Getting Started

How do I start a project with you?

Send us a message through the contact form or email us at hello@ameliewebworks.com. We'll reply within 24 hours to set up a free discovery call where we talk about your goals, timeline, and budget.

How much does a website cost?

Every project is different, so we price by quote. Book a free discovery call and we'll put together a clear, fixed price based on exactly what you need — no surprise charges, ever.

How long does it take to build a website?

Most sites take 2-4 weeks from kickoff to launch. Larger projects with e-commerce or custom features may take 4-6 weeks. The biggest factor is how quickly you can provide content and feedback on designs.

Do you require a deposit?

Yes. We ask for 50% upfront to begin work, and the remaining 50% is due when the site is finished and approved. This protects both of us.

Design & Development

Do you use page builders like Elementor or Divi?

No. We hand-code every site with clean, custom WordPress themes. This means faster load times, better security, and a site that's easier to maintain long-term. No bloated plugins slowing things down.

Will my website work on phones and tablets?

Absolutely. Every site we build is mobile-first, meaning we design for phones first and then scale up to desktops. Over 60% of web traffic is mobile — your site will look great everywhere.

Can I see the design before you build it?

Yes. We create mockups for you to review and approve before writing any code. You get to request changes until the design is exactly what you want.

How many revisions do I get?

The number of revisions depends on the scope of your project — we'll outline it clearly in your quote. We want you to be 100% happy with the final result.

After Launch

Can I update the website myself?

Yes. Every site is built on WordPress, which has an easy-to-use admin panel. We'll give you a training session so you know how to edit text, swap images, add blog posts, and manage your content.

Do you offer ongoing maintenance?

Yes. We offer monthly maintenance plans starting at $50/month that cover WordPress updates, security monitoring, backups, and priority support. You can also contact us for one-off fixes anytime.

What if something breaks after launch?

Every project includes 30-60 days of free support after launch. If something goes wrong, we'll fix it. After the support period, you can sign up for a maintenance plan or contact us for individual fixes.

Do you help with SEO and Google rankings?

Every site comes with basic SEO built in — proper meta tags, fast load times, mobile-friendly design, sitemaps, and structured data. For ongoing SEO work like content writing and link building, we offer that as an add-on service.

Technical

Do you provide hosting?

We don't sell hosting directly, but we'll help you choose a reliable host, set everything up, configure your domain, install SSL, and make sure your site runs fast. Hosting typically costs $5-15/month.

Will I own my website?

Yes. You own everything — the design, the code, the content, and the domain. If you ever want to move to a different developer, you can take it all with you.

Can you add custom features to my site?

Yes. We can build booking systems, membership areas, contact forms with custom logic, Google Maps, and integrations with other tools you use. Let us know what you need and we'll include it in your quote.

Still Have Questions?

We're happy to answer anything. Send us a message and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.

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