Website & E-commerce Services
Looking to launch a new website, improve your current one or set up an online store? Vivid Designs builds WordPress websites and WooCommerce stores that are structured, reliable and easy to manage.
Whether you need a simple lead-capture page, a multi-page business site or a fully functional online store, we scope every build around your goals, content and required integrations.
Popular website services we offer:
These are common website setups we build for clients. Each build option shows what is normally included, typical use cases and an expected timeline. Final scope, features and pricing are confirmed in a tailored proposal after we agree on the plan for your project.
A single-scroll site or lead-capture landing page designed to focus visitor attention on one clear action. Good for campaigns, one-off offers or simple business presence.
- Includes:
- Use cases:
- Timeline:
- Hero with clear value statement and CTA
- 4 to 6 structured content sections (services, proof, process, contact)
- Contact or enquiry form with email notifications and optional WhatsApp link
- Basic on-page SEO: titles, meta and heading structure
- Mobile responsive layout and image optimisation
- Social links and maps integration
- Local service businesses needing a fast online presence
- Google Ads or social ad landing pages built for conversions
- Product or event launches with limited scope
- Startups testing a single offer or service
Typically 1 to 2 weeks from receipt of final content and assets.
A compact business website that covers the essentials: home, about, services and contact. Designed to build credibility and make it easy for customers to get in touch.
- Includes:
- Use cases:
- Timeline:
- Up to 4 structured pages with clear calls to action
- Contact form and lead capture with email integration
- Social icons and Google Map if needed
- Basic on-page SEO and image optimisation
- Simple CMS setup so you can update content
- Small local businesses and tradespeople
- Restaurants and cafés needing menu and location pages
- Consultants, freelancers and professionals who need credibility online
- Businesses moving from social-only presence to a proper website
Typically 2 to 4 weeks depending on content readiness.
A more complete site structure for businesses with several services or products, including space for project pages, case studies or a simple blog.
- Includes:
- Use cases:
- Timeline:
- Up to 7 pages with logical navigation and internal linking
- Contact forms and lead capture on key pages
- Social links, maps and optional blog or news listing
- On-page SEO foundations for each main page
- Performance basics: image compression and caching setup
- Businesses offering multiple services or service categories
- Firms that need project or portfolio pages to demonstrate past work
- Companies planning to add SEO-led content over time
Typically 2 to 4 weeks, depending on complexity and content delivery.
An entry-level online store with a tested checkout flow and payment integration, suitable for small product catalogues and sellers starting online.
- Includes:
- Use cases:
- Timeline:
- WooCommerce store installation and basic configuration
- Product pages for up to 10 products with images and descriptions
- Cart and checkout setup and testing
- Integration with a supported South African payment gateway (PayFast/PayGate/Ozow)
- Shipping basics and tax setup as required
- Up to 5 standard informational pages (home, about, contact, shop, terms)
- Boutique shops and product-first startups with small catalogues
- Brick and mortar stores adding online sales for the first time
- Brands testing demand with a limited selection of products
Typically 2 to 6 weeks depending on product readiness and integrations.
These are our core web services:
Below is a practical breakdown of our core website and e-commerce services. Each entry shows what is usually delivered, relevant use examples and typical project timelines. Final quotes are based on the projects brief.
What it is:
A single-scroll website focused on one clear action, designed to convert visitors into leads or customers.
Includes:
- Hero with headline and CTA
- 4 to 6 content sections (services, proof, testimonials, contact)
- Contact/enquiry form and email notifications
- Basic on-page SEO and schema where appropriate
- Mobile responsive layout and performance basics
Use cases:
- Campaign pages for ads or promotions
- Service providers needing a quick online presence
- Product or event launch pages
Timeline
1 to 2 weeks once final content and images are supplied.
Price
From R1,495
What it is:
A concise business website that presents company information, services and contact details clearly.
Includes:
- Up to 4 pages (Home, About, Services, Contact)
- Contact forms and email integration
- Social links and Google Maps embed
- On-page SEO basics and image optimisation
Use cases:
- Local businesses, consultants and sole traders
- Restaurants, salons and micro retail
Timeline:
2 to 4 weeks depending on content readiness.
Price:
From R1,995
What it is:
An expanded site for businesses that need more pages for services, projects or information.
Includes:
- Up to 7 pages with clear navigation and internal linking
- Contact and lead capture on priority pages
- Optional blog or news section setup
- On-page SEO and performance setup
Use cases:
- Businesses with multiple service categories
- Companies wanting space for case studies and resources
Timeline:
2 to 4 weeks depending on complexity.
Price:
From R2,495
What it is:
A comprehensive website for established businesses that need full content coverage and deeper information architecture.
Includes:
- Structured page architecture across up to 20 pages
- Multiple contact points and conversions paths
- Blog or resources area and category structure if required
- Performance optimisation and accessibility basics
Use cases:
- Established brands and organisations with broad service ranges
- Businesses preparing for sustained SEO activity
Timeline:
2 to 4+ weeks depending on size and content readiness.
Price:
From R2,995
What it is:
A simple online shop with a reliable checkout process and local payment integration.
Includes:
- WooCommerce installation and basic setup
- Product pages for up to 10 items, with images and descriptions
- Cart and checkout configuration and testing
- Payment gateway integration and basic shipping rules
- Up to 5 supporting pages (shop, about, contact, terms, privacy)
Use cases:
- Small product catalogues and boutique brands
- Retailers adding online sales to an existing business
Timeline:
2 to 6 weeks depending on product content and integrations.
Price:
From R3,495
What it is:
A store built for a larger product range and more complex requirements such as product variations and promotional rules.
Includes:
- Variable and simple product setup
- Coupon and discount rules
- Advanced shipping configurations and tax rules
- Payment gateway integration and checkout optimisation
- Up to 20 product listings and basic product import assistance
Use cases:
- Stores with size or colour variations
- Businesses running promotions, coupons and complex shipping
Timeline:
2 to 6 weeks depending on scope and product readiness.
Price:
From R4,495
What it is:
Targeted redesign of existing websites to improve structure, usability, visual design and speed.
Includes:
- UX review and layout improvements for priority pages
- Updated visual assets and templates
- On-page SEO improvements and performance checks
- Content restructuring guidance
Use cases:
- Outdated WordPress sites needing a modern look
- Sites with low conversion or poor navigation
- Businesses undergoing a rebrand
Timeline:
1 to 4 weeks depending on scope.
Price:
Quoted per brief
What it is:
Advice and setup support to ensure your domain and DNS settings point correctly to your hosting and email systems.
Includes:
- Domain purchase guidance and name suggestions
- DNS and nameserver setup and troubleshooting
- SSL verification and installation checks
- Email DNS records setup assistance (SPF, DKIM)
Use cases:
- New businesses registering a domain
- Sites failing to connect or email delivery issues
- Migrating domain between providers
Timeline:
Usually same day to 48 hours depending on registrar and DNS propagation.
Price:
Quoted per task
What it is:
Creation and optimisation of your Google Business Profile to help local customers find and contact you.
Includes:
- Profile creation or claim process guidance
- Category selection and description optimisation
- Photo uploads and basic optimisation tips
- Verification support and local SEO basics
Use cases:
- Local businesses needing better presence on Google Maps
- New companies without a verified listing
- Businesses wanting improved local search visibility
Timeline:
2 to 7 days depending on verification process.
Price:
Quoted per task
What it is:
A focused audit and implementation plan to improve load times and user experience, aligned with search performance goals.
Includes:
- Image compression and WebP conversion
- Caching and asset optimisation setup
- Critical CSS and deferred loading strategies
- Core Web Vitals baseline check and fixes
Use cases:
- Slow WordPress sites with high load times
- Sites with poor PageSpeed Insights scores
- Businesses preparing for SEO campaigns or high traffic
Timeline:
Audit 2 to 5 days, implementation time quoted after audit.
Price:
Quoted after site audit
Need a Quick Quote!
Pricing and add-ons:
We publish starting points to assist with budgeting. Final quotes are confirmed after we agree on project scope so you only pay for what is required without the fluff.
- Common add-ons:
- Hosting & retainers:
- Additional product upload: from R145 per product.
- Extra content page: from R495 per page.
- Rush delivery: from R495 per job.
- Extra revision rounds: billed at agreed hourly rate.
- Emergency recovery or malware removal: from R945 per incident.
- Managed hosting and structured maintenance plans are available and can be tailored to your needs.
- Maintenance retainers can include updates, backups, security monitoring and limited monthly edits. Deliverables are defined in our proposal for your project.
- For more information on hosting check out our Website Hosting & Support Services page
To receive an accurate quote, please send:
- Current or desired website URL (if any).
- Desired number of pages or product count.
- Required integrations (payments, CRM, bookings etc.).
- Logo files, colour codes and preferred fonts.
- Example websites you like, either due to their style or functionality.
- Preferred timeline and budget range for the project.
- Who will supply your websites text and images.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Costs depend on product count, shipping logic and payment integrations. Starter packages include initial product uploads, additional uploads are charged per product or can be factored into your proposal as requireed.
Most stores take 2–6 weeks depending on product readiness. Brochure websites can take 1–2 weeks.
One-off projects require a 50 percent deposit to begin. The balance is due on completion or per pre agreed project milestone.
Yes. Managed hosting and maintenance plans are available. Hosting plans can be tailored dependent on your requirements, check out our Website Hosting & Support Services page for more detail.
Updates can be handled through a maintenance plan or billed at the hourly rate.
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