SEO for a Local 👨🏻🔧 Service that got them ranking #1
Sravya Medasani
SEO Specialist
Project Manager
SEO Writer
Google Search Console
SEMrush
Squarespace
Project Overview
A local handyman needed to improve their online visibility in a competitive market. The project aimed to increase search visibility, improve click-through rates, and achieve top rankings for targeted keywords.
Project Duration
2 weeks
Challenges and Solutions
Challenge: Highly competitive local market with established players
🔧 Solution: Focused on long-tail keywords and location-specific terms to carve out a niche
Challenge: Limited client budget for content creation
🔧 Solution: Prioritized high-impact pages and supplemented with cost-effective, quality user-generated content (customer stories, FAQs)
Challenge: Client's limited technical knowledge
🔧 Solution: Provided simplified explanations and step-by-step guides for any required client-side changes
Approach
We conducted a comprehensive SEO audit
Developed and implemented technical SEO optimizations
Created a content strategy focusing on local, service-specific topics and targeted high-ticket neighbourhoods and services
Enhanced on-page SEO elements including images, titles and links
Implemented local SEO best practices across local business listings and optimized Google My Business
Established regular monitoring and reporting processes
Results (After 2 Months)
23% increase in overall interactions from search results
11% improvement in Click Through Rate (CTR)
Achieved top 3 rankings for 28 out of 59 targeted keywords
Increased organic traffic by 35% compared to the previous two-month period
Improved average session duration by 18%, indicating better content engagement
Key Takeaways
Even within a short timeframe, a balanced approach of technical SEO and content optimization can yield significant results! We reached the top 10 spots in Google for over 80% of our keywords and were in the top 3 spots for over 50%
Local SEO efforts are crucial for service-based businesses to improve visibility in their target areas.
Regular monitoring and agile adjustments to the strategy were key to achieving and exceeding project goals.
Clear communication and client education throughout the process ensured smooth implementation and client satisfaction.
Project Management Highlights
Developed a comprehensive project plan with clear milestones and deliverables
Managed resources effectively within client's budget constraints
Facilitated clear communication between technical team and client
Adapted strategy based on ongoing performance data
Delivered measurable results within the projected timeframe