Frequently Asked Questions About Web Design
ANSWERS FOR DFW BUSINESS OWNERS
How long does it take to build a website?
For a standard service business site with 5-15 pages, expect 4-6 weeks from kickoff to launch. More complex sites with custom features, integrations, or 20+ pages typically take 8-12 weeks. The biggest variable is feedback speed, our production timeline stays tight, but client review rounds set the overall pace. We walk through the full timeline in our web design process page.
How much does a website cost for a small business?
Website cost depends on scope, number of pages, custom functionality, content needs, and ongoing support. A professional, lead-generating site for a local service business is a different investment than a basic brochure site. We build custom proposals based on your specific requirements. Read our detailed web design cost breakdown for a closer look at what affects pricing.
Will my website be mobile-friendly?
Every site we build is mobile-first. We design and develop for phones and tablets before scaling up to desktop. Over 60% of local service searches happen on mobile devices, if your site doesn’t perform on a phone screen, you’re losing leads. We test across multiple devices and screen sizes before launch and verify Core Web Vitals compliance.
Do I need a custom website or can I use a template?
Templates can work for very simple sites, but they come with limitations, generic design, restricted layouts, bloated code that slows page speed, and poor SEO structure. For a business that depends on local search traffic and lead generation, a custom-built site gives you full control over design, performance, and SEO architecture. The upfront investment pays for itself through better rankings and higher conversion rates.
What platform do you build on?
WordPress. It powers over 40% of the web for good reason, flexible, SEO-friendly, and fully customizable. We build with clean, lightweight themes and only essential plugins to keep sites fast and maintainable. WordPress also gives you the ability to update content yourself if you want to, without needing a developer for every small change.
Will my website be optimized for SEO?
SEO is built into every site from the ground up. That means proper heading structure, keyword-targeted page titles and meta descriptions, fast load times, mobile optimization, schema markup, XML sitemaps, clean URL structure, and internal linking. We also configure Google Analytics and Google Search Console at launch. For businesses that want ongoing SEO services, the site architecture we build is designed to support long-term content and ranking growth.
Can you redesign my existing website?
Yes. We regularly rebuild sites for businesses that have outgrown their current design or need better performance and SEO. During our discovery process, we assess what’s working on your current site and what needs to change. We preserve any existing SEO value through proper 301 redirects and content migration, so you don’t lose rankings during the transition.
Do you provide hosting and maintenance?
We offer managed hosting and ongoing maintenance packages that include WordPress core updates, plugin updates, security monitoring, daily backups, uptime monitoring, and performance optimization. A maintained site stays fast, secure, and functional. An unmaintained WordPress site accumulates security vulnerabilities and performance issues within months.
Will I be able to update the website myself?
Yes. WordPress has an intuitive content editor that lets you update text, swap images, add blog posts, and make basic page edits without touching code. We provide a walkthrough after launch so you’re comfortable making routine updates. For structural changes, new pages, or design modifications, our team handles those to ensure everything stays consistent and optimized.
Will I be able to update the website myself?
Yes. WordPress has an intuitive content editor that lets you update text, swap images, add blog posts, and make basic page edits without touching code. We provide a walkthrough after launch so you’re comfortable making routine updates. For structural changes, new pages, or design modifications, our team handles those to ensure everything stays consistent and optimized.
What if I need changes after launch?
All of our projects include post-launch support. Minor updates and content changes are part of our ongoing maintenance. For larger changes, new service pages, design refreshes, feature additions, we scope and quote those separately. Your site should evolve as your business grows. We also recommend ongoing SEO content development to keep your site ranking and generating leads over time.