WordPress Development FAQ
Honest answers to the WordPress development questions founders actually ask, from code ownership to ongoing costs, with nothing hidden in the fine print.
Buying custom software is a big decision, and the questions below are the ones that matter most. If yours is not here, send us your requirements or call us and we will answer plainly.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do I own the code and intellectual property?
Yes, you own 100% of it. On final payment we hand over a clean, documented repository plus every design file and account. You can take the project to another team whenever you want, so you are never locked in with us.
Is maintenance mandatory after launch?
No. Maintenance is optional. Because you own a clean, documented codebase, any competent developer can pick it up. We would like to keep supporting you, but you are free to leave at any point.
What stops the price from ballooning halfway through?
We quote a fixed scope. The price and milestones are agreed in writing before any work starts. If you change the scope, we tell you the cost and timeline impact first and you approve it before we build it. There are no surprise invoices.
What will a website actually cost me after launch?
Beyond the build there are a few small ongoing costs, such as hosting, your domain name, and any premium plugins or optional maintenance you want. They are modest next to the build itself, and we lay them all out clearly in your quote so nothing is a surprise.
I am not technical. Can I still manage a website project?
Yes, and most of our clients are not developers. We translate the technical decisions into plain language, show you working pages every week, and set up the block editor so your team can update content on your own.
Will you sign an NDA to protect my idea?
Yes, before you share anything sensitive. We treat every client's information as confidential by default. In practice, execution matters far more than the idea, and our job is to help you execute.
What happens if there are bugs after launch?
Every project includes a warranty period where we fix defects in what we built at no charge. You do not pay to fix our mistakes. We also test thoroughly before launch, so bugs are the exception.
Are you a real team or a middleman outsourcing my project?
Senior in-house engineers based in Canada do the work. You talk directly to the people building your site, not an account manager relaying messages to an offshore team.
What if I need to pause or stop the project partway?
We work in short milestones, so you are never far from a working deliverable and never pay for months of unseen work. If you pause or stop, you keep everything produced up to that point.
How much of my own time will this take?
Expect roughly one to three hours a week: a short weekly demo and timely feedback on decisions. We do the heavy lifting and only need clear answers from you to keep moving.
How much does it cost to build a website?
It depends on the number of pages, features and design scope, so we do not use fixed sticker prices. After a free consultation we give you a clear, fixed-scope quote. See our pricing page for how this works.
How long does it take to build a website?
A focused site typically launches in 3 to 6 weeks and a larger build in 6 to 12 weeks. You get a milestone timeline with your quote.
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