Frequently Asked Questions - Webs Architect

I want to put my business online, but I don't know where to start. This is my first web site, can you help me?
Absolutely! You do not need any online experience at all. I offer free consultation on all website services. I will be there to assist you if needed, from start to finish!

Why should I hire a website designer?
To save time hiring a website designer will help yo save precious time so that you can concentrate on your business, your vocation, or your organization. Even the best web site software takes time to learn. Many are expensive. Some limit creativity and are not compatible with each other. A web designer can implement proven skills to create your web site quickly and efficiently.

What should go into my website?
I will help you with this, but in general, web design should have an emphasis on attractive, simple graphics and text. So, go with content of the site, and not puffery. I will create a quick loading site that is clean in design anf free of blinking "gadgets" and background clutter.

How much will it Cost?
Since each website is designed just for your company, it really depends on what kind of site you want! I do my best to work within my cllients' budgets and my rates are very reasonable for professional design work. My best suggestion is to sit down and talk. It usually isnt's as much as you think! We can always start very small and build up the site over time.

How long does it typically take to build a site?
There are many factors that determine the time required to compete a website, on average it takes approximately 3 to 5 weeks (for a basic site) or anywhere between 7 and 14 weeks (for a larger, more complex site).

After a website is built how hard is it to add pages to it later?
Once built it's relatively inexpensive to add pages to your website or modify the text, images and dates in existing pages.

Can you use my business's existing logo, brochure design, and other materials for my website?
Certianly! If your logo and promotional materials are not in electronic format, I can convert them to a fomat appropriate for your website. I can accept almost any type of file as long as it is high quality and is clean without "jaggy" edges. I will help you keep your online image consistent with your existing one.

What is website "Maintenance"?
Website Maintenance refers to changes made to your website after the initial design and posting of y our website. Keeping a website up-to-date and ACTIVE is essential in having repeat visitors to your site.
Updating the site with sales, newletters, press releases, photos, new products, financial figures and links are all examples of website maintenance.

Do I need to buy a domain name and hosting?
I will help you with everything in this regard for those for whom I design or develop the website.