Ask five web designers for a quote and you can get five very different numbers. Here is what actually changes the price of a WordPress website in Australia, so you can compare quotes properly.
What changes the price
The biggest factors are the number of pages, whether the design is custom or based on a template, and the features you need. Online booking, a shop, or a member area all add time. So does writing the words and sourcing photos for you.
What you should get for your money
- A design made for your brand, not a recycled template
- A site that loads fast and works well on phones
- Basic SEO set up: titles, descriptions and a sitemap
- Training so you can edit it yourself
- Clear ownership of your domain, hosting and logins
Hidden costs to watch for
Ask about hosting, premium plugin licences, email, and ongoing maintenance. A cheap build can turn expensive if every small change needs a paid developer, or if the site is slow and does not bring in enquiries.
The short version
Compare what is included, not just the number at the bottom. Want a hand with this? Tell us about your business and we will reply within one business day.
Written by SaifFounder of Brandstralia, a Sydney web design studio, and owner of a Japanese head spa. Building websites for small businesses since 2016.More about Saif
