title: "The 5x5 Map Grid Explained" seoTitle: "Understanding Local Map Pack Geo-Grid Scans" description: "How 25 coordinate points track your local ranking positions across neighbourhoods and what the colors mean." date: "2026-11-03" screenshot: "/help/read-your-report.webp"

The 5x5 Map Grid Explained

Google Maps search rankings change based on the physical location of the person searching. A contractor ranking #1 right outside their shop may drop to #12 just three miles away.

What the Grid Measures

The 5x5 map grid tests your Google ranking across 25 evenly spaced geographic coordinates surrounding your service center.

Understanding the Pins

• Green Pins (Positions 1, 2, or 3): Your listing appears in the Google 3-Pack. Homeowners see your company immediately without clicking "View More".
• Yellow / Orange Pins (Positions 4 to 10): You appear on the first page of Google Maps results, but outside the top 3-pack preview.
• Red Pins (Positions 11+): Your listing is buried deeper in map results where prospective customers rarely browse.

Autopilot uses these coordinates each month to monitor whether weekly updates, verified reviews, and fresh photos are expanding your green radius across neighbouring suburbs.