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Web Design Services
Websites That Work as Hard as You Do
Your website isn’t just an online business card, it’s your first impression, your sales tool, and your credibility all rolled into one. If your site looks outdated, loads slowly, or doesn’t clearly guide visitors to take action, you’re losing customers.
At Mario Lima Design, I build websites for small businesses that don’t just look good, they perform. From the first sketch to launch day, you’ll deal directly with me, not a faceless agency. That means clear communication, faster results, and a site built with your business goals in mind.
Common Pain Points I Solve
My website doesn’t show up on Google.
I build with SEO in mind from day one.
It looks fine on desktop but terrible on phones.
Every site is fully responsive and mobile-first.
I tried a DIY template but it feels cookie-cutter.
Your site will reflect your brand, not look like everyone else’s.
I can’t update anything without breaking it.
A lot of business owners don’t have the time (or desire) to handle updates themselves. That’s why many of my clients choose ongoing support and hosting with me, so their site stays fresh, secure, and maintained without extra hassle.
My site takes forever to load.
Every site I build is optimized for speed so customers aren’t left waiting. (And if you want the fastest possible performance, my hosting plans take it a step further.)
What’s Included in Every Website
Custom Design: A site tailored to your brand and audience.
Mobile-First Build: Optimized for phones, tablets, and desktops.
SEO Foundation: Clean structure, keyword-ready, and Google-friendly.
Speed Optimization: Fast-loading pages to keep visitors engaged.
Secure Setup: SSL, basic protections, and reliable framework.
Investment
A professional website is an investment in your business, one that quickly pays for itself by establishing trust, attracting clients, and setting you apart from competitors.
Template-Based Website: Starting at $1,500
Perfect for businesses looking for a polished, professional look using pre-built layouts and streamlined processes.
Custom Website Design: Starting at $3,800
A fully custom build tailored to your brand, audience, and business goals.
Template-Based Website: Starting at $1,500
Perfect for businesses looking for a polished, professional look using pre-built layouts and streamlined processes.
Custom Website Design: Starting at $3,800
A fully custom build tailored to your brand, audience, and business goals.
These starting prices reflect common client needs. Every quote is customized based on your goals and requirements.
How Our Template Builds Are Different
Most template-based websites are “DIY,” leaving you to figure out design, layout, SEO, and mobile responsiveness on your own. At Mario Lima Design, even our template builds aren’t just plug-and-play.
We make light, strategic modifications to the template, updating colors, typography, and layout elements, so your site reflects your brand and functions smoothly. You still get:
A professional, polished look that performs well across devices.
A solid SEO foundation to help your site get found.
Proper setup on the back end for security, speed, and easy future updates.
This approach keeps your investment low while ensuring you avoid the pitfalls of a completely DIY site, giving you a site that looks and works like it was done by a professional, without the cost of a full custom build.
Why a Custom Website Is More Effective
A custom website is built from the ground up for your business, no shortcuts, no compromises. Every element is designed with your brand, audience, and goals in mind, resulting in a site that does more than just look good:
Fully Tailored Experience: Every page, feature, and interaction is crafted to support your unique brand identity and customer journey.
Scalability and Flexibility: As your business grows, your site can grow with you, adding new functionality without starting from scratch.
Performance and Optimization: From load speed to user experience and SEO, a custom site is fine-tuned for results.
Advanced Features: Whether it’s e-commerce, booking systems, or interactive tools, we build custom solutions that fit seamlessly.
A template site will get you online, but a custom site positions you to compete, build trust, and convert visitors into clients with a polished, professional presence that grows with your business.
Notes:
Hosting, domain, and maintenance costs are generally not included, similar to industry norms.
Premium functionality (e-commerce, advanced interactive features, SEO strategy) may require additional investment. Many businesses invest $5K–$30K+ when building more complex sites.
My Process
- Consultation: We’ll start by talking through your goals, challenges, and vision for the site. I’ll ask questions to understand your business, audience, and what you want your website to accomplish.
- Research & Planning: After our consultation, I dig into your industry, competitors, and similar websites to see what works — and what doesn’t. From there, I create a custom wireframe that maps out your content and the flow of your site. You’ll review and approve this wireframe before I start designing, so you know exactly where everything will go.
- Strategy & Design: With your approved wireframe as the blueprint, I design a site that’s modern, user-friendly, and built to convert visitors into clients while reflecting your brand.
- Build & Optimize: I bring the design to life with a clean, high-performance build that’s secure, flexible, and responsive across all devices. Every site is optimized for speed and functionality from the start.
- Launch & Handoff / Ongoing Support:
If I host your site: I handle the launch, provide ongoing support, and include one hour of monthly updates in my VIP Hosting plan to keep your site fresh and secure.
If you’re hosting elsewhere: I deliver a fully built, optimized website package for you or your hosting provider to manage moving forward.
Why Work With Me Instead of a Template or Big Agency?
Direct Access: You work with one person from start to finish.
Proven Experience: 20+ years in design and production, now helping small businesses stand out online.
Scalable: Your website can grow with your business, no rebuild needed later.
All-in-One Service: Design, hosting, SEO, and ongoing support under one roof.
Mario Lima Design is included among the Best Website Design Companies for Small Business according to DesignRush.
Ready to Upgrade Your Website?
Let’s make your business look as professional online as it is in real life. Whether you need a fresh site or a redesign that actually works, I’ll guide you through the process and handle the tech so you can focus on your business.