Local SEO
Show up when local customers search for you
A great site is no good if nobody finds it. We build local SEO into every project, so you show up when someone in your area searches for your trade. Then we keep working to climb the rankings.
What our SEO work covers
Local first, and built to bring in calls.
On-page SEO
We set up your pages, content, and tags so Google understands what you do and who you serve. This is where most local rankings are won.
Off-page SEO
We build your reputation beyond your own site through local listings, links, and the signals Google trusts when it decides who to rank.
Content
Clear, useful content that answers what your customers are actually searching for and gives them a reason to call you.
Ads when you need them
Want leads now while your rankings build? We run targeted Google Ads to bring in traffic right away.
How we approach SEO
A straightforward process, with reporting you can actually read.
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Audit and analysis
We look at your site and your competitors to see where you stand and where the easy wins are. That tells us where to start.
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A plan that fits
We build a plan around your goals and the customers you want, then tell you what we're doing and why. No black box.
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Do the work
We handle the on-page and off-page work, sharpen your content, and keep an eye on how it's performing, adjusting as we go.
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Report in plain English
You get clear reports on traffic, rankings, and leads. No jargon, just whether it's working and what we're doing next.
Y5 Insights
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Our work
Featured projects
A few of the businesses we've built for, and what we did for each.
Engineering and consulting firm.
- The problemMekTek needed an online presence that looked as credible as their work, something that would earn trust with both individual clients and corporate prospects, and help them recruit good people.
- What we didWe built the brand from the ground up. A modern logo, a full set of digital and print assets, a fast responsive website, and ongoing marketing to back it all up.
Retail and ecommerce.
- The problemA new retail business needed a full online store built from scratch, plus a brand that felt premium and trustworthy in a crowded market.
- What we didWe started with a blank canvas and built the whole thing. Logo, brand identity, a WordPress site, and full ecommerce so customers can browse and buy online with confidence.
- What they saidThe Y5 team is AMAZING 👏 Quickly getting the high quality work done, amazing communication and a must to improve your business and ecom.
Trades and local service, Saskatoon.
- The problemA 24/7 locksmith serving Saskatoon needed a site that does one job well. Turn someone who is locked out at 2am into a phone call in under three seconds.
- What we didWe built a fast site that puts the phone number, trust signals, and service area front and centre on mobile, then added local SEO so they rank across Saskatoon, Warman, and Martensville.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
A few of the things businesses ask us before getting started.
Do you work with trades and service businesses?
Yes, that's our specialty. Y5 grew out of an engineering firm, so technical, trades, industrial, and service businesses are exactly who we build for. We get the work because we come from that world.
Will my site show up on Google?
Yes. Local SEO is built into every project. We set your site up to rank for the searches your customers are already making, then make it easy for them to call you or request a quote.
How much does a website cost?
Every project is different, so we quote based on what you actually need. Tell us about your business and we'll send you a free quote, no obligation.
How do I get started with Y5?
Request a free quote or send us a message. We'll set up a quick call to understand your goals, then map out a plan that fits your budget.
Can I update and manage the website myself?
Often, yes. If you want to manage your own content, we'll build on a platform that makes that easy and walk you through how to use it.
How long does it take to build a website?
Most websites take about four to six weeks, depending on how many pages and features you need. You get a clear timeline before we start.
Where is Y5 located?
We're based in Saskatoon, at Innovation Place. We work with businesses across Saskatchewan and Western Canada. Visit our contact page to see our address and set up a time.
Ready for a website that brings in work?
Tell us about your business and we'll send you a free quote. No pressure, no jargon.