Typical website costs for a small Irish business
A simple presentation website can cost a few hundred euro, while a larger custom website can cost several thousand. The useful question is not only “how many pages?” but also how much design, copywriting, search setup, integration and support the project needs.
What changes the price of a website?
The main cost drivers are the number of unique page layouts, the amount of content that must be written, custom forms, booking or CRM integrations, online payments, multilingual setup and the level of search optimisation required.
- A prepared layout costs less than a design created entirely from zero.
- Supplying organised text and good photographs reduces production time.
- Individual service pages take longer but can target more specific searches.
- Custom systems require planning, testing and ongoing maintenance.
One-off project cost versus monthly costs
The build price and the running cost should be separated clearly. After launch, common ongoing costs include the domain, hosting, business email and optional maintenance. Shy Shell Website Care starts at €19 per month and includes managed hosting, backups, monitoring and small content changes.
How to choose the right package
Choose the smallest package that can explain your services properly and support the next stage of the business. A one-page site is sensible when the offer is simple. A multi-page site is stronger when customers search for several different services or locations. Custom development is appropriate only when the website must manage data, accounts, payments or operational workflows.
Questions to ask before paying a web designer
- Who owns the domain and website files?
- Is VAT included in the quoted price?
- How many revision rounds are included?
- What happens after launch?
- Are SEO, privacy, analytics and form protection included?
- Will extra functionality require third-party subscriptions?
Frequently asked questions
Can a €249 website rank in Google?
It can be indexed and can rank for relevant searches, but results depend on competition, useful content, authority and ongoing optimisation. A single page has fewer opportunities than a well-structured multi-page site.
Do I need monthly maintenance?
No. You can host and manage the files yourself. Maintenance is useful when you want backups, monitoring, updates and small changes handled for you.
Is the domain included?
The domain is normally purchased in your own name. We help you choose, buy and connect it so you keep control.