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51 plain-English guides for small businesses buying, fixing or growing a website. Start with the big question: a small business website costs from £495 / $625 with us, and our 2026 UK cost guide shows what freelancers and agencies charge for the same job.

How much does a website cost in 2026?

£495 / $625 for a one to five page site with us, £1,495 / $1,895 for up to 15 pages with a CMS, and from £3,995 / $4,995 for shops and web apps, all fixed. Hosting, maintenance and SEO are what change the three-year total, so the cost guide and the cost calculator count those too.

Why is my website not showing up on Google?

Usually one of three things: a noindex tag left switched on, pages missing from the sitemap, or a site that is indexed but ranks too low to be seen. Each has a different fix, and searching site:yourdomain tells you which one you have. Work through the full diagnosis.

How long does it take to build a website?

5 to 7 working days for a five-page site, 2 to 3 weeks for 10 to 15 pages and 4 to 8 weeks for an online store, as long as your text and photos are ready. What stretches those timelines, and how to avoid it.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a website cost in the US?

$625 for our Starter site of one to five pages, $1,895 for a Business site of up to 15 pages with a CMS, and from $4,995 for Premium builds such as online stores and web apps. Every price is fixed before work starts.

Does a new website come with SEO?

Yes, the setup is built into every package, with more depth as you go up: basic SEO and analytics on Starter, advanced SEO and speed on Business, a full strategy on Premium. Monthly SEO work is separate and optional, from £299 a month.

Is a website builder cheaper than hiring a web designer?

Yes, in the first month. A builder subscription costs less up front than a £495 / $625 custom site, but you are renting it, and the fees run for as long as the site exists. Our guide on website builders versus web designers compares the two over time.

Can I cost a website without handing over my email address?

Yes. The website cost calculator works out any job over three years, in pounds or dollars, and shows the answer on screen with no email or sign-up asked for.