Window Replacement — Optimizing the Google Search Term: Case Study KilpiLasi

22.7.2026/Tapio Kauranen/Päivitetty viimeksi 19.8.2026

Case: KilpiLasi

When Finland’s largest window maintenance company, KilpiLasi, reached out, the goal was clear: top Google visibility for the keyword "ikkunaremontti".

KilpiLasi founder Topias Kilpeläinen contacted me with one objective: he wanted the kilpilasi.fi site to rank among the top results on Google for the keyword “ikkunaremontti“.

Ikkunaremontti is one of the most competitive search terms in Finland’s renovation sector.

It’s searched thousands of times a month on Google, and the competition is fierce.

Major brands like K-Rauta, Pihla, Tiivi and several bidding/comparison services are all fighting for those results.

KilpiLasi doesn’t sell new windows — they service existing ones: sealing, adjusting and repairing.

Their message is that a window renovation doesn’t always mean replacing the windows; professional maintenance can extend a window’s life by 10–15 years at a fraction of the replacement cost.

KilpiLasi – Window maintenance and sealing

Why is “ikkunaremontti” such a competitive search term?

Thousands of searches a month and dozens of competitors — this isn’t an easy keyword.

The keyword ikkunaremontti is extremely valuable because it carries clear purchase intent.

When someone Googles “ikkunaremontti“, they aren’t browsing for entertainment — they’re actively looking for a solution to window problems and are ready to spend money.

A full window renovation for a detached house typically costs €6,000–€20,000.

Replacing a single window with installation usually runs about €700–€1,500.

For investments of this size, every Google click is valuable.

Challenges with this search term:

Intense competition: K-Rauta, Pihla, Tiivi, Urakkamaailma, KodinPro and many other big players
High commercial value: a single customer can be worth thousands of euros
Lots of long-tail queries: “ikkunaremontti price”, “ikkunaremontti detached house”, “ikkunaremontti 2026″

Actions

The site was well built and the service descriptions were thorough, but the keyword ikkunaremontti hadn’t been used strategically.

In Google search results the site didn’t appear on the first page for that term.

Technical work

H1 headings were optimized to include the keyword “ikkunaremontti” naturally
Meta titles and meta descriptions were rewritten for each key page
The sitemap was updated and submitted to Google Search Console
Site loading speed was checked and optimized
Internal linking was strengthened to channel link equity to the most important pages

On-page content optimization

Comprehensive keyword research: in addition to the main keyword “ikkunaremontti“, we identified dozens of long-tail search terms
New subpages were created for priority search terms such as “ikkunaremontti hinta” (window renovation price), “ikkunahuolto” (window maintenance) and “ikkunoiden tiivistys” (window sealing)
Existing page content was expanded and enriched to be search-engine-friendly
A content strategy was developed to make KilpiLas’s message stand out: ikkunaremontti doesn’t always mean replacing windows – maintenance is often the smarter, more affordable option

Off-page optimization (site trustworthiness)

New backlinks were built from high-quality, relevant sites
Content partnerships with renovation and home-related websites
Google Business profile optimization to boost local visibility

Maintenance as an alternative to expensive window replacement

In 2024 KilpiLasi was Finland’s largest consumer window maintenance company. They serviced over 5,000 windows and 1,000 doors. Their customer satisfaction rating is 4.75/5 — nearly 95% of reviews are 4- or 5-star.

But what makes them interesting from an SEO perspective? They compete for the search term ikkunaremontti from a very different angle than most rivals.

Most search results for ikkunaremontti are dominated by window manufacturers and sellers who want to sell new windows. KilpiLasi’s message is the opposite: you don’t necessarily need to buy new windows.

That’s both a challenge and an opportunity for SEO. A challenge because the players who dominate the term offer a different service. An opportunity because a distinct viewpoint can deliver surprisingly high click-through rates in search results.

The comparison says it all:

Ikkunaremontti (replacing windows): €6,000–20,000 for a detached house
Window maintenance with KilpiLasi: €500–3,000 — savings of up to 80–90%
Maintenance extends window lifespan by 10–15 years
Replacing seals cuts heat loss by 5–20%

Calculate the price of window maintenance – KilpiLasi

SEO strategy

What does it take to reach the top of Google for a highly competitive keyword?

The search term “ikkunaremontti” is an example of a keyword where basic technique alone isn’t enough. Ranking well on Google requires mastering three areas:

1. Get the technical foundation right

Nothing else helps without a solid technical base. The site must load quickly, be mobile-friendly, and have a clear structure. You should submit a sitemap to Google Search Console and make sure there are no technical errors that would block indexing.

2. Content that matches search intent

When someone searches for “ikkunaremontti“, Google wants to show pages that answer the searcher’s questions: How much does an ikkunaremontti cost? When is it worth doing? Should windows be replaced or is maintenance enough? Who does ikkunaremontit in my area?

For KilpiLasi, the content strategy was built to answer exactly those questions — while also highlighting an option most competitors don’t emphasize: professional window maintenance.

3. External signals — links and reputation

Google partly judges a site’s trustworthiness by how many other sites link to it. This is especially important for competitive keywords like ikkunaremontti. High-quality links from home, renovation, and real-estate sites increase the site’s authority in Google’s eyes.