Web Design

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I work with you?

We begin with you and where you are at each step along the way toward completion of the requested services. After you go through this site, please write down questions you may have, and we will be more than happy to answer these questions when we meet either online or in person. Free consultation is available at the initial face-to-face meeting.

How much does it cost to work with you?

Prices vary according to the size, features, and functions you want to use for your website. You may or may not want 'bells and whistles', depending on your business budget. Our competitive rates are reasonably fair and can customize payment arrangements on a case-by-case basis.

Web design fees are separate from domain and web hosting fees. We partner with Tiger Technologies in setting up your domain registration and web hosting services. We are also their client, and they have provided excellent customer service.

What is a domain and web hosting?

A domain is a name for the website's address. For instance, Vusion Design is a domain name as in http://www.vusiondesign.com.

Web hosting is an operative function that a company has in providing space on a server for your website and all other websites.

How long does it take to complete a website?

Depending on the website needs and size, the process usually completes within a couple weeks to a few months. Some projects take longer than others. This depends on the complexity of the site and current scheduling demands. In addition to graphics creation for your website, your site also needs to be coded, validated, and browser-tested. You, as a customer, need to provide us your content and images in a timely manner. We will provide you with a time-line and “To Do” list once your deposit is received.

All projects are “first-come, first-serve” basis and are scheduled accordingly.

What is the process of setting up a website?

Developing a website is a process that leads to excellent results. It takes planning – listening, understanding, making decisions, and communicating on both sides before initiating the website:

What do I need to bring to the initial consultations?

In order to keep the costs down, please bring as much information and printed materials. Here are some items to bring:

Do you maintain my website? Is it possible for me to maintain my website on my own?

The choice is up to you. There are associated fees with either option, and we would be happy to discuss in further detail of these options with you.

What are the payment options?

Upon contractual agreement, half of the projected costs are due upfront and non-refundable. The remaining half or portions will be billed to you upon predetermined milestones or at project completion. Cashier's check, money order, and Paypal are accepted.

If you are in a rush to get your website done, we will add a 50% rush fee to the entire project fee. To complete your project ahead of schedule, this requires some overtime among our designers, programmers, and any other professionals needed for your project.

Can my website be at or near the top of the Search Engine Results? (Search Engine Optimization (SEO))

The websites that we create are consistent with the current prevailing industry standards, which mean that the code used is directed to being seen in search engine results pages. When your website is completed, we will submit your site to the top search engines and among other associated listings. We will work with you in having your site “content rich” with keywords that will associate with the SEO process. Upon discussion with you, we will utilize all possible tools and professionals to get the best possible web positioning in search engines. SEO is complex and is constantly changing. We cannot control everything when it comes to how various search engines determine positional rankings.