Web Design & Development That Drives Real Results

Professional website costs in Canada typically range from $2,500 for a basic small business site to $25,000+ for custom enterprise solutions. Starter websites with 5-10 pages cost between $2,500-$5,000, while professional business websites range from $5,000-$12,000. E-commerce sites and custom web applications start at $12,000 and can exceed $50,000 depending on complexity. Factors affecting cost include design complexity, number of pages, custom functionality requirements, e-commerce needs, content creation scope, and ongoing support requirements. We provide transparent, detailed quotes after understanding your specific needs.

Website development timelines vary by scope. A simple 5-10 page starter website typically takes 3-4 weeks from discovery to launch. Professional business websites with 10-20 pages usually require 6-8 weeks. Custom e-commerce sites and web applications need 10-16 weeks depending on complexity. Our proven process includes 1 week for discovery and planning, 1-2 weeks for design and wireframing, 2-6 weeks for development, and 1 week for testing and launch. Rush services are available for urgent projects with expedited timelines. We establish clear milestones and keep you informed throughout the entire development process.

Every website we build includes comprehensive SEO optimization as a standard feature. Our SEO-first web design approach includes technical SEO elements like clean, semantic code structure, proper heading hierarchy, XML sitemap generation, robots.txt configuration, schema markup implementation, and mobile-responsive design. We also optimize on-page elements including meta tags, keyword-optimized content, internal linking structure, image optimization with alt text, and page load speed optimization. Additionally, we set up Google Analytics and Search Console, create SEO-friendly URLs, ensure proper canonical tags, and implement structured data markup. Your new website launches with a solid foundation for search engine success.

We specialize in multiple platforms to match your specific needs. WordPress powers 70% of our projects due to its flexibility, SEO-friendliness, and extensive plugin ecosystem. For e-commerce, we recommend WooCommerce for WordPress integration or Shopify for dedicated online stores. Custom projects may use React, Next.js, or Astro for modern web applications. We avoid proprietary platforms that lock you into expensive ongoing contracts. All our solutions use open-source technologies, ensuring you have full ownership and control of your website. Our platform recommendations are based on your business requirements, technical needs, budget considerations, and long-term scalability goals.

Every website we design uses a mobile-first approach, ensuring perfect functionality across all devices. Your site will display beautifully on smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers. We test your website on real devices including iPhone, iPad, Android devices, and various screen sizes from 320px to 4K resolution. Mobile-friendliness is essential for SEO (Google indexes mobile-first) and user experience (60%+ of web traffic is mobile). Our responsive design includes touch-friendly navigation, optimized mobile layouts, fast mobile loading speeds, readable text without zooming, accessible buttons and forms, and mobile-optimized images and media. You'll see exactly how your site looks on mobile before launch.

Post-launch support is included with every project. Starter websites include 1 month of support, professional sites include 3 months, and enterprise solutions include 6 months of dedicated support. During this period, we fix bugs, make minor adjustments, provide training on content updates, monitor website performance, and ensure everything runs smoothly. After the support period, we offer ongoing maintenance plans starting at $99/month that include security updates, plugin updates, backups, uptime monitoring, performance optimization, and priority technical support. You'll also receive comprehensive documentation and video tutorials for managing your website. We're never more than a phone call or email away for ongoing support.

We can manage your complete web infrastructure or work with your existing setup. For hosting, we recommend managed WordPress hosting providers like WP Engine, Kinsta, or SiteGround for optimal performance and security. These services typically cost $20-100/month depending on traffic and features. We'll set up your hosting account, configure SSL certificates, implement CDN services for speed, set up automated backups, and configure security protections. For domains, we recommend registering through reputable registrars like Namecheap or Google Domains. We handle all DNS configuration and domain management. If you prefer to handle hosting and domains yourself, we provide detailed specifications and work with your IT team to ensure proper configuration.

Website redesign is one of our core services. We've helped hundreds of Canadian businesses transform their online presence with modern, high-converting websites. Our redesign process starts with a comprehensive audit of your existing site including SEO analysis to preserve ranking keywords, content inventory and migration plan, user experience review, technical performance assessment, and conversion tracking setup. We then create a redesign strategy addressing identified issues while maintaining brand continuity. Key redesign benefits include improved mobile experience, faster page load speeds, better conversion rates, updated visual design, enhanced SEO performance, and easier content management. We preserve your existing SEO value while upgrading every aspect of your website.