Frequently Asked Questions
Why do you publish your prices?
I like to be upfront about my services and abilities and let you know what things cost. I also know there are others offering services at a very discounted rates. I choose not to compete with them.
I offer a high quality service and bill accordingly. I am an established web designer that stands behind his work and is easily accessible.
What payment methods do you accept?
I accept cash, checks and major credit cards. Hosting is paid in advance and we can set up automatic credit card charges to collect that monthly/annually.
Are deposits required? If so how much do I need to put down?
Yes, all web design projects require a deposit. The deposit schedule is as follows: 50% down at project start and then 50% prior to the go live date.
Does your hosting include email?
I believe strongly in working with “best of breed” providers for everything I do, and I view myself to be a “best of breed – WordPress Website Designers”. As such, I do not currently host email for clients. I make a deliberate effort to focus on building a great WordPress Website and to be the absolute best at it.
I highly recommend that our customers work with an equally great email provider that specializes in hosting and supporting email. Please refer to the table above for recommendations on these providers or feel free to contact me for additional assistance.
What is a responsive website (or responsive web design)?
Responsive WordPress design is a modern, worldwide practice for web designers and developers. Websites built responsively (rather than fixed) are made to display fluidly on all device screen sizes. Whether a visitor connects from a mobile phone, tablet, laptop or desktop, a responsive website will adapt accordingly and its functionality will remain consistent throughout.
Every year more people are viewing web content on their portable devices, such as iPhones, Androids, iPads and similar platforms. As smartphones continue to replace traditional computers, online markets need to adapt to their audiences’ dynamic lifestyles and on-the-go behaviors.
What is WordPress?
WordPress is an online, open source website creation tool written in PHP. But in non-geek speak, it’s probably the easiest and most powerful website content management system (or CMS) in existence today.
23% of all websites today are built using WordPress.
How do we get started?
If it seems like we might be a fit, we’ll schedule a call to chat about it. This is the fun part for me—hearing about your vision for your business, the passion you have for what you do, and the story of how you got to where you are.
If we decide to work together, you’ll submit a deposit, we’ll secure your project start date, and get all the details in order before we begin. Painless, really!
What does it cost?
While I offer fixed-price design packages, some projects just don’t fit neatly into one box or another. And that’s ok, I can configure a custom quote after we have our introductory call.
How long does it take?
I operate on a block schedule, and book projects 1-2 months in advance of their start dates to ensure we’re ready to begin when it’s time to take off. There are a few things you’ll need to get in order before we start the design process, which helps keep things moving smoothly once we begin.
A lot depends on the size and scope of the project. That will often dictate how long it will take to build. We go through this prior to starting a project.
How will we work together if I am not local?
Easily. Happily!
Most of my clients live all over the country, and we connect by email, phone, or Zoom. I stay in touch with most of them long after launch!
Who will I be working with if I hire Vinny Carrots?
It’s me, it’s always been me! I keep things small and selective around here, because it’s important to me that I always work directly with my clients. That’s the thing I love most, honest. My profile is on the homepage (at the bottom).
