“I can just build it myself for free.”
It’s a tempting thought. Platforms like Wix, Squarespace, and GoDaddy make it sound easy. Drag, drop, publish, and you’re done.
⚠️ Reality Check
For a business, that "free" website is likely the most expensive employee you have.
The Hidden Costs of DIY
The "Template Trap"
Templates look great with demo content. Once you add your own logo, headlines, and photos, the design often breaks. Customers notice. A messy site signals a messy business.
You Don't Own It
When you build on a closed platform, you are renting. If they raise prices or shut down, your digital storefront is gone.
SEO Nightmares
Search engines struggle with messy drag-and-drop code. You might save money upfront, but you pay for it by being invisible on Google.
The "Time Tax"
Your time as a business owner is worth $100-$500/hour. Spending 40 hours building a mediocre website costs you thousands in lost productivity.
The Real Math
That "free" website just cost you $6,300+ in year one alone.
Platform-by-Platform Breakdown
Wix
POPULAREasy to use, lots of templates
Extremely slow, poor SEO, expensive features
Squarespace
DESIGN-FOCUSEDBeautiful templates, good for portfolios
Limited customization, slow, expensive
WordPress.com
CONFUSINGFamiliar platform
Confusing pricing, limited plugins, ads
The Professional Difference
Investing in a professional website isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about ROI.
Built to Convert
We design user flows that guide visitors to the "Buy" button. Every element has a purpose—from headline to CTA placement to color psychology.
Technical SEO
Clean URLs, proper heading hierarchy, schema markup, optimized images—all the things DIY builders skip.
Speed & Security
No bloated plugins, just fast, secure code. Professional sites load 5-10x faster than DIY counterparts.
Scalability
Need booking? Member portal? E-commerce? A custom site grows with your business. DIY platforms lock you in.
What You Actually Get
A Smarter Model
We know $5,000 upfront is a lot for a small business. That’s why Hamad Web Designs offers a different model:
Agency-quality custom site without the massive capital expense
The Math That Makes Sense
| Cost Factor | DIY Builder (3 years) | Professional Site (3 years) |
|---|---|---|
| Your Time | $6,000 | $0 |
| Platform/Service Fees | $1,800 | $10,764 |
| Lost Sales (conservative) | $10,000+ | $0 |
| Increased Sales | $0 | +$20,000+ |
| TOTAL | -$17,800 | +$9,236 |
The professional site doesn't just cost less—it makes you money.
Is It Time to Upgrade?
Ask yourself these questions:
If you answered "no" to any of these, it's time to stop renting and start investing.
See how our model works and stop struggling with DIY builders today.
Or contact us for a free consultation. We’ll review your current site and show you exactly what’s possible.
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Let's discuss how we can help your business grow online.