FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Website Design & SEO with Pizano Web Design.
FREQUENTLY ASKED WEBSITE QUESTIONS
Here are some of our most frequent Web Design questions and answers.
Which tools do you utilize for website development?
At Pizano Web Design, we build our websites using WordPress and Elementor, a powerful combination that offers flexibility, reliability, and ease of use. As the most popular CMS and page builder in the web development industry, WordPress provides a secure and scalable foundation, while Elementor allows for custom, visually stunning, and user-friendly designs. This combination ensures your website is not only beautiful and functional but also easy to manage and update as your business grows. 🚀
How much do you charge to build a website?
Every website project is unique, with its own set of requirements and goals. On average, our clients invest around $5000+ for a new or redesigned website, but the final cost depends on the specific features, design complexity, and functionality needed for your business.
To get an accurate, customized quote, we encourage you to Request a Quote. Let’s discuss your vision and create a tailored web solution that fits your budget and business needs!
How long will it take to complete my website?
Our standard timeline for completing a website is 3-6 weeks, but the exact duration depends on the scope and complexity of your project. The pace of development is largely influenced by factors such as your level of input during the initial stages, the speed of feedback, and how quickly content is provided. Additionally, required functionality, design complexity, and revision requests can impact the overall timeline. We work closely with our clients to ensure a smooth and efficient process, delivering a high-quality website that meets your expectations on time.
Will you maintain & host our website for us?
At Pizano Web Design, we offer flexible website maintenance options to fit your needs. Whether you prefer to manage minor updates yourself or have us handle everything for you, the choice is entirely yours. While many of our clients opt for ongoing support, it is not mandatory. You can reach out to us whenever you need updates, and we’ll provide a transparent hourly quote based on your specific requests. Our goal is to ensure your website remains up-to-date, secure, and running smoothly—on your terms.
Our Monthly Website Maintenance & Hosting Package starts at $150/month and it includes website hosting, website maintenance, backups, plugin updates and security.
Will my website be mobile-friendly?
Absolutely! Having a mobile-friendly website is more important than ever! We work hard to ensure your website is responsive on modern devices and browsers.
How much input do I have in the website design process?
Your input and feedback play a crucial role in the website design and development process. From the very beginning, we’ll ask detailed questions about your business needs, preferences, and goals to ensure we create a website that perfectly aligns with your vision. We also encourage you to provide sample websites that inspire you, helping us understand your desired style and functionality.
Remember, this is your website, and we value your ideas and direction throughout the process. By working together as a team, we’ll build a stunning, high-performing website that truly represents your brand. We’re excited to collaborate and bring your vision to life!
Who writes the text/content for the website?
We require that you provide all text content for your website since you are the expert on your business, and your insight ensures the most accurate and authentic representation of your brand. However, if you need assistance crafting compelling, professional content, our experienced copywriter is available to help refine, enhance, or create original content tailored to your business. This service is available at an additional rate of $120 per hour, ensuring that your website’s messaging is clear, engaging, and optimized for success. Let us know how we can help!
Do you only create WordPress websites?
Yes! WordPress is the leading content management system (CMS), powering over 42% of the web due to its flexibility, scalability, and ease of use. Whether you need a simple, informational website or a fully customized site with advanced functionality, WordPress provides the perfect foundation to meet your business goals. At Pizano Web Design, we’ve worked with countless industries, creating high-performing, user-friendly WordPress websites that help businesses thrive online. No matter your vision, we have the expertise to bring it to life on WordPress!
What if I need help on my site down the road?
We are always just an email away! Whether you need ongoing support or occasional assistance, we’re here to help as much—or as little—as you need. Our commitment to your success doesn’t end at website launch; we take pride in building long-term relationships with our clients. As your business grows, we look forward to working on future projects and helping you expand your online presence. Your success is our success, and we’re excited to support you every step of the way! 🚀
Is SEO included in my website build?
No, the build of your website does not include monthly SEO. All items that we add to your website including text, photos and video can be seen by Google but that doesn’t mean you will rank #1. We do, however, provide top notch monthly SEO services with our team of specialists who are ready to assist with your SEO needs! Click here to check out our SEO services.
Do you work with new and small businesses?
Yes! We work with all types of businesses—from startups and small businesses to large corporations. Whether you’re launching your first website or revamping an existing one, we’re here to guide and support you every step of the way. We especially love working with new businesses that are passionate about establishing their online presence and bringing their vision to life. No matter the size of your business, our team is ready to create a custom, high-performing website that helps you grow and succeed! 🚀
What is photo sourcing?
If needed, we can assist you in finding high-quality, free stock images from reputable sources like Pexels and Unsplash. While we’re happy to help, your input and direction will be essential in selecting the perfect images, photographs, graphics, and vectors that best represent your brand and website. If you require more specific or unique visuals, we can also guide you in finding premium stock images or suggest options for custom photography and graphics to enhance your site’s overall look and feel.
How do we get started?
Contact us with your website details (current or new project), page breakdown, and any sample websites to reference. Upon review, we will provide an estimate for your project or schedule a call to discuss further.
FREQUENTLY ASKED SEO QUESTIONS
Here are some of our most frequent SEO questions and answers.
What does SEO stand for?
As you may know, SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization, but what does that really mean? In simple terms, SEO is the process of improving a website’s visibility on search engines like Google, helping it rank higher and attract organic (unpaid) traffic. Unlike pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, SEO focuses on strategies that naturally drive visitors to your site over time.
SEO involves a wide range of techniques, from optimizing website content with industry-related keywords to building a strong social media presence and ensuring your site is fast, secure, and mobile-friendly. However, SEO is not a one-time effort—search engines constantly update their algorithms, meaning strategies must adapt to remain effective. At Pizano Web Design, we stay ahead of these changes, using proven SEO tactics to help your website rank higher, attract more visitors, and grow your business organically.
Is SEO dead?
SEO isn’t dead—but it has evolved. Over the years, outdated SEO tactics have either become ineffective or can actually harm your rankings on Google. Search engines constantly update their algorithms, and what worked years ago may now be penalizing your website instead of helping it.
That’s where we come in! Our SEO specialists stay ahead of the latest trends and best practices to ensure your website ranks higher, attracts organic traffic, and grows your business.
📞 Contact us today and let us help you achieve real, lasting SEO success. We look forward to working with you and helping you reach your goals!
How much does SEO cost?
To accurately answer this question, our SEO team would need more details about your business, industry, competition, and goals. However, one thing we’ve learned from analyzing thousands of SEO campaigns over the past 10+ years is that the biggest reason SEO campaigns fail is due to agencies underestimating the amount of work required to achieve strong results and a positive return on investment (ROI).
At Pizano Web Design, we take a realistic, results-driven approach to SEO. Our custom SEO packages range from $1,000 to $10,000 per month, with no long-term contracts, ensuring you get the right level of service and strategy needed to maximize your online success. Let’s discuss your goals and create a tailored plan to help your business rank higher, attract more traffic, and grow!
How long does SEO take?
The timeline for SEO success depends on several key factors, including your current website status, past SEO efforts, and the competition level in your industry.
As a general rule of thumb, if your website is already ranking on page 2 of Google, we can typically bring it to page 1 within 3 months. However, for brand-new websites, achieving strong first-page rankings for competitive keywords typically takes 6+ months.
Throughout this period, you’ll see gradual and consistent growth in traffic and leads, but the biggest wins come when your website reaches the top half of page 1, where visibility and conversions increase significantly. At Pizano Web Design, we use proven SEO strategies to accelerate this process and deliver long-term results for your business.
What is the ROI on SEO?
The return on investment (ROI) from SEO can be more significant than you might expect. We’ve seen clients experience over 1000% growth in online business sales within 16 months, translating to an ROI of 20X or more.
The real power of SEO lies in its long-term impact—the organic traffic and leads you generate continue to bring in revenue long after the campaign ends.
At Pizano Web Design, we focus on sustainable, high-impact SEO strategies that provide long-term profitability and exponential growth for your business.
Can you get me to #1 on Google?
Our team of SEO specialists is dedicated to getting your business to the best possible position in your market while flooding your website with high-quality organic traffic. With 10+ years of SEO experience, we know that ranking for the right keywords is far more valuable than simply chasing #1 rankings for terms that don’t drive real business results.
If achieving #1 rankings for high-converting keywords is possible, we’ll put in the strategic effort to get you there. However, our ultimate goal is to maximize your visibility, attract the right audience, and deliver measurable growth for your business through proven, data-driven SEO strategies.
Will my results drop if I stop doing SEO?
SEO is just like going to the gym—if you put in consistent effort for 12 months, you’ll see great results. And even if you take a break for a few months, your website will still maintain strong rankings and visibility. However, just like fitness, without ongoing effort, results can gradually decline as competition strengthens and search engine algorithms evolve.
Everything we do is permanent and long-term, but if your competitors step up their SEO efforts and begin to outrank you, a refresh or tune-up may be needed. If that happens, simply give our SEO team a call, and we’ll walk you through how we can regain and strengthen your rankings to keep your business ahead. 🚀
I’ve done SEO before and it hasn’t worked, why are you different?
If SEO hasn’t worked for you in the past, it’s likely due to one of these four reasons:
You’ve been scammed by a fake SEO company – Unfortunately, the SEO industry has its fair share of scammers, and if you’ve fallen victim to one, we truly sympathize. Stopping these bad actors is one of the reasons our team is so passionate about ethical, results-driven SEO.
You worked with a web designer, developer, or marketing agency that offered SEO as an “extra” service – SEO is not a side skill; it’s an advanced, specialized craft that takes years to master. Many web design and marketing agencies offer SEO but lack true expertise, much like how you wouldn’t trust a logo designer to perform brain surgery.
Your SEO company didn’t know what they were doing – Many so-called “SEO experts” start agencies after watching a few YouTube videos or buying a cheap online course. SEO is a highly technical skill that takes years of experience and testing to get right. Hiring an inexperienced “guru” often leads to disappointment in your rankings.
Your campaign wasn’t aggressive enough to beat strong competition – If you paid $100 or even $500/month for SEO, chances are it simply wasn’t enough effort to outperform your competitors. High-competition industries require a serious SEO strategy with the right level of resources to see real results. As the saying goes, “If you think hiring a professional is expensive, wait until you hire an amateur.”
Our SEO specialists can pinpoint exactly why your previous SEO campaigns haven’t worked—usually in just minutes. We analyze your website data, SEO strategy, and competitors to show you exactly what went wrong. Let us fix what’s been holding you back and create an SEO strategy that actually works!
Do I need to sign a contract?
The short answer – No. Our SEO team believes that if a company needs to lock you in with a long term contract, they aren’t confident in their abilities to delivery quality, effective work that will keep you happy with the results on a monthly basis.
We do however highly encourage a “6 month commitment” to allow enough time to pass to show a positive growth and improvement in the SERPs.
Is there any guarantees for our SEO service?
No one can guarantee a #1 ranking on Google.
Many SEO companies make false promises about securing the top spot, but the truth is that Google ultimately controls rankings, and no SEO agency has a special relationship with Google. In fact, Google itself warns against SEO companies that guarantee #1 rankings, as this is often a red flag for shady practices.
At Pizano Web Design & SEO, we don’t make empty promises—we make real commitments. Our guarantee is simple: no one will work harder than our SEO team to get you the best possible rankings, more organic traffic, and real business growth. We use proven, ethical SEO strategies to help you succeed, and we’re committed to delivering long-term, measurable results for your business.
What sort of SEO reporting will I receive?
Every month, you’ll receive a detailed ranking report outlining your website’s progress in Google SERP results. This report gives you clear insights into how your SEO campaign is performing, showing steady growth in rankings, traffic, and visibility.
In the early months, even if you’re not seeing an immediate surge in phone calls, these reports provide certainty and reassurance that your website is moving in the right direction—gaining traction every week. Our team is committed to getting you the results you want and need, and we’ll keep you informed every step of the way. With data-driven strategies and continuous optimization, success is just a matter of time!
Do you offer PPC services?
We have a PPC Specialist on our team that owns his own agency that we have partnered up with. They ONLY do Pay Per Click/Google Ads so we are able to collaborate with our services to best help and serve our clients. Whenever you need anything PPC/Google Ads related, we connect you with our PPC partners and they work directly with you on your PPC campaign.
Will you manage my Social Media accounts?
Same with the above answer, we have partnered with a Social Media agency that solely focuses on Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok ads and social media management. So while we technically don’t do the social media ourselves, we assist with the social media account set up and creations and then introduce you to Kala, our highly recommended social media expert who can run social media ads for your business.
How do we get started?
We understand that running a business is demanding, which is why we’ve made getting started with SEO as simple as possible.
1️⃣ Contact us for a free consultation – We’ll set up a quick chat (over the phone or in person) to discuss your SEO goals and investment options.
2️⃣ Fill out a short questionnaire – This takes just 15 minutes and helps us understand your business, industry, and target audience.
3️⃣ Let our SEO specialists take over – Once we have the details, our team will handle every aspect of your SEO strategy, so you can focus on running your business while we work on boosting your rankings, traffic, and leads.
Getting started is that easy—reach out today, and let’s grow your online presence!