Web design Chichester

Yes, we offer fast, secure UK-based hosting optimised specifically for the websites we build. Our hosting includes daily backups, security monitoring, a 99.9% uptime guarantee, and email accounts for your domain.

Hosting packages start at £96/year and include everything needed to keep your website running smoothly. We can also help you register your preferred domain name (typically £20/year for .co.uk or .com domains).

Alternatively, if you prefer using your own hosting provider, we can build your website on any quality host. We recommend UK-based hosts for better loading speeds for Chichester customers and GDPR compliance.

What’s included in our cPanel hosting: daily automated backups, malware scanning and removal, SSL certificates, server-level caching for speed, 24/7 server monitoring, email accounts, and UK-based support. We handle all technical aspects so you can focus on running your business.

We offer unlimited design revisions until you’re happy—this is built into our process, not an expensive add-on.

Here’s how it works: After our discovery phase, we create initial design concepts showing your homepage and key interior pages. You review and provide feedback. We make adjustments based on your input. This cycle continues until the design perfectly reflects your vision and brand.

Most clients are happy within 1-2  revision rounds, but we never move forward until you give explicit approval. You’re never pressured to accept a design that doesn’t feel right.

What we need from you: specific, detailed feedback. Instead of “I don’t like it,” tell us what needs to be explicitly changed—colours, layout, imagery, tone, specific elements. The clearer your feedback, the faster we reach your perfect design.

We’ve been doing this since 2013, and customer satisfaction is why 80% of our work comes from referrals and repeat clients. Your happiness with the final result is non-negotiable.

Yes, we offer comprehensive maintenance packages to keep your website secure, updated, and running smoothly long after launch.

What’s included in maintenance:

• WordPress core and plugin updates (crucial for security)
• Regular security scans and malware removal
• Daily automated backups with 30-day retention
• Performance monitoring and optimisation
• Broken link checks and fixes
• Uptime monitoring with instant alerts
• Priority email support (response within 4 hours)

Why maintenance matters: WordPress releases security updates regularly. Outdated websites become vulnerable to hacking, malware, and data breaches. Maintenance ensures your website stays secure and performs optimally as technology evolves.

Pricing: Maintenance packages start at £40/month. We also offer pay-as-you-go support at £60/hour if you prefer to handle updates yourself and only need occasional help.

After launch, you’re never abandoned. We’re here to support your website for as long as you need us, whether through structured maintenance packages or ad hoc assistance.

Absolutely. We regularly rescue websites with problems: slow loading speeds, security issues, outdated designs, poor mobile experience, or websites broken by bad updates.

Common fixes we handle:

• Speed optimisation (fixing slow-loading sites)
• Mobile responsiveness improvements
• Security cleanup (malware removal, hacking fixes)
• WordPress update issues and broken plugins
• Broken contact forms or functionality
• Design refreshes without complete rebuilds
• SEO issues causing ranking drops
• Moving websites to better hosting

Our process: We conduct a comprehensive audit identifying all issues (free, no obligation). You receive a detailed report explaining problems and costs to fix them. You decide whether to repair the existing site or invest in a complete rebuild—we’ll advise honestly which makes more business sense.

Sometimes fixing an old website costs more than rebuilding from scratch with modern technology. We’ll always tell you the most cost-effective solution, even if it means less work for us. Book a free website audit to get started.

Yes, we understand that cash flow matters for small businesses. We offer flexible payment terms to make professional web design accessible.

Standard payment structure:

50% deposit to begin work
50% due upon launch

For larger projects (over £5,000):

33% deposit to begin
33% at midway
34% before launch

Extended payment plans are available for established businesses on request. We can discuss custom payment schedules during your consultation—we’re flexible and want to work with your budget constraints.

What we don’t do: Require full payment upfront (red flag with other companies). We share risk—you pay as we deliver results. If you’re unhappy at any stage, you can walk away having only paid for work completed.

Transparent pricing, flexible payment terms, and no surprises—that’s how we’ve built trust with over 200 West Sussex businesses since 2013.

Investment in professional websites typically ranges from £800 to £35,000, depending on complexity and features. We offer transparent, fixed-price packages with no hidden costs. Our websites usually generate a return on investment within 12 months, driven by increased leads and sales. Schedule a free consultation for a personalised quote.

Most custom websites launch within 2-6 weeks from project start. For urgent projects, we can expedite delivery within 2-3 weeks. We believe in doing things right rather than fast – your website needs to perform flawlessly from day one to maximise your return on investment.

Yes, professional copywriting is available as an add-on service for clients who need help creating compelling website content.

Why professional content matters: Your website copy needs to engage visitors, communicate your value clearly, address customer pain points, include relevant keywords naturally, and ultimately convert browsers into buyers. Writing for websites requires a different approach than brochures or general marketing materials.

What we provide:

• Homepage copy focused on conversions
• Service page descriptions
• About page storytelling
• Product descriptions (e-commerce)
• Blog post creation
• SEO-optimised content, including targeted keywords

Pricing: Content creation starts at £100 per page, depending on length and research required. Most business websites need 5-7 pages of content, totalling £500-£700 for complete copywriting.

Alternatively, Many clients prefer to write their own content (you know your business best) while we guide the structure and optimise for SEO. We provide a content template showing exactly what’s needed for each page, making the writing process straightforward even if you’re not a natural writer.

Discuss content needs during your consultation—we’ll recommend the best approach for your budget and timeline.

Website builders like Wix, Squarespace, and Weebly work for fundamental websites with limited goals, but they come with significant limitations that impact business growth.

Website builder limitations:

• Limited design customisation (template-constrained)
• Slower loading speeds are affecting Google rankings
• Restricted SEO capabilities
• Difficult to migrate to better platforms later
• Hidden costs add up (apps, features, storage)
• Limited support when problems arise
• Less professional appearance
• Restricted functionality for complex features

Professional website advantages:

• Custom design matching your brand exactly
• Optimised for speed and performance
• Full SEO control and flexibility
• Ownership of your website and content
• Scalable as your business grows
• Expert support when needed
• Professional appearance builds trust
• Integration with any system or tool

Cost comparison: Wix costs £200-400 yearly with limited features. Our professional websites start at £700 one-time cost with far superior functionality, performance, and appearance.

The reality: If you’re serious about business growth, DIY builders rarely deliver the results needed. Initial savings disappear quickly through limitations, lost opportunities, and eventual rebuild costs. Invest in your website like you’d invest in business premises—professionally, not with a DIY kit.

Yes, we offer professional logo design and brand identity services to ensure your website reflects a cohesive, professional brand.

Logo design packages include:

• Multiple initial concepts (typically 3-5 options)
• Limited revisions (3)
• Final files in all formats (PNG, JPG, SVG, PDF)
• Colour and black/white versions
• Social media profile versions

Pricing: Logo design starts at £150.

Why branding matters: Your logo appears everywhere—on your website, business cards, vehicles, social media, and packaging. Inconsistent or amateur branding undermines customer trust, especially for professional services. A strong brand identity makes your business memorable and builds credibility.

Do you already have a logo? That’s perfect—we’ll incorporate your existing branding into your new website design, ensuring consistency across all marketing materials. Discuss branding needs during your free consultation.

Unlike generic website approaches, our Chichester-focused strategy considers:

Local search patterns – We understand how West Sussex area, the search for services online, and we optimise your site for the specific terms and phrases they use.

Regional business landscape – Chichester has a distinct mix of heritage tourism, local services, and growing technology sectors. We design websites that appeal to this diverse customer base while reflecting the area’s professional standards.

Community connections – By working locally, we understand which local directories matter, how to optimise for Chichester-specific searches, and which local partnerships can boost your online visibility.

Immediate support – When you need help, we’re here in West Sussex, not in a distant call centre. Face-to-face meetings, local knowledge, and genuine understanding of your business challenges make all the difference.

Every website we build includes SEO fundamentals: fast loading speeds (under 2.5 seconds), mobile optimisation, clean code structure, and proper meta tags. However, ranking well requires a paid ongoing SEO plan beyond the initial build.

For local Chichester businesses, we focus on Google Business Profile optimisation, local citations across UK directories, on-page SEO targeting “Chichester [your service]” keywords, and building local authority through content and reviews.

Realistic timeline: Basic local search visibility within 3-5 months. First-page rankings for competitive terms typically take 6-18 months, depending on competition and keyword difficulty. Industries like estate agents and solicitors face tougher competition than specialised trades or niche services.

We offer tiered SEO services: basic SEO included with every website, advanced local SEO packages (£300-£800/month), and comprehensive SEO campaigns for competitive markets, prices after analysis. Rankings require consistent effort—one-time SEO rarely delivers lasting results. Schedule a consultation to discuss realistic expectations for your specific industry and location.

Your website will go offline and become inaccessible to visitors. However, your website content and design aren’t lost—they’re backed up and can be restored when hosting resumes or moved to a new host.

What hosting actually is: Hosting is renting space on a server (a specialised computer) that stays online 24/7, allowing people to access your website anytime. Think of it like renting premises for a shop—stop paying rent, you lose access to the space, but your products aren’t gone forever.

If hosting lapses:

• The website goes offline immediately
• Email accounts stop working
• You lose no data (we have backups)
• Domain name remains yours (separate from hosting)
• The website can be restored within hours once hosting resumes

Avoiding problems: We send reminders 30 days before hosting renewal. We never want websites to go offline unexpectedly. If cash flow is temporarily tight, speak with us—we’d rather work out a short payment arrangement than see your website disappear.

Hosting costs: £96-276 annually. It’s a small ongoing investment compared to the business your website generates. Our clients typically see a 40-50x return on their hosting investment through leads generated.

Absolutely. We build all websites on WordPress, the world’s most popular content management system, which powers 43% of all websites. WordPress requires zero coding knowledge—if you can use Microsoft Word, you can update your website.

You’ll be able to: edit text and headlines, upload and replace images, add new pages, publish blog posts, update contact information, manage products (e-commerce sites), and embed videos or social media feeds.

You’ll need us for design changes, adding complex functionality, plugin installations, security updates, troubleshooting technical issues, and speed optimisation.

We provide comprehensive training during launch (recorded for future reference), written documentation for common tasks, and ongoing support via email or phone. Most clients become confident managing their content within a week. Our website maintenance packages cover technical updates while you focus on content—giving you complete control without the technical headaches.