Q: How do I choose a good website designer?
A: When searching for a good website designer and developer you must consider the following:
Qualifications-make sure the website designer has the skill sets you require and has been working in Web industry for at minimum 5 years. Ideally the designer will posses the following computer skills: photoshop, illustrator, fireworks, flash, xhtml, dhtml, javascript, php, mysql, major operating systems, web hosting, domain names, search engine optimization and other relevant tools.
Location - hire local website designers and developers, the designer doesn't have to be from your town but make sure they are located in USA.
Portfolio - check out the portfolio and see if the website designer has good number of examples of past and current website work
Testimonials - ask the website designer for customer testimonials and read what their current or past clients have to say about the designer's work
Friendliness - hire a friendly website designers, the last thing you want to do is deal with an unprofessional, unfriendly, rude, web designer who cares more about the money than the end result of your website
Q: How long does it take for a website design to be completed?
A: In general, the time it takes to develop a custom website is about 4-6 weeks or sooner. Of course we aim to complete the website sooner keep in mind some of the more advanced websites can take longer than 4-6 weeks to develop. If you need to have your Website sooner, give us a call and let us know your goals and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Qualifications-make sure the website designer has the skill sets you require and has been working in Web industry for at minimum 5 years. Ideally the designer will posses the following computer skills: photoshop, illustrator, fireworks, flash, xhtml, dhtml, javascript, php, mysql, major operating systems, web hosting, domain names, search engine optimization and other relevant tools.
Note: Rush service when available costs extra.
Q: I want to you to design my website, what do I need to know or do, what is the process?
A: In general, you should have a basic idea of what you are looking for in a website. Share with us a few current website examples that posses the elements, colors, content, functions, look and feel that you like and discuss your requirements with us. You should also have your entire content ready so that we can start the development process immediately. Don't worry, if something isn't clear, consult with us and we will do everything we can to assist you with your website creation project.
Q: Do we need to have a meeting in-person?
A: In most of cases an in-person meeting isn't necessary and 95% of our websites are generally completed via email and telephone only.
Q: Do you offer domain names and web hosting service?
A: No but we can recommend you a compatible Web hosting company which will provide you with everything you need for your new website. A domain name and compatible Web hosting service is required for your new website.
Q: What type of Web hosting service should I purchase?
A: There are many types of Web hosting services and in order to make sure it will work with your new website, please consult with us and let us know what type of Web hosting service you currently have or thinking about purchasing. If still can't figure it out, give us a call or email we will be happy to further assist you.
Q: What type of Web hosting service should I purchase?
A: There are many types of Web hosting services and in order to make sure it will work with your new website, please consult with us and let us know what type of Web hosting service you currently have or thinking about purchasing. If still can't figure it out, give us a call or email we will be happy to further assist you.
Q: How much will the website cost?
A: The cost of a website varies, depending upon the type of website you or your business requires. A basic website with 10 custom web pages will cost approx $1,500.00 USD, a simple ECommerce site $3,250.00 USD, a complex ECommerce site/Database Driven site $6,000.00+ USD. Obviously each site has to be treated on its individual requirements, but these figures should give you an idea of a ballpark figure
We request a 50% deposit for all standard sites and 80% for larger database driven projects. The balance of payment is then due on completion of the project.
Payment can be made by any major credit cards, certified, business checks or by using Paypal.