Is hiring an outsourcing seo company worth it?

Hi everyone, lately I’ve been thinking about working with an outsourcing seo company because our team is struggling to keep up with all the SEO work for multiple websites. Between content updates, technical fixes, and link building, it’s becoming difficult to manage everything properly in-house. I’ve looked at a few companies already, but a lot of them make similar promises, so I’m trying to figure out which ones actually provide reliable service and long-term results. I’m hoping to find a company that communicates well, follows ethical SEO practices, and helps businesses grow steadily instead of chasing quick rankings. If anyone here has experience working with an outsourcing seo company, I’d really appreciate hearing what worked for you and what I should avoid.