So How Much Is This Going to Cost?

Because web design projects vary so much in scope and purpose, it is practically impossible to give a quote without knowing the details of a specific project.

Your initial email consultation* is FREE. I require a $500 non-refundable deposit for the overall web design and concept. This must be paid before I begin the site design.

If all you need is a web design and a few pages with no special features, the quote will run close to $600. If you need a larger site with a shopping cart, many products, Flash, and/or other special features, you can anticipate a quote closer to $2500. Most web sites fall somewhere in between.

* Because of my tight schedule, all consultations are done by email only. I am very experienced at gleaning the information I need and asking the right questions during our email consultation. This saves time and money for both of us, which can then be used towards the actual creation of your web site.

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Found a Less Expensive Designer? Are you Sure?

My hourly rate is very competitive, but I'll admit that you can find lower. Before hiring a web designer with a lower hourly rate, be sure to ask for an approximate quote to do the whole site and make sure they have an extensive portfolio. Because i have almost 10 years experience working in web design and development, I work very quickly, usually finishing work well before the deadline. I may spend many fewer hours doing the same amount of work as a less-experienced web designer. Therefore while my hourly rate may be higher, you will be paying for fewer hours, and BONUS, have a beautiful and completed site a lot sooner. Remember, you get what you pay for.

When Is Payment Due?

I require a $500 non-refundable deposit for the overall web design/concept and to reserve a block of time. Please note that I will not begin work on your site until this deposit is paid. The balance of the quoted fee is due within 30 days of design approval. Note that if you give me the necessary photos, text, and site feedback in a timely manner, your site should be done before your payment is due; however, the balance is due within 30 days of design approval even if the site is incomplete due to a delay in providing me with the necessary files. If this payment is not made on time, a $60 per month late fee will be incurred and all work on the site will stop until the payment is received. If this payment is more than 30 days late, I reserve the right to disable your site until the payment, including late fees, is made.

Click here for the fine print regarding payment and make payments via credit card and Paypal.

What About Updates?

I can do updates and revisions to your web site at the $60 per hour rate. I have a 15-minute minimum charge, so I recommend sending updates in batches rather than bits and pieces. I will bill monthly for time used during the preceding month.

What About Trade or Barter ?

I love the whole concept of barter; however, due to my busy schedule I am not able to make these arrangements. Most people find that my fee is so reasonable that they are able to comfortably pay for a site they never thought they could afford!

Contact me for a custom quote—it doesn't cost anything to ask!