Website design - frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Here is a list of frequently asked questions on web design.

How much will my website cost?
There's no simple answer to this question. It depends on how many pages you want, how much input you want into the look and feel of your site and how much artwork needs be created to add impact to your pages (logos, photographs etc). However we can say that our prices do range from £99 for a very simple one page 'business card' type website to £500 plus for large, multi-page websites. A simple 5-page website usually costs between £150 and £200. An 'average' site (6-10 pages, photographs, contact form) usually works out between £300 and £450.

As a website owner, what ongoing costs can I expect?
The first year of hosting is included in all our packages. From year 2, you will need to pay our yearly hosting fees. The current fee is £39.99 per year. You will also need to renew your domain name (either .com or .co.uk) yearly or biannually. The renewal cost depends on the name, but is in the region of £10 to £20 per name. (.com names are more expensive).

How long does it take to design a site?
Providing you can get all the content you want to include on your website to us promptly, we can usually produce an average site in a week - sometimes less. Larger sites may take longer.

Do we need a meeting?
No. Telephone, internet and email contact are fine. For this reason, we can design a site for you whatever your location in the UK.

Can you add to my existing website?
Adding to an existing website that someone else has created can be difficult as different people programme websites in different ways. However, we are always happy to take a look at your existing website and see if we can make changes for you. Sometimes it is more cost effective to start again from scratch.

What do I have to provide for you to be able to design my website?
First we will need to know how many pages you want to have on your website (home, services, costs, contact etc.). We will ask you if you have any existing artwork that you want to use (logos) or if you would like us to create the artwork for you. We will also want to know if you plan to provide us with the photographs for your website, or if you would like us to source suitable photographs. Finally, we will need content for your website - in other words the text you want to use.

Will I be able to update my website myself?
To be able to update your website yourself, we need to add a content management system to the site. This costs £300 on top of the price quoted for your website. We should point out that content managements systems require some technical understanding of file handing and transfers, and word processing. And although content management systems sound good in theory, updates to your site can be time consuming to implement. For this reason, we recommend taking out a content maintenance contract with us instead - it usually works out cheaper, and saves you time. (We make small content pages, text changes for example, free of charge through the hosting year.) If you require a website that you can update yourself, we would be pleased to talk over the options with you.

I'm not very good at writing - can you write the content for me?
Yes, we offer a professional copy writing service if you require it.

Can I use my own photographs on my website?
Yes, of course. However, sometimes photographs that you have taken yourself can look unprofessional, and we recommend that you use high quality photographs were possible, either taken by someone who knows what they are doing, or by a professional photographer. Alternatively, we can source photographs on the internet. We can advise on the best options for you.

Why should I ask you to design my website for me?
We are a small company, so you get a very personal service which is friendly and accommodating. Our prices are very competitive as we are able to keep our overheads low. All our websites follow the principles of good website design - and they look good too. We are proud of our websites - visit our testimonials page to see what our clients have said about us.

Please contact The Website Design Studio for a friendly, no obligation discussion about your website needs.

Tel: +44 (0)1903 879362
Email: info@thewebsitedesignstudio.co.uk