Frequently Asked Questions

How does your website design process work?
I have a business that I want to put online, but don't know where to start, can you help?
What information do you need from me to get started?
How much input do I have during the design process?
If I already have a site can you help me improve it?
I have a logo and other business materials that I'd like incorporated into my site, can you do that?
Do I have to host with you?
Where are you located?
There is a site that I love, and I'd like my site to look like that, can you do this?
What is your typical turn around period?
Will you custom design our website for this price?
Can I use my existing website address if you design my site?
I'm not even sure my business needs a website, why do I need one?
If I need you to update my website later, how will that work?
Who writes the copy/text for each of the pages on the website?
How does payment work?
How long have you been in business?
Are your web sesign costs one time?
After the site is designed, is it possible to make changes to the site itself?
Can you help us get listed, and ranked high in search engines?
I just started a small home business, I don't have much to invest, but I need a site, can you help?

 

How does your website design process work?

The process starts with the initial consultation. We'll talk with you on the phone, or through email to determine exactly what you need from your site. Once we both have a solid concept for your website, and agree upon the price and completion time we can start work on your site.

Payment
Half of the total quote is required before we begin work on your site. The remaining half is not due until your website is successfully completed.

Specifications and Content
In order to start development, we require any content, text, logos, and other sites that you like the look of to make sure we design your site exactly the way you want.

Initial Design
Once the first half of the payment is made, development can begin on your website. The first step is creating the original layout and framework that your web site will be built upon (sometimes called your template). It should be noted that we do not use premade templates for any of our sites, and every single one is created to your specifications.

Design Review
When the initial design is finished, we'll send you a mock-up for your approval. You can ask for any changes to the design at this point. Once the design is approved, we can move on to coding your site into what will become your final website.

Finishing the Website
With the design ready to go, the last part involved to coding your site (using CSS and HTML). Your site will be coded with SEO techniques, and 'proper markup' in mind. At this point it at very important that you have sent over all text and pictures for ALL of the pages on your site, in order to get your site done on time. All of your content will be placed into the template made in the previous phase, all your pages will be created and linked together.

Final Review
Your site is now finished, and awaiting your final review. You're free to make minor changes at this point. Once you've approved, the site is ready to go live.

Going Live!
Now that you're happy with the finished product, you can make the second half of the payment, and your site will be live.

 

I have a business that I want to put online, but don't know where to start, can you help?

We've been helping business owners just like you for over 12 years. We understand that the process can seem complicated from the outside, and it is actually quite simple. Every website requires three things. The actual website, hosting, and a domain name (.com name). We can help you get all of them set up from start to finish at one low price.

For hosting and free domain name we reccomend, 1and1 (just click the link, then Hosting --> Linux Hosting). Any package will work, they are all very competitively priced. Once you have this, simply forward the emails to us, and we'll set up everything for no extra cost.

Now you have your domain name, and hosting set up, we will create your actual web site. This is what you pay us for, we set up the hosting & domain name for you for free, because we've done this hundreds of times before, it's far easier for us to do it than for a beginner to try.

Once the site is one, we'll get it online for you, and you'll be good to go.

 

What information do you need from me to get started?

We need any text, images, logos, and any other information you want on the site.

 

How much input do I have during the design process?

You are fully involved in the process, the more information you can give us on what you want on the site, the better we can design your site to your needs. At the start of the project, send us any other sites that you really like, any colors that you prefer, and anything else that might help.

After this, there are two major points that we ask for your input. First is after we create the initial design for the site. We'll send it to you for approval or any changes you might have. Based upon that we'll create your actual site, which you'll also have the opportunity to make changes to before going live.

 

If I already have a site can you help me improve it?

Yes, we specialize in redesigning old web sites. We offer a 20% discount on all our design packages for existing web sites. There are a lot of old web sites online that could be easily improved, and brought up to date.

 

I have a logo and other business materials that I'd like incorporated into my site, can you do that?

Since all of our sites are created from scratch, we love working with your existing logos or materials for the website. This will allow us to give you a web site with the same design as the rest of your materials.

 

Do I have to host with you?

We don't host websites ourselves. We prefer to focus on the design and marketing of our clients sites, as hosting is a field that is quite different. We recommend 1and1 for most of our clients, and can easily get your site up and running for you. You can use your existing host, or any company you'd like (just make sure you get PHP & MySQL included).

 

Where are you located?

We are located in Boynton Beach, Florida, however we do most of our business with companies all around the globe.

 

There is a site that I love, and I'd like my site to look like that, can you do this?

Yes, this is great for us. We love customers who know exactly what they want, it allows to be sure we're giving you exactly what you're looking for. It's always a good idea before creating a new site to look around the web for other sites that you like to give us an ideas.

 

What is your typical turn around period?

Once we have all the content for the site from you, our typical turnaround time for most packages is 1-2 weeks.

 

Will you custom design our website for this price?

Every single one of our pages is custom designed, using the latest design standards, proper logical markup, and designed with SEO in mind. We never cut corners, and design our lowest cost sites to the same standards as our largest customers. We design sites the right way, the first time, and never cut corners.

 

Can I use my existing website address if you design my site?

Yes, you can use any domain name you have, and any hosting you have.

 

I'm not even sure my business needs a website, why do I need one?

Every business can benefit from having a web site online. Having a web site has become as important as having a business card. If people are interested in learning more about your business, no matter how big or small it is, the first thing they'll do is Google it. If your site doesn't appear, the first thing they'll think is that it may not be a legitimate business.

Having a web site is the best way to gain more customers you never thought you could gain, while presenting a professional image online. Even if you just want a very simple website, it helps!

 

If I need you to update my website later, how will that work?

Keeping your website up to date is important, and can keep customers coming back to your site again and again.

There are two options for updating your content. First we have our own content management system that can be easily integrated into any site for $30/month (for sites under 15 pages). This will allow you to change your content, easily, directly on your site.

We can also make any changes for you for $45/hour. Simply email us a list of changes, we'll give you a quote, and complete your changes ASAP.

 

Who writes the copy/text for each of the pages on the website?

In the vast majority of cases, the client will email us with the copy for each page at the start of the project. If you need copywriting services, this is available for $100/page.

 

How does payment work?

We accept all major credit cards via paypal (paypal [at] bryantsmith.com). we also accept payment via check or money order.

Half of payment is due at the start of a project, and half upon completion.

 

How long have you been in business?

We've been in business for 12 years.

 

Are your Web Design costs one time?

Yes, costs are one time.

 

After the site is designed, is it possible to make changes to the site itself?

Yes, we have our own content management system that can be easily integrated into any site for $30/month (for sites under 15 pages). This will allow you to change your content, easily, directly on your site.

 

Can you help us get listed, and ranked high in search engines?

Yes, we specialize in helping our clients achieve high rankings in search engines. Send us an email for more information on how we can acheive this, or read more on our marketing page.

Many of our customers have acheived number one rankings in search engines using our marketing services, for much less than you might imagine.

 

I just started a small home business, I don't have much to invest, but I need a site, can you help?

Yes, we work with individuals and can help you get your site online quickly, easily, and within your budget.