Web Site Design Buyer's Guide - Introduction

Published: 04/19/2011

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Introduction

Launching a web site design project can be a challenge for any business, and the process starts with defining what you want the site to do. Even if you’re planning a simple web site with a few basic pages, you may find the complexity and cost of the project snowballing as more people – both internal and external – get involved.

 

 

Once you lock down exactly what functionality you need from your site, you'll be able to choose a web site design vendor who can offer you the best combination of value and results. The best web site design professionals act like consultants - working to understand your needs, then proposing solutions.

 

 

Whether you’re creating your first web site or upgrading an existing site, this BuyerZone Web Site Design Buyer’s Guide will help you get the right site for the right price.

 

 

 

 

Table of contents

 

 

Identifying your goals

 

 

Components of web site building

 

 

Who to work with

 

 

Planning for web site updates

 

 

Choosing a web site design company

 

 

Understanding web design contracts

 

 

Prices for professional web site design

 

 

Web site development tips

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pricing guidelines

 

Web site development costs can vary quite a bit – but here are some very estimates.

 

 

Type of project	Notes	Estimated cost
Basic template-based site	4 to 10 pages, little customization	$400 - $800
Customized template	Flexible design to match your needs	$800 to $1,500
Basic e-commerce site	Initial setup costs; basic design and features	$1,000 - $3,000
More complex site	Many pages, interactive features, content management system, completely customized design	$5,000 to $10,000