15 Questions to Ask a Web Design Firm Before Hiring Them

Redesigning your small business website is a big project and important for your marketing goals. Before you hire a website designer, make sure you’re satisfied with their answers to these 15 questions:

1. Can you show me examples of websites you’ve designed that are similar to mine?
2. Can you show me websites you’ve designed that you are most proud of?
3. What’s your design philosophy?
4. What’s your technological background?
5. How do you make sure websites are secure and functional for the long term?
6. Do you write the content, or is that my responsibility?
7. Is graphic design of new elements included in the proposal?
8. Is stock photography included in the proposal?
9. How do you manage projects?
10. Who will be my day-to-day contact? Can I talk to them before I buy?
11. Will I be allowed to contact the designer or developer during development?
12. Who will handle hosting and security updates?
13. What kind of training do you offer after website launch?
14. What if I want to make changes down the road?
15. What kind of long-term support do you offer?

If you have any questions about managing a website redesign, contact us.