Maverick Pools

Client: Maverick Pools - 2023
Company: Web Response - My Role: Copywriter, Marketing/SEO Specialist, Content Creator

Diving In

Maverick Pools, a premier pool-installation company, needed more than just a beautiful website—they needed leads, visibility, and a solid online presence to stay ahead of the competition. They wanted their site to rank highly in search engines and make a splash in their local market. As part of Web Response, I took the plunge and played a key role in ensuring the website wasn’t just visually appealing but also strategically optimized to attract, engage, and convert potential customers.

The Challenge

While Maverick Pools built stunning pools, their online presence wasn’t exactly floating—it was sinking. 🚢

Key Challenges:

  • The website was struggling to rank for competitive keywords in its geographic area.
  • The client needed a steady flow of leads to justify their investment.
  • We had to balance SEO with engaging content—because stuffing keywords like “best pool company near me” into every sentence doesn’t exactly scream quality writing.

It was clear: We had to engineer a marketing strategy that would boost rankings, bring in leads, and make potential customers feel confident in choosing Maverick Pools.

Our Process

1. Smart Keyword Research

Using Moz Keyword Explorer, we identified high-value keywords that struck the perfect balance between search volume and competition. We avoided generic, oversaturated keywords like “swimming pool” and instead focused on localized intent-driven searches like “fiberglass pool company [city name].”

2. Content That Works

Once we had our keywords, I crafted engaging, informative, and persuasive copy for the website. Instead of dull, robotic content stuffed with SEO terms, I wrote conversational, benefit-driven copy that educated potential customers while nudging them toward booking a consultation.

  • Service Pages: Detailed descriptions of Maverick Pools’ services, infused with trust-building elements like client testimonials and FAQs.
  • Location Pages: Geo-targeted content that made each page locally relevant, increasing its chances of ranking in nearby cities.
  • Calls to Action (CTAs): Carefully placed CTAs to guide visitors toward booking consultations or requesting quotes.

3. On-Page SEO Magic

Beyond content and backlinks, I implemented on-page SEO best practices:
✅Optimized meta titles and descriptions to improve click-through rates.
✅Structured header tags (H1s, H2s, etc.) for better readability and SEO impact.
✅Improved site speed and mobile responsiveness to reduce bounce rates.

4. Backlinks & Authority Boosting

Because Google loves websites that other sites vouch for, I rolled up my sleeves and built a solid backlink strategy.

  • Partnered with local business directories and home improvement blogs to get quality backlinks.
  • Created guest posts on relevant industry websites, driving traffic and increasing credibility.
  • Reached out to pool supply companies, landscapers, and contractors to cross-promote content.

Outcome

You can check out Maverick Pools' completed website here.

  • 🚀 Top 10 rankings for targeted keywords in all five cities we optimized for.
  • 📈Increased organic traffic, bringing in more local visitors actively searching for pool builders.
  • 📞More leads than ever before, successfully meeting and exceeding the client’s expectations.

This case study helped me to learn that great SEO isn’t just about stuffing keywords into web pages—it’s about strategy, creativity, and knowing how to connect with the right audience.

If you’re looking for someone who can make your website work as hard as you do, let’s talk!