Question 1

How much does a website cost?

Accepted Answer

I charge $100/hr with a 3-hour minimum ($300). Simple landing pages take 3-5 hours ($300-$500). Full web applications average 6-8 hours ($600-$800). Complex projects may take more. I always give you an honest estimate before starting.

Question 2

How long does it take to build a website?

Accepted Answer

Most projects ship within a week. Simple sites can be live in 1-2 days. Web applications with databases and user accounts typically take 3-5 days. I work efficiently and check in often so you see progress along the way.

Question 3

What tech stack do you use?

Accepted Answer

I build with Next.js, React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS, deployed on Vercel. For databases, I use PostgreSQL via Neon. This is the same tech stack used by companies like Netflix, Uber, and Airbnb — your small business gets the same performance.

Question 4

Do I own my code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, 100%. Everything is deployed to your own Vercel account and you have full access to the source code. There's no lock-in. If you want to take it to another developer later, you can.

Question 5

Do you offer ongoing maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Yes, at the same $100/hr rate. Most sites need very little maintenance since they're built on modern infrastructure. I'm available for updates, bug fixes, and new features as needed.

Question 6

What areas do you serve?

Accepted Answer

I'm based in Penticton and serve the entire Okanagan region including Kelowna, West Kelowna, Summerland, Vernon, Oliver, Osoyoos, and surrounding areas. Everything is done remotely so location isn't a barrier.

Question 7

Do I need to provide content and images?

Accepted Answer

Ideally, yes — you know your business best. But I can help with content structure, stock photos, and writing guidance. I'll tell you exactly what I need before we start so there are no delays.

Question 8

Can you help with an existing website?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I do redesigns, performance optimization, bug fixes, and feature additions. If your current site is built on WordPress or another platform, I can also help you migrate to a modern stack.

Question 9

What's your payment process?

Accepted Answer

I ask for 50% upfront before starting and 50% on delivery. For smaller projects (under $500), I'm flexible with payment timing. I track my time transparently so you see exactly what you're paying for.

Question 10

Why should I hire you instead of an agency?

Accepted Answer

Agencies charge $150-$300/hr and have overhead for account managers, offices, and teams. I'm a solo developer with low overhead, which means you get work at a fraction of the cost. You talk directly to the person building your site.

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