Your Fix Kit
Sterling Roofing Group - the exact steps to get cited
Everything below is built from your live audit. Work it top to bottom. Most operators climb 20-40 points in 45-60 days doing exactly this.
← Back to your full score report1. Paste this schema on your homepage
Add this JSON-LD inside your site head tag (or via your CMS schema field). It tells every AI engine exactly what Sterling Roofing Group does and where. Replace the YOUR-DOMAIN, phone, and review-count placeholders, then validate at Google Rich Results Test.
<script type="application/ld+json">
{
"@context": "https://schema.org",
"@type": "RoofingContractor",
"name": "Sterling Roofing Group",
"image": "https://YOUR-DOMAIN.com/logo.jpg",
"url": "https://YOUR-DOMAIN.com",
"telephone": "+1-XXX-XXX-XXXX",
"address": {
"@type": "PostalAddress",
"addressLocality": "Halifax",
"addressRegion": "NS",
"addressCountry": "US"
},
"areaServed": {
"@type": "City",
"name": "Halifax"
},
"priceRange": "$$",
"makesOffer": [
{
"@type": "Offer",
"itemOffered": {
"@type": "Service",
"name": "Roofing installation"
}
},
{
"@type": "Offer",
"itemOffered": {
"@type": "Service",
"name": "Roofing repair"
}
},
{
"@type": "Offer",
"itemOffered": {
"@type": "Service",
"name": "Emergency roofing service"
}
},
{
"@type": "Offer",
"itemOffered": {
"@type": "Service",
"name": "Roofing maintenance"
}
}
],
"aggregateRating": {
"@type": "AggregateRating",
"ratingValue": "4.9",
"reviewCount": "REPLACE_WITH_YOUR_COUNT"
}
}
</script>
2. Get listed on the sources AI actually reads
The first block is where the engines looked when answering about you. Fix those first - same name, address, phone everywhere. Then work the universal backbone.
Universal citation backbone
3. Your 7-step climb playbook
1. Add RoofingContractor schema with GAF and CertainTeed on 9 pages
+9 ptsWhy: Citation presence is 0.0% and structured data health is only 10.0, harming rankings.
Do this: Use schema.org to create and implement RoofingContractor schema with GAF Master Elite and CertainTeed SELECT as credentialingAuthority. Validate with Google's structured data testing tool. Expect 6-8 hours for 9 pages, aiming for a significant lift in visibility.
2. Claim GAF Master Elite and CertainTeed directories immediately
+7 ptsWhy: Top competitors like Maritime Roofing are referenced; listings in key directories are critical for visibility and trust.
Do this: Register on GAF Master Elite finder and CertainTeed SELECT directory. Ensure all business details match existing online listings. Dedicate 4 hours to setup, targeting increased citation presence and AI trust.
3. Get 8 Google reviews mentioning roof inspections in 30 days
+12 ptsWhy: Competitors are getting more mentions — Maritime Roofing is leading with 3, while you currently have 0.0% citation rate.
Do this: Contact past clients who had roof inspections and prompt them to leave reviews mentioning those services. Provide a direct link to the Google review page. Set aside 2 hours weekly for follow-ups over the month.
4. Add storm-damage service page with FAQ schema in 2 weeks
+8 ptsWhy: Current structured data health is low at 10.0; dedicated service pages with FAQs drive authority in specific queries.
Do this: Create a new service page focused on storm-damage roofing, incorporating relevant FAQs. Use tools like WordPress or HTML to include FAQ schema. Allocate 6 hours for research and development, aiming for a better score next audit.
5. List warranty terms in schema offers across all 9 pages
+3 ptsWhy: Structured data accuracy is at 0.0%, yet warranty information is a top-ranking factor for AI queries.
Do this: Update all relevant schema to include system and workmanship warranty details. Utilize schema markup generators and validate with Google. Plan for 3 hours of input for all pages to add this critical information.
6. Fix the 0 citations across OpenAI and Gemini this month
+4 ptsWhy: Citation rate is 0.0%, which directly impacts the chances of being mentioned by AI engines.
Do this: Focus on creating listings on OpenAI and Gemini; add NAP, reviews, and services. Use platforms like Yelp and BBB for citation creation. Spend 5 hours to create and verify these citations.
7. Monitor 5 competitors' reviews weekly for insights
+3 ptsWhy: Competitors like McCarthy's Roofing are ahead in certain metrics; knowing their strategies helps adapt yours.
Do this: Set up a system to track and analyze competitors’ review gains and types, using a spreadsheet or tool like SEMrush. Dedicate 1 hour weekly to update and review, adjusting your strategy based on findings.
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