
Project Summary
Controlling Systems, a Denver-based HVAC service provider specializing in heating, cooling, indoor air quality solutions, and more, sought to expand its online presence and generate more qualified leads through organic search. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and a reputation for quality service, the company aimed to solidify its position as a trusted authority in the HVAC industry.
Strategy In Project
- Keyword Research
- Local SEO
- Content Marketing
- On-Page Optimization
- Backlink Building
The Challenge
Despite a loyal customer base and established reputation, Controlling Systems faced challenges in reaching a wider audience and competing with other HVAC companies in the Denver market. The company aimed to increase its online visibility, attract new customers, and establish itself as a trusted authority within the HVAC industry.

The Strategy
To address these challenges and achieve its goals, X3 implemented a comprehensive search engine optimization (SEO) strategy focused on the following key areas:
Keyword Research
In-depth keyword research was conducted to identify relevant search terms and phrases used by potential customers in the Denver area. This included a combination of high-volume, low-competition keywords and long-tail keywords targeting specific HVAC services and repair needs. By understanding search intent, X3 developed a targeted keyword map to optimize the website content effectively.
Content Marketing
Creating high-quality, informative, and engaging content was a cornerstone of the SEO strategy. By addressing common HVAC concerns and providing valuable information to potential customers, X3 developed blog posts, articles, and guides on topics such as furnace maintenance, air conditioning repair, indoor air quality, and energy efficiency. This content not only attracted organic traffic but also established Controlling Systems as a trusted authority in the HVAC industry.
On-Page Optimization
X3 optimized Controlling Systems' website content to align with the identified keywords and improve search engine visibility. This included optimizing title tags, meta descriptions, header tags, and internal linking. Additional on-page optimization efforts focused on enhancing website structure, improving page load speed, and ensuring mobile-friendliness to provide an optimal user experience and improve search engine rankings.
Backlink Building
X3 built high-quality backlinks from reputable websites within the HVAC industry and local directories to enhance the website's authority and credibility. These backlinks signaled to search engines that the Controlling Systems website is a valuable resource, leading to improved search engine rankings.
Local SEO
A strong emphasis was placed on optimizing the website for local search to attract customers in the Denver area. This involved claiming and optimizing the Google Business Profile, building high-quality citations, and encouraging customer reviews to enhance local visibility and credibility.



Enhanced Brand Reputation
Consistent delivery of valuable content and positive online reviews contributed to a stronger brand reputation and increased trust among potential customers. This enhanced brand visibility and positioned Controlling Systems as a reliable and knowledgeable HVAC service provider. X3 assists in providing backlinking to allow Controlling Systems to maintain a prominent presence online, going from 258 referring domains to 616 in just a few months.
Proven Results
The SEO strategy implemented by X3 yielded impressive results for Controlling Systems, demonstrating the ability to overcome the challenges of the highly competitive, Denver, HVAC market:
Increased Organic Traffic
Website traffic from organic search grew significantly, with a substantial increase in the number of visitors finding the website through relevant search terms. Controlling Systems’ organic traffic increased from 30 to 275 in just 6 months, demonstrating rapid growth in a highly competitive industry.
Improved Search Engine Rankings
Controlling Systems achieved higher rankings for target keywords, resulting in increased visibility and a larger audience reach. The website experienced a more than double increase in keyword rankings, with a total of 815 keywords now ranking on search engines compared to 363 previously.
Higher Conversion Rates
The improved website visibility and targeted content led to a higher conversion rate of website visitors into leads and customers. This indicates that the SEO efforts not only increased website traffic but also generated more qualified leads for Controlling Systems. The website traffic went from 67 organic visitors to 239 organic visitors.
The SEO campaign for Controlling Systems demonstrated the effectiveness of a comprehensive digital marketing strategy in driving organic growth and achieving business objectives. By combining keyword research, on-page optimization, local SEO, backlink building, and content marketing, X3 helped Controlling Systems significantly enhance its online presence and generate more qualified leads. This case study highlights the importance of a well-rounded SEO approach in achieving long-term success in a competitive industry like HVAC services.
By investing in SEO and implementing the right strategies, Controlling Systems was able to increase its visibility, attract new customers, and solidify its position as a trusted authority in the Denver HVAC market.This case study serves as a valuable example of how businesses can leverage SEO to drive growth and achieve their digital marketing goals.
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