Questions About Web Design, Pricing & SEO
We know choosing a web designer is a big decision. Here are the questions small business owners ask us most often. If you don't see your answer here, reach out and we'll get back to you directly.
Hand-coded websites load significantly faster than WordPress because there's no bloated code, unnecessary plugins, or database queries slowing things down. That means better Google rankings, lower bounce rates, and more conversions. You also don't have to worry about plugin updates breaking your site or security vulnerabilities from outdated themes.
Absolutely. Every website we build is designed mobile-first, meaning it looks and works perfectly on phones, tablets, and desktops. Over 60% of web traffic comes from mobile devices, so we build for that experience first and scale up from there.
We handle full redesigns all the time. We'll rebuild your site from scratch with clean, hand-coded markup, migrate your existing content, and set up proper SEO so you don't lose any search rankings in the transition. If you have an existing blog, we can migrate that too.
Our sites consistently score 95-100 on Google PageSpeed Insights. Every plan comes with a Google PageSpeed score guarantee. Because we hand-code everything and optimize images, fonts, and assets, your site will load in under 2 seconds, which is significantly faster than the average WordPress site.
Our plans start at $150/month for the Growth plan (up to 5 pages), $250/month for Growth+ (up to 10 pages with integrations), and $350/month for Accelerate (15+ pages with full SEO suite). Every plan includes custom design, hosting, domain, SSL, unlimited edits, and direct developer phone support. No hidden fees.
Every plan includes custom design and hand-coded development, hosting, domain registration, SSL certificate, unlimited content edits, Google PageSpeed score guarantee, unlimited contact form entries, and direct phone support with your developer. Higher-tier plans add service pages, custom integrations (like booking systems or AI chatbots), and enhanced SEO.
There's a 6-month minimum commitment to ensure we have enough time to build, launch, and optimize your site properly. After that initial term, you can cancel anytime with no penalties or hidden fees. We keep things simple and straightforward.
No. The monthly price is the price. Design, development, hosting, domain, SSL, and unlimited edits are all included. There are no setup fees, no surprise invoices, and no upsells. What you see on our pricing page is what you pay.
Yes. Every Bestella website includes foundational SEO: optimized title tags, meta descriptions, proper heading structure, mobile optimization, XML sitemap, robots.txt, and Google Search Console setup. Our Growth+ and Accelerate plans include enhanced SEO with Google Business Profile optimization, schema markup, keyword research, and ongoing content optimization.
Most businesses start seeing improvements in search rankings within 3-6 months. SEO is a long-term investment, not an overnight fix. Technical improvements like faster load times and proper meta tags can show results within weeks, while competitive keyword rankings build over time.
A Google Business Profile is a free listing that shows up in Google Maps and local search results. If you serve customers in a specific area, it's essential. 88% of people who do a local search on their phone visit or call a business within 24 hours. Our Growth+ and Accelerate plans include full Google Business Profile setup and optimization.
Yes. Site speed is a direct Google ranking factor through Core Web Vitals. Google has publicly confirmed that faster sites get preferential treatment in search results. Our hand-coded sites load 3-5x faster than typical WordPress sites, which gives you a real competitive edge in search rankings.
A blog isn't required, but it's one of the most effective ways to rank for more keywords and bring in organic traffic. Each blog post is a new page Google can index, targeting questions your customers are already searching for. Our Growth+ and Accelerate plans include an SEO-ready blog with content management built in.
Most projects are completed within 2-4 weeks from the time we receive your content and branding materials. Larger sites with custom integrations like booking systems or AI chatbots may take slightly longer. We'll give you a clear timeline during your free consultation so you know exactly what to expect.
We'll need your logo, brand colors (if you have them), photos of your work or business, and information about your services. If you don't have some of these, that's fine. We can work with what you have and help fill in the gaps. The first step is a free consultation where we figure out exactly what you need.
Just call, text, or email. Every plan includes unlimited content edits, and you're talking directly to the developer who built your site. No ticketing systems, no account managers, no waiting in a queue. You reach out and it gets done.
You'll work directly with Jon, the founder and developer behind every Bestella website. There are no middlemen, no account managers, and no outsourced teams. The person you talk to is the same person writing your code and designing your site.
Yes. While we're based in the Boston area, we work with small businesses anywhere in the US. Everything is handled remotely through phone calls, email, and video chat. Your location doesn't affect the quality of your website or the level of support you receive.
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We're happy to answer anything that's not covered here. Reach out for a free, no-pressure consultation and we'll walk you through everything.
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