Frequently Asked Questions

Most projects range $3,000–$25,000+ depending on scope, content, and integrations. Here's a breakdown:

• $3,000-$7,000: Small business websites (5-10 pages, basic SEO, mobile responsive)
• $7,000-$15,000: Growing business websites (10-20 pages, advanced SEO, custom features)
• $15,000-$25,000: Enterprise websites (20+ pages, ecommerce, custom integrations)
• $25,000+: Complex platforms (custom applications, multi-site, advanced functionality)

We provide detailed proposals with exact pricing before any work begins. No surprises, no hidden fees.

Every project includes:

• Custom Design: Unique, professional design tailored to your brand
• Mobile Responsive: Perfect experience on all devices
• SEO Optimization: Technical SEO, meta tags, schema markup
• Performance: Sub 1 second load times, 95+ PageSpeed scores
• Security: SSL certificate, security hardening, backups
• Training: How to update content and manage your site
• Support: 30 days of post launch support included

Yes! We offer flexible payment options:

• 50/50 Split: 50% to start, 50% at launch (most common)
• 3 Payment Plan: 33% to start, 33% at midpoint, 34% at launch
• Monthly Retainer: Spread cost over 3-6 months for larger projects

We work with your budget and cash flow needs.

Yes, typical ongoing costs include:

• Hosting: $20-$100/month depending on traffic and needs
• Domain: $15-$50/year for your website address
• Maintenance: $200-$500/month for updates, backups, security (optional but recommended)
• SEO Services: $1,000-$3,000/month for ongoing SEO work (optional)

We'll recommend the right hosting and maintenance plan for your needs and budget.

Typical timelines are 3–8 weeks depending on content readiness and complexity:

• Week 1-2: Discovery, strategy, wireframes, and design concepts
• Week 3-4: Design refinement, content integration, development
• Week 5-6: Testing, SEO optimization, client review and feedback
• Week 7-8: Final revisions, training, and launch

Rush projects can be completed in 2-3 weeks for an additional fee. Complex projects may take 10-12 weeks.

We follow a proven 4 phase process:

• 1. Discovery: Understand your business, goals, audience, and competitors
• 2. Strategy: Define site structure, content plan, and SEO strategy
• 3. Design: Create custom designs with your feedback and revisions
• 4. Development: Build, test, optimize, and launch your site

You're involved at every step with regular check-ins and opportunities for feedback.

Most projects include:

• 2 rounds of design revisions to perfect the look and feel
• 1 round of content revisions after initial content integration
• Unlimited minor tweaks during development (colors, fonts, spacing)
• 30 days post launch support for any issues or small changes

Additional revisions beyond this are billed hourly at $150/hour.

To get started, we need:

• Content: Text, images, videos for your pages (we can help write this)
• Branding: Logo, colors, fonts (we can create this if needed)
• Examples: Websites you like and why you like them
• Access: Hosting, domain, and any existing accounts
• Feedback: Timely responses to questions and design reviews

The more prepared you are, the faster we can launch!

Yes! SEO is included in every website we build:

• Technical SEO: Fast loading, mobile friendly, clean code
• On-Page SEO: Optimized titles, meta descriptions, headings
• Schema Markup: Rich snippets for better search appearance
• Local SEO: Google Business Profile optimization, local citations
• Analytics: Google Analytics and Search Console setup

We also offer ongoing SEO services starting at $1,000/month for businesses that want to dominate search results.

SEO is a long term investment with this typical timeline:

• Month 1: Site indexed, technical foundation set
• Month 2-3: Rankings improve for long tail keywords
• Month 4-6: Significant traffic increases, top 10 rankings
• Month 6-12: Dominate local search, consistent lead flow

Results vary based on competition, but most Orange County businesses see meaningful improvements within 3-6 months.

Honest answer: We can't guarantee #1 rankings (anyone who does is lying), but we can guarantee:

• Best Practices: We follow all Google guidelines and SEO best practices
• Competitive Advantage: Your site will be faster and better optimized than competitors
• Measurable Results: Increased traffic, rankings, and leads within 3-6 months
• Ongoing Optimization: Continuous improvements based on data and performance

Most of our Orange County clients rank in the top 3 for their target keywords within 6-12 months.

We focus on web design and SEO, but we partner with trusted specialists for:

• Google Ads: PPC campaigns for immediate traffic
• Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn management
• Email Marketing: Newsletter campaigns and automation
• Content Marketing: Blog writing and content strategy

We can coordinate with your existing marketing team or recommend trusted partners.

We build on the best platform for your needs:

• Custom HTML/CSS/JS: For maximum speed and control (most common)
• WordPress: For clients who want easy content management
• Shopify: For ecommerce stores and online shops
• Custom Platforms: React, Next.js, or other frameworks for complex needs

We'll recommend the right platform based on your goals, budget, and technical comfort level.

Yes! We build sites that you can manage:

• Content Management: Easy to update text, images, and pages
• Training Included: We teach you how to make updates
• Video Tutorials: Step by step guides for common tasks
• Ongoing Support: We're here if you get stuck

Or we can handle all updates for you with a maintenance plan starting at $200/month.

We offer proactive care plans covering:

• Security Updates: Keep software current and secure
• Backups: Daily backups with 30 day retention
• Performance: Speed optimization and monitoring
• Support: Priority email and phone support
• Uptime Monitoring: 24/7 monitoring with instant alerts

Plans start at $200/month. Learn more on our maintenance page.

We can handle hosting or work with your existing provider:

• Managed Hosting: We handle everything ($50-$200/month)
• Your Hosting: We build on your existing hosting
• Hosting Setup: We can set up hosting with providers like SiteGround, WP Engine, or Netlify

We recommend hosting that's fast, secure, and reliable for Orange County businesses.

Yes! We serve clients across California and nationwide:

• Orange County: In person meetings available in Irvine, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, etc.
• California: We serve Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, and all of California
• Nationwide: Remote clients welcome with video calls and screen sharing

Our process works seamlessly whether you're local or remote.

Yes! We can write conversion focused copy:

• Website Copy: Homepage, about, services, and all pages
• SEO Content: Keyword optimized content that ranks
• Product Descriptions: Compelling ecommerce copy
• Blog Posts: Ongoing content marketing

Copywriting is included in most projects or available as an add-on starting at $150/page.

Absolutely! Website redesigns are one of our specialties:

• Modern Design: Update outdated look and feel
• Better Performance: Improve speed and mobile experience
• SEO Improvements: Fix technical issues hurting rankings
• Content Migration: Move existing content to new design
• 301 Redirects: Preserve SEO value and rankings

Most redesigns take 4-8 weeks and cost $5,000-$20,000 depending on size and complexity.

Your satisfaction is our priority:

• Revisions Included: Multiple rounds to get it right
• Regular Check-ins: You see progress and provide feedback throughout
• No Surprises: We show you designs before building
• Satisfaction Guarantee: We don't launch until you're happy

In 10+ years, we've never had a client we couldn't make happy. We work until it's right.