Web development
Websites that load fast, rank well and bring in work
We design and build websites for Canadian businesses on WordPress, Shopify and custom code. Every site is made to be quick on a phone, easy to manage and ready to be found from the day it launches.
Choosing a platform
WordPress, Shopify or custom? It depends on how you'll use it
We build on all three, so we don't have a reason to push one. Here's how we usually decide.
| Platform | Best for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | Service businesses that want to edit pages and publish articles themselves | Needs regular updates and a careful choice of plugins to stay fast and secure |
| Shopify | Online stores of almost any size, especially if you want hosting and payments handled for you | Monthly platform fees and app costs; some technical settings are locked |
| Custom build | Booking systems, client portals, calculators and anything with unusual logic | Higher upfront cost; makes sense when off-the-shelf tools can't do the job |
| Hand-coded static site | Brochure sites that rarely change and need to be as fast as possible | Content changes go through us, which suits some owners and not others |
What every website we build comes with
- Fast on a phone. Compressed modern images, lean code and no unnecessary scripts. We test on real mobile speeds, not just a fast office connection.
- SEO built in. Clean headings, unique titles and descriptions, schema markup, an XML sitemap and all text readable in the page source.
- Security basics. HTTPS, security headers, protected forms and sensible permissions.
- Accessible design. Readable contrast, keyboard-friendly navigation and proper image descriptions.
- Tracking set up. Google Search Console and privacy-friendly analytics connected before launch.
- Ownership. The domain, the files and every account in your name.
How a website project runs
Discovery
Your goals, your customers, what's working on your current site and what isn't. If you have an existing site, we check what it ranks for so we don't lose it.
Sitemap and content plan
Which pages you need, what each one should say, and the searches each one should target.
Design
Layouts for key pages on desktop and mobile, in your brand colours. You review and request changes before we build. See our UI and UX design process.
Build and content
Development, copywriting and image optimization, with a private preview link so you can follow along.
Testing and launch
Speed, mobile, forms, links, redirects and tracking all checked before the site goes live.
After launch
We watch Search Console for problems in the weeks after launch and fix anything that comes up.
Redesigning? Don't lose the rankings you already have
The most expensive mistake we see is a beautiful new website that wipes out years of search traffic. It usually happens because old page addresses change and nobody sets up redirects, or because content that was ranking gets cut in the redesign.
Before we touch anything, we export every page your current site ranks for and map each one to its new home. Old links keep working, Google transfers the value, and your visibility carries over. If your site has deeper issues, our technical SEO audit is a good place to start.
Questions we get asked
How much does a new website cost?
It depends on the number of pages, how much content needs writing, the platform and any special features like booking or ecommerce. We quote each project individually so you only pay for what you need.
How long does it take to build a website?
A small business site usually takes a few weeks from approval to launch. Larger sites, stores and custom builds take longer. We give you a timeline in the quote, and the biggest variable is usually how quickly content and feedback come back.
Can I update the website myself?
If you want to, yes. We'll recommend a platform that makes editing easy, usually WordPress or Shopify, and show you how to use it.
Do you write the content too?
We can. Most clients give us the facts and we write the pages, then you review them. Good copy is half of what makes a site rank and convert.
Related services
Want an honest look at your website?
Tell us what you sell and who you sell to. We will tell you what we would fix first, what it would take, and whether we are the right fit. No pressure and no long contracts to sign before you know us.