Start with the process, not the price.
The first question when choosing a company should not be just how much it costs. Better questions are: how do you plan the project, how do you rate SEO, how do you check the mobile version, what's included in the support, and who will be responsible for the communication.
A good company doesn't start with design directly. It's trying to understand the purpose of the business, the audience, the competitors, the services, the status of the content, and the way it converts.
the portfolio and real examples.
the portfolio shows not only the visual quality, but also how diverse the team has been working on projects. It's a good sign when projects show different industries, ecommerce, service pages, SEO structure and responsive design.
ask for examples that show not only homepage, but internal pages, mobile version, speed and content logic.
SEO Knowledge and Technical Standards
Today, building a website without SEO is incomplete. The company needs to know canonical, sitemap, robots, schema, heading structure, internal links, image alt and Core Web Vitals.. This is not just a SEO specialist's job; the development needs to be properly arranged.
Ask what technologies they use and why. WordPress, Next.js, WooCommerce, or custom stack should be chosen according to the purpose of the project, not just because the team has one tool to train.
communication, price, support.
good communication is obvious from the start: written offer, steps, deadlines, responsibilities and what the price includes. If the offer is too vague, future misunderstandings are almost guaranteed.
support is important after launch. The form may be broken, the content updated, a SEO error appears, or a new page is needed. The company needs to explain what happens after launch-.
How to compare offers
compare not just the price, but the volume: how many pages, what design, what SEO, what texts, what analytics, what testing, and how much support.
If a decision is difficult, start with a consultation. A good team can help you decide what you need now and what you can move on to the next stage.
Frequently asked questions
Is the portfolio enough to choose from?
a portfolio is essential, but also check the process, communication, SEO knowledge and support.
"Should I choose the cheapest deal?"
not always. Compare what's included in the price and how well the site fits the business purpose.
Why is it important to know SEO?
If a site was built without SEO, it becomes more difficult to get visibility and subsequent editing in Google.
Do I need a contract?
it's desirable because it should be written with scope, terms, fees and responsibilities.
Who should I turn to after launching?
you need to know in advance whether the company has a support or a site maintenance package.
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