In PracticeWhat This Looks Like in Practice
63% of homeowners start searching for contractors online, but most construction businesses have websites that haven't been updated since they were built. The companies winning the best projects are the ones showcasing their work professionally and appearing when people search for specific services.
Example 1
A high-end residential builder in the West Midlands
Created a portfolio section with detailed project case studies including before/after photography, build timelines, client testimonials, and specification details. Optimised for 'luxury home builder [area]' and 'house extension [town]' searches.
Average project value increased 45% as the portfolio attracted higher-budget clients who valued craftsmanship over lowest price
Example 2
A commercial fit-out company targeting hospitality clients
Built sector-specific pages for restaurant fit-outs, hotel refurbishments, and retail spaces. Created content around compliance (building regs, fire safety, accessibility) and developed a LinkedIn presence targeting hospitality property managers.
Won 4 hotel refurbishment contracts worth £2.8M combined within 12 months—clients cited the sector-specific portfolio as the deciding factor
Example 3
A property developer launching a new-build residential scheme
Created a micro-site with CGI renders, floor plans, area guides, and mortgage calculator. Ran hyper-local Meta Ads targeting first-time buyers and downsizers within 20 miles. Built local SEO presence before plots were released.
60% of plots reserved off-plan before construction completed, with digital channels driving 75% of all enquiries