Bargain websites: What lurks beneath the surface… -

Who doesn’t love a bargain? You’ll often find me with my basket full of yellow stickered “was £3.50, now 38p” reduced items of loveliness!

But there are some areas where even I draw the line. And your website? That’s one of them…

Bargain websites: What lurks beneath the surface

A shiny new site for a great price seems like a win. But sometimes what looks like a bargain hides a few catches. And the small print, always check the small print.

The hidden costs of a cheap website

– Some bargain sites rely on rigid templates or closed platforms. If you need custom features or changes later, they might come with unexpected fees.

– Make sure your budget site doesn’t come with cost cutting security. Don’t leave your business vulnerable to hacks and breakdowns.

– Who you gonna call? When things break can you speak to someone there and then? Thought not, enjoy being ghosted on email!

– Growing pains? Need to expand your site? They wouldn’t charge you through the roof now they host you, would they?

What we do: Whether it’s WordPress (nothing wrong with a bit of “Press” as long as it comes with a 360 view) or a custom build, we build websites that are secure, easy to maintain – without the hidden costs.

Plus, you’ll always have someone to talk to when you need us.

SEO: Don’t fall for quick fixes

– Bargain sites, bargain SEO? Your new site will be found on Google, ChatGPT and everywhere else wont it? Otherwise, your bells and whistles won’t be heard or seen!

– Ask about page speeds. Slow loading sites = goodbye visitors. No one likes waiting for a page to load. Especially Google.

What we do: We build websites with SEO baked in – fast, structured and ready to rank from day one. No need for expensive fixes later.

Design & UX: Not just eye candy

– “I really like my site, it looks just like everyone else’s.” – said no one, ever. Your website should be yours, not there’s. Are you just getting someone else’s site with your logo and colours on it?

– How’s your navigation looking? Can’t have what you want, where you want? That’s the “one size fits all” approach, not a great fit is it!

– Slow, glitchy experiences = lost sales. If visitors struggle to use your site, they’ll be off, simple as that. Keep an eye on your bounce rate!

What we do: We create websites that are easy to use, visually engaging and convert visitors into customers. No confusion, just clarity.

Don’t compromise. Your business deserves a custom fit

– Cheap sites, limited flexibility. If you need custom forms, booking systems or integrations be ready for a lot of sucking teeth.

– Does your website align with your goals? Whether it’s lead generation, e-commerce or customer engagement, bargain sites won’t cut it.

What we do: We create websites that fit your business like a glove. Whether it’s a customised WordPress or a fully bespoke solution. You’ll get exactly what you need, not just what a template allows.

The real value of a proper website

A great website grows with your business. It adapts, evolves and doesn’t hold you back.

It’s an investment, not an expense. A proper site pays off by driving sales, building trust and keeping customers coming back.

The bottom line

We’re not just gonna chuck a website together, that’s not our style.

We build websites that work for you today, tomorrow and beyond – without constant rebuilds or headaches.

A cheap website might look like a win initially, but they can cost you more in the long run. Hidden costs, poor SEO, bad design and zero flexibility hurts your business.

So, get in touch with a fellow bargain lover, it’s a free consultation, no reason not to!

But 49p off that sourdough? Now that is a bargain…