Service-Area Business (SAB)
Moderate Risk

Location Issues for Electricians

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

In This Guide

Location Issues 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:

  • •Address may be identified as a virtual office
  • •Multiple businesses may share the same address
  • •Location may not be where business actually operates

Required Evidence

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

Utility Bill
Lease Agreement
Storefront Photo

How to Fix This Issue

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

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Step 1

Verify your business operates at the stated address

Start immediately
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Step 2

Gather proof of presence at your location

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Step 3

If using a shared space, document your dedicated area

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Step 4

Update address if you've moved locations

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Step 5

Prepare photos showing your physical presence

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Related Guides

Location Issues Overview

General guide for all business types

Electrician Verification Issues

How electricians can handle verification problems

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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