SEO & Digital Marketing Services Christchurch

Building a stunning website and not investing in marketing is like buying a fully kitted-out Ranger and never leaving the driveway. Through SEO and digital marketing strategies, we’ll get your website ranking higher, converting more visitors, and getting you better bang for your buck when it comes to your marketing spend.

On-page optimsation

Ready to get discovered online faster? A website optimised for both users and search engines doesn’t just rank higher, it pulls in the right customers. Our on-page SEO goes beyond just basics with strategic keyword targeting, and content optimisation, so you attract high-quality leads that boost revenue, not just traffic.

Natural, quality backlinks

Natural backlinks earned from respected sources, authentic brand mentions, and partnerships with industries who genuinely value your work. These are just some of the ways we help you gain the trust of search engines and customers to build authority and credibility through effective off-page SEO tactics.

Fine-tuning & crawlability

Behind every great-performing website is a strong technical SEO foundation, where pages load quickly, search engines can understand your content, and visitors feel secure. We fine-tune the details (site speed, crawlability structured data and security) so search engines can crawl, index, and rank your pages so you show up in the search results.

Copywriting

Getting the right message across to the right people at the right time – that’s how you turn browsers into buyers. Good copywriting connects with your ideal clients by addressing their needs and solving their problems. Our copywriters know how to shape your brand voice across websites, blog posts, and social media updates, so you rank higher, build trust, and turn more visitors into loyal customers.

Google Ads

Your ideal clients are out there Googling your services right now. We make sure your Google Ads pop up exactly at the point they’re ready to buy. Through data-driven targeted Google Ads campaigns, we develop and manage Ads that drive qualified traffic straight to your website so you get better returns from every marketing dollar you spend!

Simple, honest pricing

Pick your perfect plan from three pre-defined SEO marketing plans. All with high-quality, white-hat link building campaigns, on-site optimisation, monthly reporting and ongoing support.

Starter

$900 per month

10 keywords
High quality link building
On-site optimisation
Google My Business
Google Search Console
Analytics setup
Monthly reporting
Ongoing support

Business

$1,400 per month

20 keywords
High quality link building
On-site optimisation
Google My Business
Google Search Console
Analytics setup
Monthly reporting
Ongoing support

Pro

$1,900 per month

30 keywords
High quality link building
On-site optimisation
Google My Business
Google Search Console
Analytics setup
Monthly reporting
Ongoing support

Got questions? We’ve got answers

Here are the questions we get asked most, along with our straight-up answers.

What is Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)?

SEO is the process of optimising your website’s visibility for organic search results. So, when your ideal clients and customers are searching, you’re the one they find. It works by optimising your content, so it answers real search queries, helping search engines understand what you offer, and improving rankings to drive more qualified traffic to your pages.

Which type of SEO should I focus on first?

Usually technical SEO comes first (to make sure your site can be crawled and indexed), followed by on-page SEO (content optimisation), and then off-page (building authority and links). If you’re on a limited budget this would be our recommendation, but for best results they work best together.

How much does SEO cost?

It depends. Are we fixing a broken site or competing in a crowded market? We tailor plans to your goals (no surprise costs). Things that impact pricing can include the number of keywords required, keyword competition, technical issues, and expected timeframe for results.

How long does it take to see results from SEO?

SEO is more of a marathon than a sprint but the typical cycle looks like this: Within 3-6 months you’ll see early ranking movements and more impressions. 6-12 months consistent traffic increases and better conversions. 12+ months sustainable rankings that weather algorithm updates. We’ll get there faster by fixing technical issues immediately, publishing consistently great content, and building real authority (no shady shortcuts).

How do you measure the success of digital marketing campaigns?

We track what actually impacts your business: Leads and sales (how many people bought or inquired), cost per result (are we spending your budget wisely), quality traffic (are visitors engaging or bouncing), return on investment (did revenue outweigh cost).

See what others are saying:

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Optimus Group

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SAM Property

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Copy By Kudo

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GeekHQ

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