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  • SmartSites

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    Think Web. Think Smart. Partner With the #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency.

    SmartSites backs every WordPress website with a custom strategy, unlimited design revisions, and dedicated maintenance plans, with clients retaining 100% ownership. It has launched 900+ websites, generated $100M in client revenue, and counts Rolls-Royce and Rakuten as its clients...

    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    SmartSites Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Services
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    • A&A Thermal Spray
    • AGA Truck Parts
    • Agape Health and Wellness
    • Agile Data Sites
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    SmartSites Reviews & Testimonials

    • Paloma Anguiano
      Paloma Anguiano Content Manager at JP Pierre, LLC.
      5.0

      Digital Services Review from Paloma Anguiano

      Overall I feel very confident working with Patrizia and Darius from Smart Site, they have given us clear explanations and accompanied us throughout the process for the growth of the brand. The attention to us is very fast and they advise us in an adequate way.

    • Brianna Porter
      Brianna Porter Chief Operating Officer at The Ryan Law Group
      5.0

      Digital Services Review from Brianna Porter

      SmartSites impressed me from day one. They are knowledgable, kind, and most importantly keep things simple and streamlined so that even an SEO-newb like me can understand. Tiffany and Luna are my main points of contact and they are especially great! I would recommend to anyone looking for an agency to really take their website and digital presence to the next level.

    • Jim Curry
      Jim Curry Owner at Royale Coffee Co.
      5.0

      PPC Review from Jim Curry

      At first, a survey was conducted to gather company background, product information, target markets, etc. Next, accounts were established on various Google Business platforms, social media, etc. Then SmartSites created the ads and campaigns, and we were off and running in just a few weeks.

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  • Design In DC

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    A Digital Agency For The Future

    Design In DC is a full-service web development company serving clients including Accenture, the World Bank, and BGR Group across government, finance, healthcare, and SaaS. Covers strategy through launch with ongoing maintenance and marketing. A strong fit for brands and organizations needing a senior...

    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    11 Projects Listed

    Design In DC Services

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Advertising
    • Product Design
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    • Consumer Bankers Association
    • Examit
    • Summit Ridge Energy
    • JFL Consulting
    • Lateenz
    • Solar Landscape
    • Warfel Construction
    • CiviClick
    • Priovant Therapeutics
    • Hilton
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    Design In DC Reviews & Testimonials

    • Mackenzie Shriner
      Mackenzie Shriner Owner at Distinctive Deck Designs
      4.8

      Web Design Review from Mackenzie Shriner

      I contracted design in DC to build me a custom website. they were accommodating of my budget, very responsive, and gave good insight on layout, content and design. the process was very straightforward and the final product is great!

    • Jo Maney
      Jo Maney Principal at BGR Group
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Jo Maney

      DDC has been an excellent partner since we engaged with them in 2023. The DDC team worked with us to completely redesign our website and work to provide ongoing digital marketing services. The DDC team has been responsive, proactive, and thorough with their work. They are also very transparent about how they operate and how much time special projects will require. We have referred DDC to several clients and partners thanks to their outstanding process and product. DDC is a very professional, creative, and well-organized team.

    • Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.
      Sapna Doshi, Ph.D. Owner at Mind Body Health LLC
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.

      My experience working with Design in DC was incredible. Everyone was friendly, approachable, and seemed to genuinely care about helping create the best possible website for my business. They were also invested in making sure the process was one in which I enjoyed and felt taken care of. The regular meetings made me feel like I was a priority and that progress was continually being made. I so appreciated the attention to detail in regards to the user experience. The collaboration in understanding my wishes and desires for the website and user experience was met with patience and paying attention to detail on my behalf. Not only were they taking my suggestions but offering their own to help me maximize the potential of my website. The design and functionality is more than what I could have imagined. I know, undoubtedly, that the work that Design in DC did for me will help my business grow. After wasting money in years past on website designers, I was worried I'd be doing hte same here. I was wrong. I don't think I'll ever need to search for another website designer group again. I would recommend this group to anyone I know. Thank you, Design in DC! It was an absolute pleasure working with all of you!

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  • Don't just grow, soar.

    Americaneagle.com is essentially a one-stop shop offering a comprehensive range of options for anyone wishing to thrive in their online pursuits. A family-owned, privately held business with a proven track record of success and reliability is Americaneagle.com...

    Location
    Des Plaines, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr

    Americaneagle Services

    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Mobile App Development
    • AI Development
    • Big Data Analytics
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    • American Payroll Association
    • State Electric
    • Portillo's
    • CTA
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    Americaneagle Reviews & Testimonials

    • Jason Daniel
      Jason Daniel Chief Marketing Officer at Foley Family Wines
      5.0

      Digital Marketing Review from Jason Daniel

      Information Technology's role has evolved to be a partner in enabling new capabilities to achieve business goals. This digital transformation project exemplifies the business and technology teams working together to transform how we engage with our customers. Using these modern solutions and integrating them enabled new capabilities for an omnichannel experience for our customers while providing our team members with a 360-degree view of the customer.

    • Nick Scarpino
      Nick Scarpino Director of Marketing at Portillo's Restaurant Group
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Nick Scarpino

      Americaneagle.com has a seamless process from project ideation through completion. I found a lot of value in the system they have for mocking up the site during the design phase. Seeing the site on a mobile device and a desktop computer at that stage in the process was critical.

    • Suzanne Hendery
      Suzanne Hendery Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer at Renown Health
      5.0

      Sitecore Review from Suzanne Hendery

      We strive to deliver a patient-first experience, enabling us to deliver individualized experiences for our partners, patients, and community. Working alongside our implementation partner Americaneagle.com for our Sitecore-powered digital transformation has proven to be a valuable strategic decision for our organization.

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  • Working to rid the world of bad design, one job at a time.

    GMCI Creative is a full-service digital, print, web, video and experiental marketing and design agency that has been in Chicagoland since 1991. GMCI is a Certified Woman Owned Business. DUNS # 114578276. Cage ID 8FAF3...

    Location
    Elgin, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    GMCI Services

    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Web Design
    • PPC
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    • United States Census
    • Mid America Corp
    • Balanced Environments, Inc.
    • Coca-Cola
    • Major League Baseball
    • School District U-46
    • Doctors of Physical Therapy
    • Brittain's Oil Express
    • Midwest Groundcovers
    • Judson University
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    GMCI Reviews & Testimonials

    • Gayle Kruckenberg
      Gayle Kruckenberg Sales Director at Balanced Environments, Inc.
      5.0

      Web Development Review from Gayle Kruckenberg

      Gilmore Marketing Concepts, Inc. has been a phenomenal asset to our company growth and brand awareness. From a full web site redesign to print work, digital marketing conception and creation as well as full picture marketing management we have been extremely pleased. We have experienced individual attention, speedy service and top notch creativity. They understand how to work with our team as well as our corporate branding.

    • Gayle Kruckenberg
      Gayle Kruckenberg Review from Google
      5.0

      Gayle Kruckenberg's Review Sourced from Google

      Gilmore Marketing Concepts, Inc. has been a phenomenal asset to our company growth and brand awareness. From a full web site redesign to print work, digital marketing conception and creation as well as full picture marketing management we have been extremely pleased. We have experienced individual attention, speedy service and top notch creativity. They understand how to work with our team as well as our corporate branding.

    • Len
      Len Review from Google
      5.0

      Len's Review Sourced from Google

      So happy our company chose Gilmore Marketing for our marketing needs. The Gilmore team is so easy to work with, they have a magnificent imagination and vision to create stellar marketing products. I highly recommend.

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  • Transforming Businesses withAI-Powered Solutions

    Moon Technolabs, an ISO-certified global software company, has 17+ years of experience, 1650+ projects, and 400+ experts. We specialize in custom software, web, and mobile app development, delivering innovative solutions that exceed client expectations...

    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed

    Moon Technolabs Services

    • AI Development
    • IoT
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • DevOps Consulting
    • ERP Consulting
    • VR/AR
    • Wearables
    • Big Data Analytics
    • IT Services
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    • Seekrz
    • Freelap
    • LCBO
    • Mercer
    • Siemens
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    Moon Technolabs Reviews & Testimonials

    • Ethan Collins
      Ethan Collins Review from Google
      5.0

      Ethan Collins's Review Sourced from Google

      We needed a cross-platform app fast — Moon Technolabs used Flutter and delivered on time with great quality. The app looks great and runs perfectly on both iOS and Android!

    • Olivia Bennet
      Olivia Bennet Review from Google
      5.0

      Olivia Bennet's Review Sourced from Google

      Moon Technolabs got our idea from day one. They built a reliable SaaS product using Vue.js and Laravel, and the whole process felt smooth and stress-free. Super happy with their work!.

    • Vasili Shcherbakov
      Vasili Shcherbakov Review from Google
      5.0

      Vasili Shcherbakov's Review Sourced from Google

      Moon Technolabs truly elevated our customer experience! Their ML solutions helped us better understand user behavior and deliver more personalized services—I'm super impressed!

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  • Pioneering Innovation & Empowering Businesses Worldwide

    Esco Logics youll find seasoned professionals exceeding your expectations in catering to all your IT needs. We enliven even your toughest targets by serving you with highly capable teams. Each client gets a specific team and each team is comprised of multifaceted developers and service-department specialists...

    Location
    Bartlett, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed

    Esco Logics LLC Services

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • IT Services
    • Web Design
    • DevOps Consulting
    • Cloud Consulting
    • Cybersecurity
    • Big Data Analytics
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    • Westar Media Group
    • Raleigh Tennis Association
    • Core Colour
    • CT Family Law
    • Tucson Orthopaedic
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    Esco Logics LLC Reviews & Testimonials

    • Tom McGovern
      Tom McGovern Review from Google
      5.0

      Tom McGovern's Review Sourced from Google

      Hi, my name is Tom, and I’m the owner of Custom Equipment Company. I’ve been in business for over 40 years, and I knew early on that having a strong web presence was essential.I’ve worked with Escologics for more than 15 years, and from day one, they’ve been the perfect partner. I needed a team that truly understood e-commerce—not just the technical side, but also how to create a site that actually sells. Escologics delivered on both.They built a site that’s fast, easy to navigate, and designed to grow with my business. Over the years, they’ve guided me through design updates, new features, and the latest integrations, keeping my site competitive and my customers happy.Anytime I faced a challenge—whether with online sales, security, or user experience—Escologics had the right solution. Their team has consistently gone above and beyond to make sure everything runs smoothly.Looking back, I can’t imagine achieving the same level of success without them. If you’re looking for a partner who truly cares about your business and has the expertise to help it thrive, I can’t recommend Escologics highly enough. They’ve been invaluable to my success.

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  • Elevate Your Marketing With Scroll-Stopping Digital Solutions.

    At BannerWave, we excel in crafting interactive advertising and web experiences that offer real-time personalization for users, simultaneously generating valuable zero-party data for businesses. Our expertise lies in creating dynamic digital solutions that not only engage users but also provide actionable...

    Location
    Oak Park, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    BannerWave Services

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Services
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    • Beam Suntory
    • Borden
    • Dell
    • Discover Financial
    • EA
    • Feeding America
    • Hyatt
    • Intel
    • Leopardo
    • NBA
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  • Empower Your Online Success.

    Digineutrons is a comprehensive solutions provider dedicated to helping businesses grow through innovative strategies and cutting-edge technology. We combine expertise with a client-focused approach to deliver exceptional results across diverse industries. We empower businesses with strategic marketing and...

    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $18/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

    Digineutrons LLC Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Digital Services
    • CRO
    • Branding
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    • Alaskan Tours
    • Cali Brews Sports Bar & Grill
    • Genix Flooring
    • Computing Worlds
    • Curtis Williams Photograph
    • She n She Nightwear
    • Makeup City
    • Iron Chest Master
    • Low Sport Gear
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  • Brand strategy, identity systems, and digital experiences for ambitious businesses.

    GreySpace is a brand strategy and design studio helping ambitious businesses define their positioning, identity, and digital presence. We create brands, websites, and systems that help companies earn recognition, preference, and long-term growth...

    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    GreySpace Studios Services

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
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    • Three Kings
    • The Self Center
    • NightOwl
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  • Crafting technologies to move business.

    Since 2009, Dom & Tom has built their reputation on designing and developing applications meant to build and scale digital businesses. From startups to enterprise clients, the apps we craft for our clients help them to be more profitable, efficient, and competitive in their markets...

    Location
    Orland Park, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up

    Dom & Tom, Inc Services

    • Mobile App Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Digital Strategy
    • Staff Augmentation
    • IoT
    • WordPress Website Design
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    • Bloomberg
    • Turner Construction
    • The MITRE Corporation
    • General Electric
    • UOVO
    • Valmont Industries
    • Samsung Electronics
    • AM Best
    • Fitch Ratings
    • NBA
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Frequently Asked Questions About WordPress Development Companies

What services do WordPress developers provide?

A WordPress agency provides customization and website development services for the world's most popular open-source content management system (CMS) WordPress. Key services of these specialists include bespoke WordPress theme, features, and WordPress plugin development, website setup, platform migration, UI/UX implementations, performance optimization, and security implementations.  

They also conduct technical tuning pertaining to database management, API integration, site migration, and maintenance. 

How much do these specialists charge for their services?

Depending on the complexity, WordPress agencies charge from $500 to $30,000 per project. Namely, simple WordPress sites range from $500 to $5,000, while fully custom-built sites with advanced features may cost between $5,000 and $30,000.  

The prices are overall determined based on the design, functionality, SEO, and developer expertise. Each phase also entails different prices: 

  • Planning and discovery: $1,000 to $5,000 
  • Design: $3,000 to $10,000 
  • Development: $5,000 to $20,000 
  • Testing and launch: $2,000 to $5,000 

How long does it take for a WordPress development company to create a custom website?

On average, a custom WordPress website requires 6 to 12 weeks for complete development. Conversely, simple blogs with out-of-box WordPress theme, basic customization, only essential plugins, and basic content setup can be done in a week.  

In the same low complexity tier also fall basic business websites, minimalistic blogs, and simple portfolio sites built with themes and minimal customization, which can be done in 1 to 3 weeks. 

Brochure websites with 5-10 pages, contact forms, and basic SEO setup usually take a week or two. WordPress developers also often work on business sites with standard features like contact forms, galleries, standard features, and basic eCommerce functionality, which typically fall within the 2 to 3-week range. 

What is included in website maintenance?

Maintenance packages usually cover WordPress core updates, plugin updates, security backups, and sometimes content updates or technical support hours. Full-service plans extend to uptime monitoring and malware scanning to protect the site against downtime and external threats.  

Some WordPress developers also offer performance optimization and database cleanup to maintain optimal loading speeds and a pleasant user experience. 

What are the most effective website security measures that WordPress developers take?

When putting up a security setup for a new client, WordPress agencies primarily start with strengthening the core and securing the server. To further secure the parameters, they limit access and monitor the site to mitigate common risks like brute force attacks, SQL injections, and malware attacks.  

The most effective website security measures that top WordPress developers undertake include: 

  • Update management: Regularly patching WordPress core, functionalities, themes, and plugins to the latest versions 
  • Secure hosting: Using managed WordPress hosting with server-level security, such as isolated server environments (jailing) and proactive DDoS protection. 
  • SSL/HTTPS everywhere: Forcing HTTPS to encrypt data in transit. 
  • Off-site, automated backups: Implementing daily, automated backups that are stored in an independent location for prompt recovery if the server is compromised. 
  • Removing unused assets: Deleting, rather than just deactivating, unused plugins and themes to reduce the attack surface. 

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