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QunsTack is a performance-led digital growth agency founded in 2013. We help businesses grow through web development, Shopify, SEO, digital marketing, conversion optimization, author websites and professional eBook services...
Top Services:
- SEO
- eCommerce
- PPC
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Sonoma, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We help leaders create places people love.Take your organization's projects from good intentions to great outcomes. People count on you to create better opportunities and more vibrant experiences.Hersick + Webster helps leaders create success by turning understanding into opportunity...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Eugene, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Atomic Object is a top-rated custom software design and development consultancy. Our co-located, U.S.-based team works with executives to improve their bottom line by delivering new products, enhancing existing products, modernizing legacy products, and integrating AI into their software systems...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nexentis is on a mission to empower organizations with cutting-edge digital solutions. We are transforming firms that are dedicated to driving growth and innovation...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Texas City, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
We are an Agile Software and Website Development house, providing pragmatic problem solving, modern project management, and diligent quality assurance. Established in the wake of a devastating downturn in our region's coal industry, Bit Source now exports code rather than coal...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Pikeville, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Redonk is a B2B digital experience agency. Since 2002 we've helped companies that sell complicated things make their products easier to buy and harder to forget. Our five practices cover strategy, brand, web, product design and marketing - all delivered . by an experienced team...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
To deliver award-winning, world-class creative solutions that foster unforgettable experiences for consumers and build market value for companies. Our clients set the bar in their industry and are envied by their competitors. Our team of kick-ass talent is proud and empowered of the work we do...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Our company specializes in transforming businesses, enabling them to reach new heights and secure a competitive edge in their respective industries...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Iowa web design and SEO studio building custom WordPress sites for small businesses and nonprofits. Based in Williamsburg, serving statewide...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Williamsburg, Iowa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a family owned I.T. Company and weve been at it since the Microsoft launched its first browser. Since 1996, we are here to bring solutions to your business online, harnessing the latest technology, only intended to bring out the best of your business. Technologies we work in AWS Cloud, NodeJS...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
Wild Spirit Development, LLC, is a web design and development company serving clients in Denver. Its experts specialize in creating high-functioning custom-made WordPress websites for businesses that are optimized for both desktop and mobile devices. The agency can cater to clients who are just starting out...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Sterling, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Media Junction collaborates with businesses focused on growth, regardless of their size or location, spanning from Minneapolis to Houston, Silicon Valley to New York City, and everywhere in between...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- SEO
- Web Design
- CRM Consulting
- Branding
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- Location
- St. Paul, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Multidots is an Inc. 5000 company and one of the top WordPress development companies in the world. We are also one of the preferred enterprise WordPress implementation partners (WordPress VIP Gold Partner) selected by Automattic the company behind WordPress.com, WooCommerce, and Tumblr...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Atlanta's award-winning agency offers collaborative, creative, and affordable website solutions. Our services include website design, wordpress development, e-commerce, managed hosting, and digital marketing...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Neuron Web is what happens when a 20-year managed IT firm gets tired of cleaning up hacked WordPress sites and decides to build websites the right way instead. We craft fast, static-first sites for established Southern California businesses - plumbers, roofers, manufacturers, law firms - then stand behind...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Managed Services
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We prioritize minimizing costs by providing transparent pricing and comprehensive services. With our one-on-one collaboration approach, you will have a dedicated designer to streamline communication. Expect prompt updates and quick issue resolution to keep your website running smoothly...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Techugo is a global AI, web, and mobile app development company delivering scalable digital solutions since 2015. With 1400+ products delivered across healthcare, fintech, and on-demand industries, we help startups & enterprises build AI-powered apps & platforms that drive real business growth...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Dulles, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.SEV.DESIGN is an independent branding and web design agency based in New York, serving businesses across the United States...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
At What if Design, we use the power of design to help tech-innovation led companies become market leaders and win over business as usual. We're a full-service design helping you communicate effectively through brand and website to crafting meaningful user experiences for enterprise-grade products...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
CoSpark, a leading WooCommerce development agency with 15+ years of experience, specializes in crafting exceptional eCommerce solutions, generating over $300 million in annual revenue for clients. Renowned for full-stack development, customizations, and ongoing maintenance...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
we specialize in turning your vision into reality through our cutting-edge next-gen services. From innovative product development to seamless digital transformations, we empower businesses to thrive in the modern era. Our commitment to excellence ensures sustainable growth and unparalleled success for our...
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- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- IT Services
- Software Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- New Castle, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Where cutting-edge technology meets strategic brilliance. We craft custom digital solutionsSEO, software, apps, and websitesdriving local impact with a global vision. Transform your digital journey with us...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- West Bloomfield Township, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A technology partner for modern business building and AI-Powered software, scalable SaaS platforms, and intelligent automation systems...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- IoT
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Newark, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Kanopy designs, builds and launches apps founders are proud of. Strategy, design, iOS, Android, web and AI. About eight weeks to the App Store...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Ramsey, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Digital transformation agency with expertise in web and app design, located in Dubai and Miami. Prototype focuses on user experience, creating customer-centric digital strategies and technology products from start to finish...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Our PORTFOLIO INCLUDES marketplaces, e-commerce, workflow automations, AI assistants, corporate websites, banking apps, data warehouse initiatives, and more...
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- AI Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Mateo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $37/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Bitscape: Your boutique OpenText ECM partner, crafting software solutions with Microsoft excellence. With our agile solutions, premium support, compliance standards, and 1,500+ successful projects, we are trusted by 500+ high-profile companies across industries...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Santa Fe Springs, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Boomcycle Digital Marketing is a B2B Search Engine Optimization and Search Engine Marketing agency. We specialize in getting your message in front of your ideal prospects through our proven Intelligent Web Design and SEO processes. We are headquartered in the San Francisco East Bay, and work with clients here...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Ramon, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Rooted Rock Marketing is a woman-owned digital agency founded in 2020 by Shelly Cihan, a digital expert since 2009. Trusted by DMOs, visitor bureaus, and various industries, we specialize in high-impact SEO/SEM and digital strategy...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Strategy
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Argyle, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We’re a leading web and graphic design company producing effective visual communication solutions...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Azusa, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
eWay Corp specializes in web design and development, offering a range of services including migration, support and cloud hosting as an AWS Consulting Partner and Microsoft Cloud Provider. We work with platforms like Drupal and WordPress to enhance your digital presence...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- McLean, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
cmsMinds is a Custom WordPress Agency based out of Raleigh, NC.We build custom WordPress websites focused around five principles: editability, scalability, performance, accessibility, and search visibility. Automattic Pro Partner. 500+ projects.We work across media and publishing, higher education...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
ANCHOR is a Metro Detroit-based creative studio specializing in branding, web design, and development. We build clear, conversion-focused sites and provide fractional web + brand support for restaurants, hospitality groups, CPG, private equity, e-commerce brands, and more...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Royal Oak, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
33 Years of Public Relations. Award-Winning. Certified.Lee Andrews Group has helped agencies, organizations, and public figures earn trust and drive results since 1993. We specialize in public relations, community outreach, strategic communications, and media relations, translating complex priorities into...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Event Marketing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Enchantment Marketing, we specialize in transforming visions into digital success. Based in the heart of Albuquerque, NM, our agency combines innovation with marketing excellence to empower brands across various industries. Our expertise lies in leveraging cutting-edge AI and automation technologies to...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Cabriales Web Studio is a San Antonio studio designing custom websites, brands, and social content for small businesses nationwide. From logos and graphics to full site builds, redesigns, and e-commerce, every project is custom-built around the business and its customers...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
The Best Digital Marketing Agency to boost your online presence. We specialize in Web Designing, SEO, PPC, and Social Media Marketing (SMM), delivering results that drive traffic, leads, and growth. Lets give your brand in hand of the best digital marketing agency!...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Web Design Heaven is a Modern NYC Professional Digital Marketing Agency since 2011...
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- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
CIS, established in 2003, is a global leader in IT and Staff Augmentation. Serving over 2100 clients across 100+ countries, our comprehensive services range from custom software development to digital marketing. Our recognized certifications and partnerships set us apart as a top choice in our field...
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- AI Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We are a marketing agency that specializes in video production...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Rochester, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
NextGen Coding Company builds custom, cutting-edge software solutions. Our mission at NextGen Coding Company is to lead the technological revolution with innovative solutions and cutting-edge expertise. We aim to empower businesses and individuals by delivering transformative digital services in Artificial...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Software Testing
- Blockchain
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Digital Rebel Marketing isn't a traditional marketing agency. We were built for businesses that have outgrown disconnected tactics and need a growth system that actually supports revenue...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- CRM Consulting
- Web Development
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Nocona, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
EPIC Creative is a full-service marketing and communications agency that caters to a diverse range of clients and specializes in industries such as outdoor power equipment, lawn and garden, healthcare technology and critical manufacturing...
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- Web Development
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- West Bend, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
A luminary in government custom software development, GP Solutions is a European powerhouse known for superior software development and IT consulting. Our expertise spans across industries like Finance, Healthcare, and Automotive. Tailoring our services, from Web Development to Team Outstaffing, we ensure...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IoT
- Web Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Miami Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
610 Digital is a digital marketing agency that works with clients to improve the results and outcomes from their digital marketing initiatives. Our focus is to improve your lead acquisition, boost sales and create a better experience for your customers...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Glenmoore, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a boutique digital agency where creativity and technology connect. Since 2017, we've helped small businesses, startups, and brands stand out and scale up with elevated websites, digital marketing, and brand design...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
VIQQ is a digital agency helping businesses grow through custom websites, mobile apps, AI solutions, SEO, and digital marketing. We combine modern design, scalable development, and automation to create solutions that increase visibility, improve customer experience, and generate measurable business results...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Aventura, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
RipenApps Technologies is the leading mobile app development company which is headquartered in USA and successfully running in other locating countries including India, UAE, Australia...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Ontario, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 21 Projects Listed
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Hiring Guide: How to Choose a Leading Web Development Company in the US
How do I choose the right website development company for my business?
Start by assessing your business needs. Define what you want to build and why before speaking to agencies:
- Website vs. web application
- Core features and integrations
- Target users and scalability needs
- Short-term launch goals vs. long-term roadmap
Precise requirements make it easier to identify agencies that truly align with your objectives.
For instance, an agency might suggest Squarespace, one of the best website builders for visual-heavy sites, for design brands, and WordPress for content-reliant businesses.
Next, evaluate potential website development company candidates:
- Review portfolios, case studies, and past clients
- Look for experience with similar industries, project sizes, or technical complexity
- Check independent reviews and recommendations from your professional network
Then, dig deeper through direct conversations. A strong agency welcomes questions and explains its approach clearly.
What are the benefits of hiring an agency?
Hiring a web development company may help you access expertise you can’t always build in-house. Here are the types of benefits you can expect:
- Faster delivery and time to market
Agencies bring ready-made teams and proven workflows. Companies using outsourcing complete around 40% more projects per year compared to fully in-house teams, making agencies ideal for MVPs, replatforming, or tight deadlines.
2. Access to specialized skills on demand
Around 76% of companies outsource IT functions such as coding, QA, and UI/UX design because these skills are expensive and slow to hire internally. Agencies immediately fill gaps in areas such as backend, DevOps, mobile, and integrations.
3. Predictable costs and lower overhead
In-house teams come with recruiting delays, onboarding time, benefits, and long-term salary commitments. Agencies offer scoped pricing, clearer timelines, and easier budget control for defined outcomes.
4. Operational acceleration and innovation
According to Deloitte, 78% of companies outsource to accelerate operations and innovation, while 42% do so to access specialized talent. Agencies work across industries, exposing teams to emerging tools and best practices.
5. Flexible team models across growth stages
Startups gain speed without headcount risk, scaling companies add surge capacity, and enterprises use agencies for complex or skill-specific initiatives while retaining strategic control internally.
What questions should I ask web development companies?
Use the following questions to evaluate the agencies you’re considering:
Relevant Background
- Have you worked on projects with similar goals or complexity?
- How many viable approaches do you see for this project, and why?
Services and Processes
- What is your design and development process from start to launch?
- How do you estimate delivery time, and how do you separate contingency from scope?
- How do you manage third-party APIs and existing system integrations?
- How do you handle compliance, security patches, and recovery?
Relevant to Your Project
- What happens if we request changes mid-project?
- Who owns the code, hosting, licenses, and IP after launch?
- Who owns escalation if delivery timelines or budgets slip?
- Who is the day-to-day point of contact?
How long does it take to develop a website?
It takes a website development agency 14+ weeks from planning to launch to build a standard business website:
1. Planning (2-3 weeks)
Teams define goals, features, and technical requirements early. Weak planning often leads to confusing journeys later. According to the Digital Experience Benchmark Report, 39.6% sessions are impacted by frustration, reducing visit value by 15% through higher bounce rates and lower engagement.
2. Content creation (4-6 weeks)
Copy, visuals, and assets are prepared, often in parallel with design. Content delays frequently push timelines beyond initial estimates.
3. Design (2-3 weeks)
Designers create wireframes and responsive layouts. Custom UX and extended review cycles can add time.
4. Development (varies by complexity)
Front-end and back-end work, integrations, and CMS setup happen here. More features mean longer build times.
5. Testing and review (1-2 weeks)
Teams validate performance, usability, and responsiveness.
This stage matters more than ever, as 58% of websites saw session consumption drop. This means users viewed fewer pages and spent less time on-site, making engagement-sensitive testing critical.
How do I know if my website is performing well?
You know your website is performing well when it delivers measurable business impact. Your web development agency will help you track the following metrics:
- Conversion and revenue impact
A healthy website turns visitors into customers or leads. Improvements in UX and speed should translate into higher conversion rates, lower cart abandonment, and more qualified form submissions.
For example, Walmart recorded a 2% lift in conversions for every one-second improvement in load time, showing how performance translates into revenue.
- Speed and performance signals
Page speed, Core Web Vitals, and overall site stability shape how users experience your website and how search engines evaluate it.
When pages load slowly, elements break, or layouts shift unexpectedly, users struggle to complete journeys, and the site stops supporting real business goals.
- Engagement quality, not vanity metrics
Focus on consumption (pages viewed and time spent), bounce rate, and session depth to understand real engagement.
The 2024 Digital Experience Benchmark Report shows that overall digital consumption declined by 3%, meaning users viewed fewer pages and spent less time per visit.
That drop highlights how many websites struggle to hold attention, making engagement trends a stronger indicator of experience quality.
- User experience effectiveness
When a website feels easy and intuitive to use, visitors stay longer, explore more pages, and complete key actions, directly increasing engagement quality and overall visit value.
- Operational efficiency
A strong website reduces support load by answering common questions, guiding users effectively, and enabling self-service, which in turn lowers ongoing operational costs.
How can I find top web development companies on DesignRush that fit my budget?
Rather than researching agencies one by one, DesignRush lets you compare vetted website development companies in the USA based on budget range, expertise, and past performance.
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| Low Budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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Beyond budget, our agency directory allows you to filter agency profiles by location, area of expertise, agency reviews, client types, team size, and hourly rates.
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DesignRush sustains a directory of over 40,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
- Our dedicated team of agency experts actively searches the web for top-performing companies. We then pull information from their websites, online presence, and client testimonials to verify their status and qualifications prior to listing.
- The agencies listed get notified of their profiles on the website, and they can choose to claim it or not, which suggests their availability for more collaborations.
Agencies can also reach out to DesignRush and must go through the verification process prior to being listed.
Why companies trust DesignRush
Every agency is independently vetted before it can be listed or ranked
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FAQs About Web Development Companies
What’s the difference between web development and web design?
Web design focuses on the visual aesthetics and the functional user experience, while web development covers the aspect of building and maintaining the technical foundation that allows designs to function smoothly.
- Web design services: layout, colors, fonts, imagery, UI/UX design, accessibility, and responsive design
- Web development services: front-end and back-end coding, database, servers, APIs, scalability, security, and performance.
How do you choose between a custom-built solution and a CMS or low-code platform?
Choose a CMS or low-code platform (e.g., WordPress, Webflow, or Squarespace) when you need to launch your website fast and affordably. These platforms are also ideal for small businesses with lean teams or those that do not have a dedicated development team to maintain a complex site structure.
Consider a custom-built website if you require unique functionality, tight interactions with internal systems, or performance and scalability beyond off-the-shelf platforms. However, highly tailored websites typically require higher budgets and longer timelines.
What are the common hidden fees in a web development proposal?
The most common hidden fees in a web development proposal include hosting and infrastructure, compliance and security (e.g., SSL certificates, security audits, and plugins), and ongoing maintenance. Some companies also bill extra for copywriting, graphic design, and marketing (i.e. SEO and analytics setup), as these are typically out of the developer’s scope.
What red flags should you watch out for when looking for a web development company in the U.S.?
Spotting these red flags early helps protect your time and money:
- Generic packages and fixed pricing, suggesting templated tactics
- You can’t meet the actual team
- Extremely low quotes and unrealistic guarantees
- Inability to explain their development processes and workflows
How much do website development companies in the USA charge?
In the U.S., the agencies typically price website development projects between $12,000 and $150,000. Here's what you can expect depending on what you need:
- UI/UX design: $2,000-$15,000 per project
- Front-end and back-end development: $3,000-$15,000 per project
- Database and CMS integration: $2,000-$25,000 per year
- eCommerce functionality: $2,000-$25,000 per month
What non-negotiables should I require from my web development contract?
Your website development contract should define and specify your project's scope, requirements, and what is out of scope. It should also detail timelines, milestones, payment structures, revision policies, exit clauses, confidentiality, and data protection terms.
Significantly, your contract should clearly state that you own the intellectual property rights, code, design files, accounts, third-party assets, and licenses of the entire project.
What are the best web development companies in the USA?
The best web development companies in the USA that deliver scalable, secure, and reliable websites include:
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