no junior account managers between you and the strategy.
Measured Against Real Cary Competitors
We benchmark you against the actual Cary businesses you're trying to outrank — not generic national averages.
Based on 15+ Google reviews
Ken Ross
4 weeks ago
Grafton was very helpful for my website optimization. He offered excellent advice and guidance towards making my online presence the best it can be. I would highly recommend his services no matter what type of business you have.
Thomas Heffron
4 weeks ago
Working with Perry SEO has been insanely helpful for our ABA Therapy clinic here in Little Elm, TX. Grafton and his team are very knowledgeable and provided a thorough SEO audit with clear, actionable steps that really felt intentional and personal. If you're a business owner looking to bring in more customers & qualified leads through Google, ChatGPT, or other online channels, I'd highly recommend them.
Isiah Jenkins
8 weeks ago
Thank you for all the helpful tips and insights! 10 out of 10 recommend!
Gail Hanlon
9 weeks ago
Top-notch SEO agency! Professional, honest, and results-driven. Grafton is very knowledgeable and responds quickly to all questions. I highly recommend Perry SEO!
Mason Crew Brick Repair
9 weeks ago
Working with Perry SEO has [been great] for my business (Mason Crew). They rebuilt our website and did full optimizations of our Google Business Profile, we went from being in the top 5 to ranking in the top 2 on Google Maps in just a couple of weeks. I've already started getting calls from people who were looking on Chat GPT too which was something that hadn't happened before. If you're looking for a marketing company that does what they say they'll do, I highly recommend Perry SEO. Grafton and his team have been great to work with!
Autumn Horsely
10 weeks ago
Perry SEO was great to work with on our company's website build for our re-branding process. As repeat clients of Perry SEO we have been satisfied with the excellent communication and timeliness of our projects.
Joe Dooley
16 weeks ago
Grafton and the team at Perry SEO have shared valuable insights on how to properly set up and manage a Google business profile allowing my business to rank ahead of my competitors. Great company to work with!
Darion Green
26 weeks ago
I can't recommend Perry SEO enough! As a detailing business owner in Raleigh, NC (Divine Detailing), I needed a professional website and clear pricing packages to increase customer trust and conversions. Grafton helped with all of the above — from helping generate the website design to custom pricing structures tailored to my business model. The results speak for themselves. We've already had customers shift to our highest packages because of how he helped us position them. If you're in the Raleigh area and need local SEO, website design, or marketing support for your business, Perry SEO is the best partner you'll find. Truly a 5-star experience!
Ellie Spencer
33 weeks ago
My N Raleigh real estate firm Spencer Properties had close to 300 five star reviews that we've worked incredibly hard to earn over the past 10 years. We lost all of our reviews which is an extremely crucial part of continued business. We contacted multiple companies to recover our reviews and no one was able to complete the job nor give us confidence that we would even get a portion of the reviews back. As soon as we hired Perry SEO, the reviews were recovered very quickly while other companies had attempted to help us for weeks with no progress whatsoever. Our real estate firm would not generate the same incoming prospects without reviews. My team is incredibly thankful that this huge problem was resolved to the full extent and completed so quickly. Thank you Grafton!!
Jennifer Spencer
34 weeks ago
Perry SEO far exceeded my expectations in the results they achieved for us and the time frame in which they did it. They were conservative in their promises for the work they would complete and they did a spectacular job. Highly recommend!
Jason Rowe
35 weeks ago
We've been working with Grafton for several months now, and the experience has been outstanding from day one. Grafton & his team designed and developed our website with some guidance from our team, which really spoke volumes about their ability to research our market & bring our vision to a website. Beyond the website, we're also utilizing Grafton for our SEO and Google Ads services. What really stands out is how communicative he's been throughout the process — consistently keeping us in the loop, responding quickly, and genuinely caring about our success. Highly recommend Grafton if you want a growth partner who delivers quality work and actually follows through on what they say they'll do.
Austin McGarvey
38 weeks ago
Grafton was super helpful when helping my business (AGM Flooring & Tile) with our Google Ads! He communicated the action steps very clearly & helped identify our exact target market for the best results. But most importantly, he also communicated WHY it was important in a way that was easy to understand. Highly recommend if you're in the market for a digital marketing company!
Quincy McKay
44 weeks ago
Perry SEO completed a huge web development project for me. I am located in Greenville, NC, and I connected with Perry SEO online. Immediately after our first meeting, I knew I'd be hiring these guys. They are super professional and talented, yet they have your best interests in mind. They also gave me a great deal! I could tell they cared more about the work than the money. Some of the things that stood out to me include fast communication, up front transparency, quick results, and overall great work. I definitely recommend them to anyone looking to get web development done.
Gabriel
Apr 3, 2025
Grafton's been as transparent as possible with their process on how they generate leads and the importance of each step Perry SEO takes for local rankings and google ads. He was happy to provide information and answer any questions I have. Highly recommend!
Noah Chapman
Sep 9, 2024
We have been blown away by the business results working with Perry SEO has produced. We had previously tried two different companies to help generate more leads and were disappointed with both. Grafton promised different results and Perry SEO has exceeded our expectations with a beautiful brand-new website and #1 rankings within 6 months. Although we have certainly carried through on our end, Perry SEO's marketing expertise has helped us to grow from $3 million to almost $7 million in annual revenue. We HIGHLY recommend Perry SEO and suggest that any business owner trust Grafton and his team with your company's website, SEO, or social media needs. The results are business-changing.
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