Web Design Frequently Asked Questions
Some of the most common questions we are asked are listed below. If you can't find an answer to your question here, then please contact us.
Q: What can a website do for me?
The answer to this question is neither short nor easy. A website can reach millions of people that might not otherwise be available. Second, customers can view products, services, or whatever you want to share from the comfort of their own home or business. No matter what type of business you are in, their are ways to grow and make money on the web for you.
Q: How long does it take to complete a website?
A typical 4-6 page website that contains pictures and text with no special features such as animation, credit card processing, ect takes about 3-5 business days. Some websites may be alot bigger with other add-ons, so time can vary depending on the complexity of the website. At times we understand you may need the website completed by a certain date, we'll do whatever we can to meet your deadline without complications.
Q: I don't know much about the internet and computers. Can you still build me a website?
THATS OKAY if your not good with computers. Don't be embarrased! We'll be more than happy to build you a website and walk you through this process step by step. Were not looking around for computer-savvy clients, we are here to serve all clients regardless of computer experience.
Q: How much does a website design cost?
Cost can vary on a website depending on how big the website is and what you would like to include. In order to find out pricing we need to know a little more about your business and what you would want to include on your website. For a quote please contact us.
Q: Do you have a payment policy?
Yes we do. We request a 35% deposit for all standard sites and for larger projects. The balance of payment is then due on completion of the project.
Q: Will we have to meet face to face?
It is good to meet face to face during the intital consultation but in most cases meeting face to face isn't necessary and 90% of our sites are generally completed with contact via email and telephone.
Q: I have an existing website that needs maintence on it. What do you need from me?
In order to have us maintain your website, we need some information. First, we must have FTP login information that allows us to acess the website so we can make your updates. Second, any files that were created by the original graphic designer. Most important of all we need the FTP login information. This is just the tip of the iceburg, some website maintainece projects may require other essentials to fulfill your and our needs.
Q: Why do you have a certain process you follow when developing a website?
The reason behind this is because we to keep the project organized by breaking it down into steps to efficiently develop & deploy the website.
Q: What does it mean to host a website?
Hosting (also known as Web site hosting or Web hosting) is the business of housing, serving, and maintaining files for one or more Web sites. In a sense, you rent space on a computer to hold your Web site. Your host, the computer where your Web site files are stored. To know more about our web hosting services please click here to find more information
Q: What is a domain name?
Your website has got to have one. A domain name is the name you want for your website for example, www.flashpointcreative.com is the domain name for this website. We can help you register a domain name, just contact us and we'll be glad to help you.
