AI search · AEO · GEO
AI search optimization for local businesses.
Be the business AI recommends.
AI search optimization helps your business show up when people ask ChatGPT, Google's AI Overviews or other AI tools for a recommendation. We make your business easy for AI to understand, trust and mention, alongside the regular SEO work that keeps you ranking on Google.
Quick answer
AI search optimization, also called AEO or GEO, is the work of getting your business mentioned in AI-generated answers. It relies on clear, direct answers on your website, structured data, a strong Google Business Profile and consistent listings. At 716 Co. it's included in every SEO plan, starting at $1,100 a month.
Last reviewed: October 2026
Why it matters
Search is changing. Your customers are asking AI.
More people now ask an AI tool questions like "who's a good plumber in Sumter?" instead of scrolling through search results. Those tools answer with a short list of businesses, and they pull from what they can find and verify about you across the web.
If your website doesn't answer common questions clearly, or your business details don't match from site to site, AI tools are less likely to mention you. The good news is that the same work helps you on Google too.
How we do it
What AI search optimization includes.
Six things we work on so AI tools can understand your business and feel confident recommending it.
01
Answer-ready content
Quick answers, FAQs and plain-language pages that respond directly to the questions your customers ask.
02
Structured data
Schema markup that tells search engines and AI exactly who you are, what you offer and where.
03
Consistent listings
The same name, address, phone and services across 10 platforms and 10 directories, so your details can be trusted.
04
Google Business Profile
A complete, active profile with regular posts, since AI tools often draw on it for local answers.
05
Reviews & reputation
Steady, genuine reviews that show you're active and trusted by real customers.
06
AI visibility reports
A monthly look at how your business shows up in AI answers, included in your regular SEO report.
Our promise
One business per service, per town.
We don't market competing businesses for the same services in the same area at the same time. Once we're doing SEO for your business, we won't take on a competitor chasing the same customers.
Pricing
Included in every SEO plan.
AI search optimization isn't sold separately. It's built into all three SEO plans, alongside local SEO and Google Business Profile posts.
Starter $1,100/mo · 3 keywords, 1 location
Growth $1,700/mo · 6 keywords, 2 locations
Pro $2,600/mo · 10 keywords, 5 locations
Guides and free tools
Learn more about AI search
Plain-English guides I've written for local business owners, plus free tools you can use right now. No sign-up required.
Free tool
Local business schema generator
Create the code that tells Google your name, hours and service area.
Use it free →
Free tool
Free website audit
See what is working on your site and what is holding it back.
Use it free →
AI Search
How to Show Up in ChatGPT and Google AI
Read the guide →
AI Search
Does ChatGPT Recommend Your Business?
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Local SEO
What Is Local Business Schema?
Read the guide →
Local SEO
Local SEO for Small Businesses in Sumter, SC
Read the guide →
Local SEO
How Customers Choose a Local Business
Read the guide →
Local SEO
How to Rank for "Near Me" Searches
Read the guide →
Looking for something else? See all free resources or browse the blog.
Questions
AI search questions.
Curious how AI tools see your business? Call or text (803) 386-0380.
What is AI search optimization?
It's the work of making your business easy for AI tools like ChatGPT and Google's AI Overviews to understand and recommend. It focuses on clear answers on your website, structured data, consistent listings and a strong Google Business Profile.
What's the difference between AEO, GEO and SEO?
SEO helps you rank in search results. AEO (answer engine optimization) and GEO (generative engine optimization) help you get mentioned in AI-generated answers. They overlap a lot, which is why we do all three together.
How do I get my business recommended by ChatGPT?
No one can guarantee a mention, but you can make it much more likely. Answer common questions clearly on your site, keep your details consistent everywhere, maintain an active Google Business Profile and earn steady reviews.
How much does AI search optimization cost?
It's included in all of our SEO plans, which start at $1,100 a month plus a one-time $750 setup. Churches and ministries get 10% off.
How do I know if it's working?
Your monthly report includes an AI visibility check showing how your business appears in AI answers, alongside your Google rankings and traffic.
See how AI tools see your business.
Our free check includes a look at how you show up in AI answers, plus what to fix first.