Buried in Work Directories
Frequently Asked Questions
Buried in Work’s directories are searchable lists of service providers in the estate transition, end-of-life, and transition industries. Visitors to our site use our directories to search for local service providers that meet their specific needs.
A premium directory listing costs $25 per year. They are purchased in two year increments.
Buried in Work maintains directories for nearly 20 different types of service providers across all fifty states and Washington D.C..
Basic (“Unclaimed”) Listing: Buried in Work has pre-populated many directories by aggregating publicly available information, including tens of thousands of service providers’ names and contact details. These Basic listings provide general information, limited to the service provider’s name, location, and phone number.
Premium Listings: When a service provider claims a listing, by either clicking the “claim listing” button on a profile’s webpage or by submitting a new directory listing, they obtain the ability to edit the profile’s information. Claiming a profile unlocks additional data fields and an enhanced profile layout.
Claiming a listing on our directory not only enhances your visibility but also offers a suite of benefits designed to increase engagement and attract potential customers:
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Personalize Your Profile: Add or update essential business details such as a detailed description of your services, contact information, licenses and certifications, photographs, social media links, and more, helping customers understand what sets you apart.
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Boost Your SEO With A Complimentary Backlink: Benefit from enhanced SEO, as a backlink from the Buried in Work website can significantly improve your site’s search engine ranking. If you’re unfamiliar, backlinks are important for SEO because search engines view backlinks like recommendations. Generally, the more backlinks a page or site has, the more trustworthy it’s perceived to be. (Especially if those backlinks come from authoritative sources, such as the Buried in Work website.) “In 2024, the cost of a single, medium-quality backlink averages just around $300.” (Source PrestigeLinks)
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Featured Badge For Your Website: Premium listings receive an exclusive “Featured” badge to display on your website, showcasing your credibility and expertise.
- Increased Visibility: Enjoy more prominent placement in search results within our directory, increasing the likelihood of being noticed by those seeking your services.
You can claim each location individually or email info@buriedinwork.com for listings with 10 or more locations.
Listings are valid for the duration of the term selected when you claim a listing and receive approval.
Prior to the expiration of your listing, Buried in Work will send you a reminder to renew your annual fee. If payment is not received, your listing will revert to a Basic listing.
To edit or delete one of your listings:
- Login to your directory account by clicking this link.
- You will be taken to the “My Listings” page where you will see all of your active listings.
- Under the listing you wish to edit or delete, you will see three dots. Click on the three dots to reveal an “Edit” and a “Delete” option.

Get Recognized!
Premium listings receive an exclusive “Featured” badge to display on your website, showcasing your credibility and expertise.
How To Create Or Claim A Directory Listing
Step 1: Create Your Account
You will need a Buried in Work account to claim and edit listings. To create an account, click here or follow the prompts when claiming a listing.
Step 2: Create or Claim Your Listings
To Create A New Listing: Select the appropriate directory below and follow the prompts to create your listing.
Step 3: Edit Your Listing
After creating or claiming your listing, you can log in to your account to edit its details. You can find your listing’s edit page by selecting the “Listings” menu on your Account Page, or via the “Edit Listing” button in your listing’s profile.
Once you submit your updates, a Buried in Work staff member will review them for accuracy, and you’ll receive an email notification regarding your listing’s status.
Do you need help creating your listing or have questions about the process? We’re here to assist! Whether you’re looking for guidance on setting up your profile, editing details, or exploring bulk listing options, our team is happy to help. Contact us at [insert contact email] and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
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