Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about working with South Orange County Web Design. Clear, honest answers about pricing, timelines, process, SEO, and more.
Pricing & Investment
Most projects range $3,000–$25,000+ depending on scope, content, and integrations:
- $3,000-$7,000: Small business websites (5-10 pages, basic SEO)
- $7,000-$15,000: Growing business (10-20 pages, advanced SEO, custom features)
- $15,000-$25,000: Enterprise (20+ pages, ecommerce, custom integrations)
- $25,000+: Complex platforms (custom applications, multi-site)
Detailed proposals with exact pricing before any work begins. No surprises.
Every project includes custom design, mobile responsive, SEO optimization, sub-1s load times, SSL security, training, and 30 days post-launch support.
Yes! 50/50 split (most common), 3-payment plan, or monthly retainer for larger projects. We work with your budget.
Hosting ($20-$100/mo), domain ($15-$50/yr), optional maintenance ($200-$500/mo), and optional ongoing SEO ($1,000-$3,000/mo). We recommend the right plan for your needs.
Timeline & Process
3–8 weeks typical: Week 1-2 discovery & design, Week 3-4 development, Week 5-6 testing & SEO, Week 7-8 revisions & launch. Rush projects in 2-3 weeks available.
4-phase proven process: 1) Discovery — understand your business, goals, and competitors. 2) Strategy — site structure, content plan, SEO. 3) Design — custom designs with feedback. 4) Development — build, test, optimize, launch.
2 rounds of design revisions, 1 round of content revisions, unlimited minor tweaks during development, and 30 days post-launch support. Additional revisions billed at $150/hr.
Content (text, images, videos), branding (logo, colors), example websites you like, hosting/domain access, and timely feedback. We can help with content and branding if needed.
SEO & Marketing
Yes! Every site includes technical SEO, on-page optimization, schema markup, local SEO, and analytics setup. Ongoing SEO services start at $1,000/month.
Month 1: indexed & foundation set. Month 2-3: long-tail keyword improvements. Month 4-6: significant traffic increases. Month 6-12: dominate local search. Most OC businesses see results in 3-6 months.
We can't guarantee #1 (anyone who does is lying), but we guarantee best practices, competitive advantage, measurable results, and continuous optimization. Most clients rank top 3 within 6-12 months.
We focus on web design and SEO, but partner with trusted specialists for Google Ads, social media, email marketing, and content marketing.
Technical & Support
Custom HTML/CSS/JS (most common, max speed), WordPress (easy CMS), Shopify (ecommerce), or React/Next.js for complex needs. We recommend the right fit for your goals.
Yes! Training included, plus video tutorials. Or we handle updates with a maintenance plan starting at $200/month.
Proactive care plans: security updates, daily backups, speed optimization, priority support, and 24/7 uptime monitoring. Plans start at $200/month.
Managed hosting ($50-$200/mo), build on your existing hosting, or help set up with SiteGround, WP Engine, or Netlify.
Working Together
Yes! In-person in OC (Irvine, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa), all of California, and nationwide via video calls. Process works seamlessly local or remote.
Yes! Website copy, SEO content, product descriptions, and blog posts. Included in most projects or add-on starting at $150/page.
Absolutely! Modern design, better performance, SEO improvements, content migration, and 301 redirects. Most redesigns take 4-8 weeks, $5,000-$20,000.
Multiple revision rounds, regular check-ins, designs shown before building, and satisfaction guarantee. We don't launch until you're happy. 10+ years, never had a client we couldn't satisfy.
Still Have Questions?
We're here to help! Get in touch and we'll answer any questions you have about your project.