Getting Started
In a blueprint, you can plan for anything from a five-story mansion to a two-bedroom ranch. You can decide how many windows and doors there will be, and how each of the rooms will lay out. The process is predetermined, and the hours are pre-allocated.
Once the work has begun on a house, sometimes changes need to be made. That’s cool with us. Our process is designed to be flexible for this very reason. (For example, it’s a lot easier to erase some lines on a blueprint or cut out drywall for an extra window than it is to rearrange the entire plumbing system to account for an extra bathroom.)
However, the closer we can get the blueprint to your business’s needs, the more efficiently we can build your site, and the longer it will be able to serve your growing needs.
That’s why our proposal process is so important. Not only does it set the parameters for the site, but it also gives you a project timeline, the exact budget we have to work with (and therefore, the number of hours we have to use to best complete your project’s deliverables), and expectations for how our process works.
Think of your website like building a house. Are we talking clean and classic… or custom lighting, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a hidden speakeasy? The more custom design elements, animations, and unique branding details you want, the more time and creativity it takes—and that impacts cost.
A simple informational site costs less than one that books appointments, sells products, processes payments, connects to your CRM, and sends automated emails. The more moving parts behind the scenes, the more development and testing go into making everything run smoothly.
If you want strategic copywriting, SEO optimization, professional photography, or video, that’s an added layer of expertise. Strong content isn’t filler, it’s what turns visitors into clients and it plays a big role in overall investment.
Hosting, security, backups, integrations, and maintenance all matter long term. A high-performance, secure foundation costs more than bargain hosting but it also saves you headaches down the road.
Is it to get a leg up on the competition? Start selling products? Re-brand your business after a merger? Or simply tell your story better? Think about the motivations behind a website redesign.
The more data you have at the beginning of your project, the better. We can use math, proven marketing principles, and simple (but lifted 😉) logic to help you determine the return you should expect for your investment.
In its simplest form, the lifetime value of a customer is your total revenue divided by your total customers. But that value might be different for the various types of customers you have, their discovery path, or their ability to provide you with additional referrals. Knowing the average value of a customer can help us work backwards to determine the average value of a lead, which is how we will measure the success of your new website.
What are the core functions you know the website will need to accomplish? Make a list.
If so, will you need the ability to allow for returns, a subscription model, wholesale purchasing options, or add ons? How many products will you offer? How many categories will you need? How will you calculate taxes? Here are the 14 questions you need to answer before you build an e-commerce store.
It’s important to compile all of your assets into one place when you begin the process of researching website costs in 2021. That’s because if you already have things like updated headshots, a company video, case studies, and PDFs or brochures, the less you may have to pay someone else to create that content for you in the web design process.
How it works
Most web design companies will provide you with a set pricing structure for which you can choose Template 1, Template 2, or Template 3. That system doesn’t quite work with Lifted Logic, because all websites we build are completely custom. Here’s how we do it instead.
Discover & Calculate
We ask questions and evaluate a client’s needs, wants, and dreams. Then we work with them to determine their total budget based on ROI and lifetime budget.
Plan & Strategize
We work with our various departments to come up with a plan to fit their needs, within the constraints of their budget.
Proposal
We’ll provide you with a comprehensive breakdown of everything our team can do within that budget to accomplish your goals, including how to allocate our team’s hours in each of our various departments (content, design, development, photo & video, etc.).
Get to Work
Once you’ve accepted our proposal, we make it official and get to work within your budget. And the amount you pay us is capped, so you know we will spend our time efficiently and effectively to bring your project to life.
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Yes! We actually design with that flexibility in mind. Your website shouldn’t feel “locked in” the moment it launches. As your business grows, you may want to add features like online booking, e-commerce functionality, gated content, advanced integrations, or expanded service pages. We build sites on scalable foundations so adding features later is completely possible.
How it affects cost depends on the complexity of what you’re adding. A simple page addition is very different from implementing a custom portal or integrating new software. We always provide clear estimates before any additional work begins, so there are no surprises. Think of your website as a living asset that can evolve as your business evolves. Our job is to make sure growth feels seamless, not overwhelming.
Yes. Security isn’t an optional add-on, it’s essential. Every website we host includes an SSL certificate, which encrypts data and protects information shared through your site. It also helps with SEO and builds trust with visitors (that little padlock icon matters more than you think).
Beyond SSL, we prioritize proactive security measures like regular updates, monitoring, and backup protocols. For businesses that require additional compliance such as HIPAA or e-commerce security standards, we offer enhanced hosting environments that meet those needs.
Your website is often the first interaction someone has with your brand. Keeping it secure protects not just your data, but your reputation. When you work with Lifted Logic, security is built into the foundation—not bolted on as an afterthought.
Timelines depend on the size and complexity of your site, so it’s hard to give a general estimate. A single landing page site may move faster, while larger builds with custom features, e-commerce functionality, or integrations may take longer.
The biggest factor? Communication. When we receive feedback and approvals in a timely manner, the process stays on track. Our team follows a structured process—discovery, design, development, revisions, and launch—so you always know what stage we’re in and what’s coming next.
We don’t rush projects just to hit an artificial deadline. A website is an investment in your business, and we want it done right. That said, we’re organized, efficient, and proactive about keeping momentum. You’ll never feel like your project is floating in limbo.
Yes. We understand that a professionally built website is a significant investment, and we want it to be accessible for growing businesses. In many cases, we can structure payments across project milestones rather than requiring everything upfront. This typically includes a deposit to begin, followed by scheduled payments tied to progress phases.
For larger builds, we’re happy to discuss flexible arrangements that align with your budget and timeline. Transparency is important to us—you’ll always know exactly what you’re paying for and when.
Our goal isn’t just to build a website. It’s to build a long-term partnership. If we believe your project is a good fit, we’ll work with you to create a payment structure that makes sense for both sides.
Absolutely. We regularly integrate websites with CRMs, email marketing platforms, scheduling systems, payment processors, analytics tools, automation software, and more. A website shouldn’t operate in isolation, it should connect seamlessly with the tools that power your marketing and operations.
Pricing depends on the complexity of the integration. Some platforms plug in quickly with existing APIs, while others require custom development work. Before moving forward, we assess the scope and provide a clear estimate so you know what to expect.
The benefit of thoughtful integrations? Better data, smoother workflows, and more efficient lead management. We make sure everything works together behind the scenes so your website becomes a true business tool, not just a digital brochure.
Website hosting is typically separate from the initial website build cost. Think of it like this: the website build is constructing the house, and hosting is the land it sits on. Both are important, but they’re billed differently.
That said, we strongly recommend hosting with Lifted Logic because it allows us to maintain performance, security, and reliability at the highest level. Our hosting includes daily backups, dedicated servers, and regular security audits—making it suitable for HIPAA-compliant and e-commerce websites.
Keeping hosting in-house also streamlines support. If something needs attention, you won’t be bounced between a developer and a third-party hosting company. Everything lives under one roof, which makes updates, troubleshooting, and ongoing improvements much more efficient.
You’re not required to host with us—but many clients choose to because it keeps things simple, secure, and supported.
