I’ve been burned by web developers before—how are you different?
We get it. We’ve helped many business owners pick up the pieces after a bad experience—and we take that seriously. That’s why from day one, we guide you with the facts, full transparency, and and talk in terms of business, not tech-jargon.
Here’s what you should know, do, and ask before trusting anyone with your website project—plus how we do things differently:
1. Own your domain name
Your domain (eg DimmickDigital.com) is one of your most valuable business assets. You need to own it—never let anyone else buy that for you because they then own your website! Buy your domain from a trusted registrar. We recommend PorkBun.com or NameSilo.com. They include all the extras you need for free (instead of surprise costs), their support is excellent, and unlike other domain registrars, they won’t ever hold your domain hostage.
2. Don’t trust quick estimates
Anyone sending a proposal without asking in depth questions about your business goals, market & competition is basing their quote on a guess about what you need—and that’s a red flag. Every website should be built by someone that has an in-depth understanding of your business, and designed in a way that supports your specific business goals, not simply to check a box. Read the FAQ “Why do you want to meet with me before you’ll give me an estimate?”
3. You want your website professionally maintained going forward
Many developers disappear after launching a site, leaving you to manage a website you don’t understand. We don’t. We offer ongoing maintenance packages to keep your site secure, up-to-date, and functioning properly, so you don’t waste your money. Read the FAQs “What if I decide I want to maintain this myself—Can I do that?”, and “How do I know you won’t disappear after launch?”
4. Use hosting that fits your project
You don’t need to have your own hosting. Provided you own your domain name, you’re safe. Let your developer pick the right hosting for your specific project requirements. Never go with cheap shared hosting, however tempting the price point may be, because it can cause issues like having your IP address blocked, your website becoming unreachable, such slow load times you lose clients, or worse – your site becomes infected with viruses or malware. Read the FAQ “Will I need to pay extra for hosting or other things?”
5. Results should be measurable
If you can’t measure whether your site is working, it’s just a digital brochure. Ask what business metrics you’ll be able to track, so you know it’s supporting your goals. Read the FAQ “How will I know if my new website is working?”
6. Insist on professional tools
Ask what software / tech stack will be used to build your website. DIY platforms like Wix, Squarespace, GoDaddy’s builder, or worse yet, AI-generated sites, are massive red flags that will get you burned. They limit performance, hurt your credibility, lose you clients, and can even get your domain permanently blacklisted by Google. Professional developers use tools that require coding knowledge, not drag-and-drop templates—so your site is fast, and optimized for mobile. Read the FAQs “Will my new website work on a phone and tablet, as well as desktop?” and “What platform will my website be built on?”
7. If a quote seems too good to be true—it is
Developers who quote low bids usually underestimate the scope of the project, leading to delays, surprise additional costs, or you getting burned by a half-finished project when they inevitably have to abandon your site build in order to chase money. As the saying goes “If you think it’s expensive to hire a professional, wait until you hire an amateur”.
8. You need professionally written content
The biggest factor in whether your website turns your visitors into clients is your content (or “copy” as it’s known). The words need to speak directly to your ideal clients and inspire them to take action—or your website will fail to deliver the results you’re after. If the developer expects you to write the content—even though you’re likely not trained in copywriting or psychology—that’s another red flag. Your copy should be researched and written by a professional so it resonates, persuades, and helps your business grow. Read the FAQ “Do I have to write all the website content myself?“
We’re different because we prioritize real results and long-term client relationships
We ask the right questions, do the necessary research, use professional tools, build bloat-free, fast, mobile-first websites, track results, and stay with you after launch.
No guesswork. No ghosting. No BS.