One of the questions I'm asked most often is...
"How much does a website cost?"
And I've decided my answer should be much simpler.
£500. That's what I charge for a typical new small-business website.
No need to fill in a form to find out. No "prices available on request". No wondering whether getting in touch means you're about to be given a figure you weren't expecting. I've always believed in being straightforward with people, so it made sense to do the same with my pricing.
For £500, I'll work with you to create a professional website built around your business, your customers and what you're trying to achieve. That includes thinking about the structure and layout, helping with your content and copy, guiding you on imagery, creating your service pages and bringing everything together ready for launch.
And once we've agreed what we're creating, I'm not watching the clock.
If I decide to spend another evening tweaking a page because something doesn't quite sit right, that's my choice, not your invoice. Of course, there are other costs involved in having a website, and I think it's important to be clear about those too.
Your website platform or hosting provider will usually charge for your website plan or hosting, and you'll normally need a domain name. If you choose additional functionality or third-party services, there may be costs for those too.
Those aren't charges from me. You'll pay them directly to the relevant provider, and I'll help you understand what you actually need before you commit to anything.
If you already have a website and it just needs some attention, website refreshes start from £300.
And if you only need a few changes, perhaps some new text, updated images, an additional service or a bit of help when you're stuck - ongoing support is £25 per hour, with no ongoing commitment. There will always be exceptions. If you come to me wanting a particularly large website, ecommerce or specialist functionality, we'll talk about that separately and I'll agree any additional cost with you before we start.
But for most of the small businesses I work with, I want pricing to feel simple.
New website: £500.
Website refresh: £300.
Website support: £25 per hour.
That's it.
One thing I've learnt over the years is that uncertainty creates stress. Whether it's life, work or websites, most of us feel more comfortable when we know where we stand. I don't want anyone worrying that asking me a question means they're committing to something they can't afford. And I certainly don't want someone getting halfway through a project wondering what the final bill is going to look like.
Building a website shouldn't feel like that. It should feel like working alongside someone who understands your business, gives you practical advice and makes the whole process feel a little easier.
Sometimes the greatest luxury isn't finding the cheapest option.
It's knowing exactly where you stand.
Perhaps it's time we had that cup of tea, you might be pleasantly surprised.
Right... I'm off to put the kettle on.
See you next time.
Bev ☕