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Why Do Trade Businesses Need Professional Web Design?

In an industry where reputation is everything, your website is often the first impression potential clients have of your business. Here’s why a professionally designed website is crucial for your trade business:

Credibility & Trust

A professional website shows potential clients that you are serious about your business, increasing their confidence in your services.

User Experience (UX)

A well-structured website makes it easy for visitors to find the information they need, improving the chances they will contact you.

Mobile Responsiveness

Many clients search for trade services on their phones. A responsive design ensures your website looks great and works perfectly on any device.

SEO-Friendly

A professionally designed website helps your business rank higher in search results, making it easier for local clients to find you online.

Local Reach

Dominate the local market with a website that showcases your services to clients in your area, helping you stand out from the competition.

Benefits

The Benefits of Our Web Design Services for Tradespeople

Our web design services are an investment in your business's future, providing a foundation for ongoing success.

A well-designed website encourages visitors to take action, whether that’s requesting a quote or scheduling a service.

With a website optimized for both search engines and user experience, you'll see more visitors, which can lead to more job opportunities.

SEO improves your website’s usability, making it easier for potential clients to find the information they need.

What’s Included in Our Web Design Services?

Our comprehensive web design services cover every aspect needed to create a highly effective, user-friendly, and visually engaging website that drives results.

Custom Website Design

Tailored design that reflects your brand and meets your business goals.

Responsive Design

Ensuring your website looks great and functions well on all devices—desktops, tablets, and smartphones.

Performance Optimisation

Fast loading times to enhance user experience and reduce bounce rates.

User Friendly Design

Easy-to-use navigation structure to help visitors find what they need quickly.

Content Management System (CMS)

Integration of a user-friendly CMS (WordPress) allowing you to easily update content.

Basic On-Page SEO Setup

Implementation of meta tags, alt tags, and keyword integration during the design process.

Contact Forms and Lead Capture

Custom forms to capture leads directly from your website.

Image and Video Galleries

Display your work with high-quality images and videos.

Social Media Integration

Connect your website with your social media profiles for seamless sharing and engagement.

Secure Hosting and Domain Setup

Assistance with setting up hosting and domain, including SSL certificates for site security.

Optional Ongoing Monthly Website Management

We aim to build a partnership with you and continue to help your business thrive digitally.

WEBSITE DESIGN PROCESS

Where Strategy Meets Digital. Helping your Trade Business Succeed in a Digital World.

Objective: Understand your business, goals, and target audience.

Initial Consultation: Meet with the client to discuss their needs, goals, and vision for the website.
Project Scope & Requirements: Define the project scope, including the number of pages, functionalities, and any specific design preferences.
Research & Analysis: Analyse competitors, industry standards, and user expectations to inform design decisions.
Sitemap & Wireframes: Create a sitemap outlining the website structure and wireframes for key pages to visualise the layout and user flow.
Content Planning: Collaborate with the client to plan content, including text, images, and multimedia. Determine any content gaps and provide guidance on creation or curation.

Objective: Develop the visual design and user experience of the website.

Mood Boards & Style Guides: Present mood boards and style guides to establish the website’s visual direction, including color schemes, typography, and imagery.
Design Mockups: Create detailed mockups for key pages, focusing on aesthetics, usability, and branding consistency.
Client Review & Feedback: Present the designs to the client, gathering feedback and making revisions as needed.
Final Design Approval: Once the client is satisfied, finalize the design and prepare for development.

Objective: Transform the approved designs into a functional, responsive website.

Front-End Development: Code the website’s front-end, ensuring it is responsive and optimized for all devices.
Back-End Development: Implement any necessary back-end functionalities, such as content management systems (CMS), databases, and custom features.
Content Integration: Populate the website with content, ensuring it aligns with the design and functions seamlessly.
Basic On-Page SEO: Implement basic SEO best practices, such as meta tags, alt text, and URL structures, to ensure search engine readiness.

Objective: Ensure the website functions correctly across all devices and browsers.

Cross-Browser Testing: Test the website on all major browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) to ensure consistent performance.
Responsive Testing: Verify that the website displays and functions properly on various screen sizes, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
Functionality Testing: Test all forms, links, and interactive elements to ensure they work as intended.
Performance Optimization: Optimize images, scripts, and code to ensure fast loading times and smooth performance.
Client Review & Pre-Launch Approval: Present the fully functional website to the client for final review and gather any last-minute feedback.

Objective: Deploy the website live and provide ongoing support.

Final Preparations: Set up the hosting environment, configure the domain, and ensure all files are ready for deployment.
Push Live: Deploy the website to the live server, performing a final check to ensure everything is functioning as expected.
Post-Launch Monitoring: Monitor the website for any issues in the first few days, addressing any bugs or errors promptly.
Training & Handover: Provide the client with training on how to use the CMS, update content, and manage their website.
Ongoing Support & Maintenance: Offer ongoing support packages to assist with updates, security patches, and any future enhancements.

Why Consider a Website for Your Trade Business

Web Design Statistics for Trade Businesses

In today's digital age, having a website is essential for trade businesses. A professional website not only boosts credibility but also serves as a 24/7 online storefront, showcasing your services, portfolio, and contact information to potential clients. With more people searching online for local services, a website helps your business appear in search results, giving you a competitive edge. It also enables you to highlight customer reviews, special offers, and the unique value you bring to each job. Ultimately, a website builds trust, attracts more clients, and helps grow your trade business.

of first impressions relate to your website’s design.

of users say they won’t recommend a business with a poorly designed mobile site.

of online consumers are less likely to return to a site after a bad experience.

of consumers judge a company’s credibility based on its website design.

Bolt-On SEO to Your Web Design Package

Already have a web design package with us? Enhance your website’s performance with our tailored SEO services. We seamlessly integrate SEO strategies into your existing design package, ensuring that your website not only looks great but also drives traffic and generates leads.

TRADES WE WORK WITH

Scaffolding

Carpentry

Plastering

Electricians

Flooring

HVAC

Landscaping

Locksmithing

Masonry

Painting

Plumbing

Roofing

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Lets Work Together and Build Your New Website

Check Our Pricing

Choose an affordable plan that's packed with the best features for engaging your audience, creating customer loyalty, and driving sales.

Brochure Website

£ 249

Ideal for: Small businesses, contractors, or startups needing a simple, professional online presence.

Website Pages: Up to 5 pages (Home, About, Services, Contact, Blog).
Custom Layout: Simple, custom design tailored to your brand.
Responsive Design: Mobile and tablet-friendly layouts.
Basic SEO Setup: Basic on-page SEO (meta tags, alt text, keyword optimisation).
Contact Form: Simple contact form integrated with email.
Social Media Integration: Links to social media profiles.
Content Upload: Client-provided content upload (text, images).
Basic Analytics Setup: Google Analytics integration for basic traffic monitoring.
1 Revision Round: One round of design revisions.