Small Business Web Sites

Alamo Websites specializes in designing high-quality, affordable small business web sites. We understand that you don't have a big budget for advertising, and your website is just one piece of the puzzle. We'll help you determine what style of website best fits your needs and your budget.

Before you place an order or request a quote, it is helpful to answer the following questions about your goals for a small business web site:

• What is the primary goal of my website?

Do I want visitors to buy my products online, or do I want them to call me and ask for a quote?

• What is my budget?

How many products or services will I have to sell to make my website pay for itself? Is it more cost-effective to put up a one-page website, or would it be better to develop a large site to inform visitors about the many options of my products?

• How will I advertise my small business web site?

Unless you have a large budget, you won't be able to rely solely on search engines. Consider passing out business cards with your website, sending out postcards, or hanging a banner encouraging potential clients to visit your website.

• How will visitors be viewing my website?

In many areas around San Antonio, high-speed internet access is unavailable. You don't want to lost potential customers just because they can't download your big fancy graphics, right? We believe small business web sites should be simple and to the point, yet visually attractive and with enough content for customers to make an informed decision.

• Does my competitor have a website?

If your competitors have outdated websites, or no website at all, you have a distinct advantage. Who would you trust more - a deck builder who has no storefront, no website, and can only be contacted by phone - or a deck builder who refers you to his website, which shows beautiful photos of quality craftsmanship?

How about a deck builder who has a small business web site that lists a copyright date of 2003, has a pixellated background, and blinks "CALL NOW!!" in bright red letters at the top of the page? With a small business web site, you have a chance to give the customer a reason to believe you will do good work - or to assume that if your website is low quality, your work will be too.

When you browse through our web design samples you will get a feel for how we balance professional design with your small business budget. And since most designs are completed within a week, you'll be seeing new customers in no time at all.

Need more help deciding what to include on your small business website? Visit Website Development Training for a variety of articles on the subject.

• How soon will my web site be online?

It only takes a few days for Alamo Websites to design a custom, brand-new design just for you. Contact us to find out our current schedule - we may be able to fit you in tomorrow!