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List of the Best Website Design Companies

24,170 Companies - Rankings updated: August 20, 2026

Every company listed in our directory is evaluated based on expertise, service offerings, industry experience, and client feedback. Some listings may include paid placements.

  • Because Your Company Deserves It!

    Because Your Company Deserves It!

    Kinetic Curve Marketing Agency is a full-service branding and marketing agency providing inspiring creative, based on the goals of our clients. Our clients range from real estate and hospitality to luxury and lifestyle. If we got you to our website, we can get the right prospects to you...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Prosper, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Team of Professionals With Decades of Practical Business Experience.

    A Team of Professionals With Decades of Practical Business Experience.

    Top Shelf IT Solutions is a dedicated team of innovative information technology and design professionals helping businesses succeed. We specialize in web development, design, commercial e-mail sending, database systems, custom analytics, reporting, and more...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • SEO
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    Location
    Portland, Maine
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Noviia Web Agency Roma was founded in 2015. Our team consists of digital world enthusiasts experienced in web development, web design and SEO consulting. We always look out for new challenges and innovative ideas to enrich and inspire our creativity...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Rome, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • MB Media is a Creative Marketing Agency based in Edinburgh City Centre...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • SEO Local, web design, Graphics, AWS & DevOps Consultant!...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Powerful Website Solutions

    Powerful Website Solutions

    CyberDynatics helps small to mid-sized businesses make the most of their websites to boost sales, improve productivity and keep up with changing technologies...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • IT Services
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Edinburgh web design, SEO, and web development agency!...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We craft engaging brands that inspire action. From positioning to naming, logo development through to full visual identity systems, we can create everything you need to turn an idea into a strategy and bring concepts to life...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Primal Space is a digital agency based in Scotland. Primarily specializing in WordPress website design & development and offering a wide range of other digital services...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Digital solutions are rarely one size fits all. It's important to us that we understand what you need. We do this by working in close collaboration with your internal teams, gaining a real appreciation of how you do what you do. That's our motivation...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • WE LOVE STRATEGY

    WE LOVE STRATEGY

    Amore Marketing ambition is to make available to our clients the proven tools, methodologies and strategies that we have adopted, adapted and developed to help them achieve their business objectives. The results of more than 3 years established as an agency serving B2B and B2C clients and the sum of more...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Monterrey, Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Growth made easy

    Growth made easy

    Wizy is a Web Development & Design Agency based in Athens, Greece offering high-end, tailored web development, e-Commerce development, support and digital marketing services to businesses. We are motivated to build elegant and functional digital products that solve complex problems...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Marousi, Greece
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Essential Marketer focuses on RESULTS for companies whether business to business or consumer. Whether it be products or services, we get you in the early search engines in Google and have achieved an outstanding amount of Number 1, Page 1 RESULTS for our clients. Its not just about having a presence on the...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Bread is an events and promotions agency bringing experienced professionals together to create a unique 360° approach to MARKETING. PR. EVENTS. DIGITAL. VIRTUAL. BRANDING. STRATEGY...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • As a digital marketing agency in the creative hub of the Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham, were a perfect blend of the right people in the right place. Were a team of individual experts and ideas, mixing together to make something more powerful. Are you ready to join us on that journey?...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Soar Online is a rapidly expanding Digital marketing Agency based in Birmingham and London also covering Manchester and all major cities throughout the UK...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Into the White are an independent creative branding and design agency based in Birmingham, West Midlands. We work with clients across a wide range of sectors including Retail, B2B, Education, the Arts and Fashion from all over the UK. We are hugely passionate about design, marketing and branding, and always...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Web design, mobile app development through digital marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Web Design | Digital and Social Media Marketing | Brand | Training...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Delivering more profitable leads by bridging the gap between your sales and marketing efforts...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Helping brands and their leaders be discoverable, trustful and memorable since 2019...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Scotland based digital marketing agency with offices in Glasgow and Edinburgh. We help businesses stand out, think differently and Trend Differently...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    Location
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Brand Driven Design

    Brand Driven Design

    Opened in 2005, Bianca Frank Design is a boutique design studio located in Anchorage Alaska. We work within a direct client/creative model. No middlemen or account managers. Our focus is to partner with business owners, marketing directors, entrepreneurs and professional businesses...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Anchorage, Alaska
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Reverse Engineer Success

    Reverse Engineer Success

    At our company, our number one goal is always to ensure that your brand and business are well represented. We take pride in the work that we do and we firmly believe that a company's image is extremely important. As such, we always go the extra mile to make sure that your website and overall digital presence...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Lawrenceville, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Optimize Your Business Online

    Optimize Your Business Online

    We fuel mountain businesses to enjoy their best digital presence. Energize your business with a kick-ass website topped off with digital reach through SEO, advertising, social, email, and the most innovative marketing strategies we can dream up together...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Silverthorne, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We design solutions for digital problems

    We design solutions for digital problems

    Build better customer experiences with Bond Design & Co. Visual and captivating design solutions tailor-made for you...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • WE HELP YOU TELL YOUR STORY

    WE HELP YOU TELL YOUR STORY

    Toud - we help you tell your story!...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Design Services
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Cerbureni, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Leeds Digital Marketing are not your average digital marketing agency, we are your secret weapon!...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Video Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Leeds, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • It's grow time. Digital Marketing that gets results, and builds your brand...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Leeds, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Yup were a full service graphic design agency.

    Yup were a full service graphic design agency.

    Studio B is a creative full-service marketing, graphic design and web design agency with its main office near San Francisco, Marin, Napa, and Sonoma...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    Location
    Santa Rosa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Digital agency and Leeds first Certified B Corporation Attention to digital...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • PPC
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    Location
    Leeds, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Innovative Strategies. Measurable Results.

    Innovative Strategies. Measurable Results.

    We help small and medium sized business grow by putting the right message in front of the right person at the right time. Reach the full potential of your business with a custom designed and flawlessly executed Growth Marketing Program...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Santa Rosa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We are made up of a group of experienced, honest and dedicated individuals who are passionate about helping small businesses reach new customers...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Leeds, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Digital. Marketing. Creative A full service agency in Leeds. Established in 2019 by a team with decades of experience delivering for clients...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Creative Services
    • Public Relations
    • Advertising
    • PPC
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    Location
    Leeds, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Argentina's Tech Talent at its Finest

    Argentina's Tech Talent at its Finest

    Greelow, based in Buenos Aires with branches in Miami & Winnipeg, offers top-tier Software Development and Staff Augmentation. Specializing in Nearshore staffing in the US time zone, they excel in crafting custom software, web, and mobile apps for diverse clients, from startups to Fortune 500 firms...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Staff Augmentation
    • Software Development
    • IT Services
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    14 Projects Listed
  • Websites that sell your services brilliantly.

    Websites that sell your services brilliantly.

    Specialising in WordPress to design & build outstanding websites that convert visitors into customers...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    Bristol, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Your #1 HVAC Source

    Your #1 HVAC Source

    HvacTrade LLC is a U.S.-based digital marketing agency specializing in services for HVAC and home service contractors. They offer tailored solutions including SEO, website design, Google Business Profile optimization, and automation to help businesses attract leads and streamline operations...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Clovis, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Proactive Marketing Promising Results

    Proactive Marketing Promising Results

    We leverage Customer-centric, 360 data-driven marketing and optization to reach business goals faster and drive nong term value. We're a trusted Creative and Marketing Agency in Connecticut that helped several businesses, SMBs, entrepreneurs, and brands with digital solutions fit in a modern customer-centric...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Waterbury, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Designs that Connect, Brands that Thrive.

    Designs that Connect, Brands that Thrive.

    Were a black owned graphic design studio based out of Toronto, Canada, who builds bold & energetic branding for small businesses who want to level up...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Passionate about beautiful design.

    Passionate about beautiful design.

    We add value, increase sales and offer a great ROI. Offering innovative ideas, great British design, a personal approach and tailored solutions to meet your business needs, we ensure we work with you, not for you. Your opinion matters to us, nobody knows your business better than you do. Your business...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Inverness, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Making a Revolution in Your Business is Our Business

    Making a Revolution in Your Business is Our Business

    Revo - Revolution Advertising Agency is a Full Service, Marketing Communication & Creative Agency.We are Accredited & Registered Advertising Agency from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (HQ) Professional Full Services Advertising Agency (ATL) International Standards Thinking & Ideas with Expert for Marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Battaramulla, Sri Lanka
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • DO DIGITAL AGENCY | YOUR DIGITAL PARTNER FOR STATIC, MOTION AND INTERACTIVE 3D CONTENT.

    DO DIGITAL AGENCY | YOUR DIGITAL PARTNER FOR STATIC, MOTION AND INTERACTIVE 3D CONTENT.

    DO DIGITAL AGENCY | YOUR DIGITAL PARTNER FOR STATIC, MOTION AND INTERACTIVE 3D CONTENT. HELPING BUSINESSES, ORGANISATIONS AND DESIGN AGENCIES HARNESS 3D TECHNOLOGIES BY CREATING EXTRAORDINARY VISUALS & ENGAGING EXPERIENCES...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Product Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Cardiff, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Websites and Graphic Design from New Orleans

    Websites and Graphic Design from New Orleans

    Website design and development...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • We don't just build apps; we build dreams.

    We don't just build apps; we build dreams.

    Somnio Software, your go-to Flutter developer, specializes in crafting top-tier Mobile and Web Applications. Our team, fueled by passion and creativity, turns your innovative concepts into reality. With expertise in Mobile, Web, and UX/UI design, our comprehensive tech stack ensures top-notch results...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • Digital Services
    • IT Services
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    Location
    Montevideo, Uruguay
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $56/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Aligning Technology to You!

    Aligning Technology to You!

    Our goal is to use the right technologies to help each client realize their vision...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • IT Services
    • Web Design
    • Software Development
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    Location
    Brighton, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We are Mayfly Internet Marketing - an award winning Liverpool based Web Design and Digital Inbound Marketing agency...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • At Profici, our approach is relationship-driven. We regard ourselves both as consultants and members of your team, geared to provide you with positive outcomes at an early stage...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • A strategic, digital marketing agency providing consultancy, SEO, web-development and brand design services. Putting the human back in the digital...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Ignite your purpose, accelerate your growth

    Ignite your purpose, accelerate your growth

    Be Aligned is a Veteran, Woman-Owned business providing exceptional copywriting branding, web design, and SEO services. We're a global grand headquartered in St. Louis, serving clients world-wide. We help business owners get more leads, attract ideal clients, and increase sales so you can confidently...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    St. Louis, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Companies

What services do web design agencies offer?

Web design agencies provide a range of services to plan, create, and improve business websites. Their core services include: 

  • Custom website design tailored to your brand and goals 
  • Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobile 
  • UI/UX design to make the site easy to use 
  • Website development to turn designs into functional websites 
  • Landing page design for campaigns and conversions 
  • Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sites 

Beyond these core services, many web design companies also support digital marketing, including search engine optimization, content marketing, and email marketing to help improve visibility in search engines and attract potential customers.  

Some also offer brand identity, graphic design, and ongoing web design services like maintenance, updates, and performance improvements to strengthen your online presence over time. 

How much do website design companies charge for their services?

Professional web design services typically range between $5,000 and $60,000+, depending on complexity, features, and level of customization. Their projects commonly start around $10,000 to $15,000 and can exceed $50,000 for advanced websites. 

Here is a general breakdown: 

  • Basic business websites: $5,000 to $15,000 
  • Custom business websites with advanced UX design: $15,000 to $30,000 
  • Ecommerce and complex custom website projects: $30,000 to $60,000+ 

Several factors influence what website design companies charge. The biggest cost drivers include the number of pages, level of custom website design, and required web development. Features like booking systems, ecommerce functionality, or integrations increase the price because they require more design and development hours. 

In addition to the initial build, many web design companies charge ongoing maintenance fees ranging from $1,200 to $12,000 per year, which cover updates, security, and performance improvements. 

How long does it take to build a website?

A typical website design company timeline ranges from a few days to several months, depending on scope, content readiness, and required web development. 

  • Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks  
  • Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks  
  • eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks  
  • Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ months 
  • Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months  

Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project.  

If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch. 

What are the hidden costs of web design?

Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch. 

Pre-launch hidden costs 

  • Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals) 
  • Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includes 
  • Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics) 
  • Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup) 
  • Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testing 

Post-launch hidden costs 

  • Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows) 
  • SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirements 
  • Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes) 
  • Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user) 

These costs appear because a website build quote often covers only the core design and development. Anything tied to licensing, content production, ongoing ownership, or changes outside the original scope gets billed separately unless the statement of work includes it. 

What is the difference between web design and web development?

Web design defines the visual interface and user experience of a website, while web development implements that design through code and technical functionality. 

Aspect Web design Web development
Core responsibility Defines the design, layout, and user experience Builds and maintains the website through code
Primary objective Ensure the site is clear, engaging, and aligned with brand identity Ensure the site works correctly, loads fast, and supports required features
Deliverables Wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual systems Front-end interfaces, back-end systems, and integrations
Key disciplines UX design, UI design, responsive web design Front-end, back-end, and full-stack web development
Business impact Influences perception, usability, and user engagement Enables functionality, performance, and scalability

Web design's main focus: 

  • Structure and site design 
  • Visual hierarchy and interface clarity 
  • User experience and UX design 
  • Mobile and responsive design 
  • Conversion-focused landing page design 

Web development's main focus: 

  • Coding and website development 
  • Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) 
  • Back-end systems and databases 
  • Integrations, security, and performance 
  • CMS setup and custom functionality 

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