Websites for small businesses

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We design and build websites for small businesses that are just starting out, or have outgrown the site they have.

Taking new projects nowMost sites launch in about two weeks
Who we helpThree ways in

Wherever you’re starting from.

Most of our clients are in one of three places. Each needs something a little different.

New business

Just starting out

You’re opening soon and need to look established from day one.

  • Logo and colours if you need them
  • A site live before you open
  • Set up on Google Maps
See a new-business project
Redesign

Website feels outdated

You have a site, but it’s slow, hard to use on a phone, or embarrassing to send people to.

  • Keep what works, replace the rest
  • Phone-first design
  • Your Google ranking protected
See a redesign
First website

No website yet

You’ve been getting by on word of mouth or a social page, and you’re ready for more.

  • Clear prices and services
  • Online booking or quotes
  • Changes handled for you
See a first website
Before & afterConcept project

Same business. Better first impression.

A local plumber with great reviews and a website from 2011. Drag the handle to see what changes when the phone number is the first thing you see.

delgadoplumbing.com
BeforeAfter
Drag to compare · Delgado Plumbing, concept projectSee the project
Selected work06 concept projects

Selected work

Concept projects showing how we approach each kind of business and starting point.

01RoofingTemplate website, no leads

Halvorsen Roofing

A family roofer whose template site buried the one thing storm-hit homeowners need: a fast inspection.

See the project
02Heating & coolingNo website yet

Northfield Comfort Co.

A Phoenix HVAC company running on referrals and a Google listing, ready for a site that books jobs.

See the project
03Bakery & caféNew business, no website

Harbor & Rye

A neighbourhood bakery opening its doors, with a site ready on day one.

See the project
See all 6 projects
What’s includedEvery project

Everything a small business actually needs.

No add-on surprises for the basics. Every site we build comes with all of this.

  • Works on every phone

    Designed for small screens first, because that is where most of your customers are.

  • Found on Google

    Page titles, descriptions, speed, and your Google Business Profile set up properly.

  • Contact that works

    Call buttons, quote or booking forms, and enquiries that land straight in your inbox.

  • Yours to keep

    Your domain, your content, your accounts. Everything is in your name.

  • Changes made for you

    Need new hours, prices, or photos? Send us a message and we’ll update it, usually within a working day.

  • Fast and secure

    Quick to load, with an SSL certificate so browsers mark it safe.

  • Domain and email help

    We sort out the web address and a professional email if you need one.

  • 30 days of aftercare

    Small fixes and tweaks after launch, included in every project.

How it worksMost projects: 1–3 weeks

How a project comes together

Four stages, one person leading from start to finish. Here’s what we do, and what we’ll need from you.

  1. 01 — Gather

    Gather

    A 45-minute call and a short questionnaire. We learn your business, your customers, and what the site needs to do.

    Days 1–2 · From youYour logo and any photos you have, opening hours, services and prices.

  2. 02 — Spark

    Spark

    We find the idea that makes everything click and show you a homepage design to react to.

    Days 3–5 · From youOne round of honest feedback. About 30 minutes of your time.

  3. 03 — Build

    Build

    We design the rest of the pages, write or polish the words, and build the site.

    Week 2 · From youReview the site on your own phone and approve the final words.

  4. 04 — Release

    Release

    We launch, connect Google, and make sure everything works on every device.

    Weeks 2–3 · From youA final look on your phone. Then tell your customers.

PricingFixed quotes, no hourly billing

Clear prices, up front.

Every project gets a fixed quote before we start. These are typical starting points. Full pricing

Not sure your site is working? We’ll take a look.

Send us your website address and we’ll record a short video walking through what’s working, what isn’t, and what we’d fix first. Free, and no obligation.

  1. Send your web address
  2. We review it on desktop and phone
  3. You get a 5–10 minute video within three working days
Get a free review
Questions

Good questions.

The things small business owners ask us most. Something else on your mind? Ask us

How much does a website cost?

Most small business sites cost $995 to $1,495, depending on how many pages you need. Bigger projects, like online shops or booking systems, get a custom quote. Either way, you get a fixed price before we start, so there are no hourly surprises. See pricing

How long does it take?

One to three weeks. A one-page site is usually live within a week, and most six-page sites within two. The biggest factor is how quickly we get your feedback and content.

Do I own my website?

Yes. The domain, the design, the words, and the accounts are all in your name. If you ever want to move on, you take everything with you.

How do I make changes after launch?

Just send us a message with what you’d like changed, and we’ll take care of it, usually within a working day. Small fixes are free for the first 30 days, and our care plan covers an hour of edits every month after that.

I don’t have a logo or photos. Is that a problem?

No. Many of our clients start with nothing. Our brand starter gives you a simple logo and colours, and we help you choose good images to use until you have your own.

Will people find me on Google?

We set up the things that matter most for local businesses: page titles and descriptions, a fast site, your Google Business Profile, and pages for the services and areas you cover. Nobody can honestly guarantee a ranking, but these basics make a real difference.

Help the circle grow.

Know a business that deserves a better website? Introduce us. They get $100 off their project, and you get $150 when it’s done. You don’t need to be a client to refer someone.

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EmailCampfireCollectiveStudio@gmail.com
Phone(848) 207-4011