Answers to the most common questions about website design, costs, timelines, hosting, and SEO. Honest answers from a Newton Abbot web designer with 26 years experience.
Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design
Here are the answers to the questions we get asked most often. If you cannot find what you are looking for, give us a call on 07887 988780 and we will be happy to help.
How much does a website cost?
Our websites start from £250 for a WordPress site with the Divi 5 builder. Our ShoutFast speed sites start from £750. The exact cost depends on the number of pages, the complexity of the design, and whether you need features like an online shop or booking system. We will always give you an honest quote upfront with no hidden costs.
How long does it take to build a website?
Most websites are completed within two to four weeks from the initial consultation. Simple sites can be done faster; more complex projects with e-commerce or custom functionality may take a little longer. We keep you involved at every stage so there are no surprises.
What is ShoutFast?
ShoutFast is our custom website system that generates pure static HTML sites. Unlike WordPress, there are no database queries or PHP processing on each page load. This means pages load in under a second and consistently score 95 or above on Google PageSpeed. Faster sites rank better on Google and give visitors a better experience.
Do I need WordPress or ShoutFast?
It depends on what your business needs. If you want a fast, clean website for a service business, trades, consultancy, or similar, ShoutFast is usually the best choice. If you need an online shop, booking system, membership area, or other complex functionality, WordPress with Divi 5 is the way to go. We will advise you honestly on which is right for you.
Will my website work on mobile phones?
Yes, every website we build is fully responsive and tested on mobile devices, tablets, and desktops. Over 60 percent of web traffic now comes from mobile, so this is not optional. Google also uses mobile-first indexing, meaning your mobile site is what determines your search ranking.
Can I update the website myself?
Absolutely. Every website comes with personal screen-recorded video walkthroughs showing you exactly how to update your content, add pages, manage your blog, and handle enquiries. We also provide ongoing support if you get stuck or want us to make changes for you.
Do you help with SEO and Google rankings?
Yes. Every website we build includes on-page SEO as standard: proper title tags, meta descriptions, heading structure, fast load times, schema markup, and mobile optimisation. We also offer dedicated local SEO services for businesses that want to invest further in their Google rankings.
What about hosting?
We provide fully managed hosting from £10 a month. That includes SSL security, daily backups, uptime monitoring, and technical support. Our hosting runs on Samsung SSD servers powered by 100 percent renewable energy. You do not need to worry about the technical side; we handle everything.