Answering these frequently asked questions will cut down development time and keep your budget under control
Don’t let anyone fool you. Building a new website is a big deal for any business. The time commitment needed almost always catches you by surprise. Getting pictures. Writing content. Making design decisions.
We’ve assembled six frequently asked questions and answers that will help control your budget, launch sooner, and deliver a better performing website.
1. Do I need a new website?
Most websites are ready for a fresh development after about three years, but it will vary depending on your business.
- Having trouble making simple updates?
- Performance dropping or fewer leads?
- Doesn’t reflect your business today?
If the answer is “yes” to any of these questions… then it’s probably time for a new website.
2. How much will a website cost?
Depending on the site platform, complexity of the site, and other integrations your website will typically start at several thousand dollars.
- DIY websites (Wix, Squarespace) – $1,000 to $10,000
- Built-for-You (WordPress, Web Flow, Shopify) – $5,000 to $50,000
- Enterprise-level (Drupal, Magento/Adobe) – $15,000+
3. How long does it take to build a website?
Basic websites can be done in several weeks, but more integrations and features will increase the development time.
- DIY websites – Several weeks
- Built-for-You – 3 to 6 months
- Enterprise-level – 6 months to a year
4. Do I need to write content or can Signalfire?
Yes, we can help you write online content. Even complex topics like engineering and manufacturing processes. If you do want to write your own content:
- Are you refreshing existing text or writing fresh?
- Do you have time to write and review?
- And does that fit into the entire project timeline?
5. What kind of pictures or videos should I have?
Imagery and video are key to a great design.
- How recent are your pictures and videos?
- Do they show your process or outcomes?
- What about new products, services, or equipment?
6. Can you help keep the website updated once we’re done?
Signalfire supports our websites beyond the site launch with hosting and maintenance.
- Keeps software up to date
- Checks security and backups
- Updates website content as needed
- Options for SEO and traffic reporting
Get an Instant Estimate for Your Website
Have you got answers to the questions? We’ve got an instant website estimator that will help you budget for your website.
Like what you see in the estimate? Signalfire will build an incredible website that is customized for your business.