Service-Area Business (SAB)
Moderate Risk

Category Violations for Electricians

Industry-specific guide for electricians dealing with Google Business Profile suspensions

Category Violations for Electricians

Electricians face medium suspension rates compared to other industries. Ensure your professional license information matches your GBP exactly. Google may verify licensed trades more strictly.

What May Have Triggered This Issue

For service-area business (sab) operations, common triggers include:

  • Primary category may not match your core business activity
  • Too many or irrelevant secondary categories may be selected
  • Category may be commonly associated with spam

Required Evidence

Gather the following documentation to support your case. Document your service vehicles and service area coverage with appointment records.

Business License
Website Screenshot
Sample Invoice

How to Fix This Issue

Follow these steps to address your category violations. Estimated time: 1-2 weeks. Difficulty: Moderate.

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Step 1

Research the correct primary category for your business

Start immediately
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Step 2

Remove any irrelevant secondary categories

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Step 3

Update your primary category to match your core service

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Step 4

Ensure your services align with your selected categories

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Step 5

Document why your category selection is appropriate

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This guide is based on Google's published Business Profile guidelines and is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. For complex situations, consult with a qualified professional. Last updated: 1/7/2026

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