How to choose a Web Design Company

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On the internet today, there are many people who call themselves web site designers and web design companies. Some people do it for fun, as a hobby or part-time. Web site designers that design full-time are the way to go.. Someone would you web design in their part-time tends not to take it as seriously as someone would you it for a living. There are also people who do web design, who have no formal training. Make sure your website design company has some formal training from a recognized school. People who are self taught, although I applaud them for doing it, have relied on the internet for all their information, and everbody knows information on the internet can be inexact.

The web design company you choose for your project should have relevant experience. If you would like them to design a e-commerce website, it is best to choose a website design company who has e-commerce websites in their account. Your web design company should be ready to submit a proposal for your website project along with a contract. Beware of companies who don't give you a formal contract. The contract should outline exactly what the web designer will do and how long it will last, the price, and what you have agreed to supply. A formal contract is the best way to avoid disagreements between the website design company and you. Make sure your contract outlines every possible problem that can happen.

Different types of websites

There are different types of websites such as: static HTML (brochure type), e-commerce (with a shopping cart), database, Flash and a website with your own content management system. All of these must come into perspective when you are looking for a web design company. For example if you are looking for a totally interactive Flash website you better make sure that the web design company you choose has done many Flash websites seo Newcastle. There is a difference between companies who can do Flash headers for a standard HTML site and web site designers who can create a full flash website. Your best bet when choosing a web design company is to have a head to head meeting when discussing what it is you would like to have your website look like, also some paintings and some addresses of websites which you want. This gives the web design company the chance to understand what you are looking for and a better chance to give you an accurate proposal.

Does the web design company have an update package? You must know that after your website has been created, from time to time you will require updates. Maybe they will be small maybe not. If the web design company you are choosing does not have an update package, you should inquire about the price of updates after the initial design. You should take the price of updates into consideration before you begin the design process. Make sure the web design company or website design company you choose sets realistic goals for the timeline. Usually if it sounds too good to be true then it is.

Many web site designers have their own personal style. For example our style is clean and bright colors. Some web design companies love Flash and always build Flash websites. This would not be ideal if you are looking for an extremely search engine friendly website.

You would also have to consider guarantees. Does your potential web design company give you a guarantee? Most web design companies do not. When you find one who does, you can know that they feel very confident in their capabilities. Another thought is: Does the web design company display an unknown number that they can be contacted at. Sometimes as a client you would like to speak with someone, not just get a reply to an e-mail in the mail.