At Matt Mansell Design, we specialize in providing affordable, custom website design as a freelance service. Our expertise includes WordPress installation, configuration, and customization. From registering your domain name to hosting your website, we manage every aspect of your project, including installing Google Analytics and optimizing your site for SEO.
We install and configure the latest version of WordPress, giving you full access. Each website is custom-built from the ground up to ensure it fits your unique needs and vision. Instead of relying on pre-made themes, Matt crafts every design specifically for your business, ensuring a fully personalized and optimized site. Once your website is built, you own it outright, and you’re free to manage it as you wish.
Every website is custom-designed based on your budget, industry, design preferences, and required features. After an initial consultation, Matt will provide you with a personalized quote.
Below is an example of a basic professional website package for small businesses or individual owners:
Basic Website Package:
- Complete WordPress Setup
- Premium Responsive Design
- Up to 10 Pages
- SEO Optimization for up to 3 Pages
- Contact Forms
- Social Media Integration
- Logo Integration
- Google XML Sitemap + Submission
- Email Addresses
Pricing Estimate: $950 – $1800
(Quote provided after consultation)
Factors Influencing Pricing:
- Is this a new site or a redesign?
- Do you have a detailed requirements document?
- Do you need a blog or a content management system?
- Are custom graphics required?
- Type and amount of multimedia (videos, photo galleries, etc.)
- How much content do you have vs. how much needs to be created?
- Do you need features like social media integration, SEO, or ecommerce?
- Who will maintain the site after launch?
Content Creation:
The most cost-effective option is to provide your own content, including images and graphics. If you require Matt to handle content creation, stock or custom images, graphics, and logo design, the cost will increase. For a fully customized site with all features, costs can range from $3500 to $5000.
Complete Custom Site: Cost Breakdown
Step 1 – Technical Setup ($200 – $300)
- Setup hosting and domain registration (use Matt’s monthly hosting or your provider)
- Add emails if needed
- Install WordPress and recommended plugins
- Setup contact forms
- Google Analytics setup and tracking
Step 2 – Design ($500 – $1500)
- Design based on industry, goals, and site function (e.g., Realtors might need featured listings or DDF®)
- Feedback and customization based on your design preferences and business goals
- Each design is built from scratch to align with your unique vision and business needs
- Costs vary depending on custom design requirements such as motion graphics, logos, banners, and more
Step 3 – Development ($500 – $2500)
- The biggest factor in pricing, depending on content
- Costs are lower if you provide content, images, and logos/graphics
- Designer-provided content or writing will increase costs
Step 4 – Review & Launch ($200 – $700)
- SEO throughout the site
- Mobile-optimized (responsive) design – review on multiple devices
- Ensure correct integration with Google services (Analytics, Webmaster Tools, etc.)
- Social media integration for content sharing and linking to business pages (page setup available if needed)
- Marketing campaign setup with tracking and Google Analytics integration
Step 5 – Hosting & Maintenance ($45 – $95 per month)
- Use your own hosting or opt for Matt’s cloud server with maintenance services
- Monthly maintenance includes regular backups, uptime monitoring, and WordPress/plugin updates
- Keeping plugins updated is crucial for site security and performance.