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Frequently asked questions.
Straight answers about prices, timings, ownership and how Brightwick websites work.
How much does a website cost?
Brightwick websites start from £200 for setup, plus a £20 monthly care plan that covers hosting, security and small updates. Founding-client prices apply to the first few clients, and you get an exact price before any work is agreed.
Do I have to pay before I see my website?
No. I build a free preview of your website first, so you can see exactly what you'd get. You only pay once you're happy and the site is ready to go live.
How long does it take to build a website?
Most small business websites are ready to preview within a few days. Going live usually takes about a week, depending on how quickly photos and details come through.
Do I own my website and domain name?
Yes. Your domain name (for example yourbusiness.co.uk) is yours. If you ever decide to move on, I'll hand everything over.
What's included in the monthly care plan?
The £20 monthly care plan covers hosting, a secure HTTPS connection, keeping the site running smoothly, and small changes such as new photos, prices or opening hours, up to about 30 minutes of updates each month.
Do I need any technical knowledge?
No. I handle everything: design, writing, setup and going live. You tell me about your business, send a few photos and approve the preview.
Will my website work on mobile phones?
Yes. Every Brightwick website is designed mobile-first, with tap-to-call and WhatsApp buttons, because most local customers search on their phones.
Can you help my business show up on Google?
Yes. Every website includes search engine optimisation (SEO) basics: fast loading, proper page titles, structured data, a sitemap and links to your Google Business Profile. Dedicated SEO and AI search packages are coming soon.
What do you need from me to get started?
Your business name, the services you offer, the areas you cover and how customers should contact you. Photos of your work help a lot, but I can start without them.
What if I already have a website?
If your current website is slow, outdated or hard to use on a phone, I can build you a fresh one. I'll show you a preview first so you can compare before deciding.
Do you only work with businesses in Surrey?
No. Brightwick is based in Surrey and enjoys meeting local businesses face to face, but I build websites for small businesses anywhere in the UK.
What kind of businesses do you work with?
Any small business that needs customers to find and trust them online: trades like plumbers, electricians and handymen, as well as cafés, salons, barbers, shops and local services.
See your new website before you spend a penny.
Send me your business name and I'll build a working preview you can open on your own phone.