Blog & Resources
Articles & Guides
I write about web design, real-world costs, technical SEO and everything a business owner should know before building or redesigning their website. No jargon — just practical, honest information.
Pricing
6 min
How Much Does a Website Cost in the UK in 2026
Real prices for landing pages, brochure sites and online shops. What affects the cost and how to choose based on your budget.
Comparison
5 min
Freelancer vs Agency: Which Should You Choose?
Comparing costs, communication, speed and quality so you can make the right decision for your web project.
Guide
5 min
What Makes a Good Website in 2026
A complete checklist: speed, design, UX, SEO, security and content. Everything that separates a good site from a mediocre one.
Technical
5 min
Why Is My Website Slow — and How to Fix It
Unoptimised images, poor hosting, too many plugins — the most common causes and concrete fixes for each one.
Comparison
5 min
WordPress vs Custom Website
Pros, cons and when to choose each approach. Comparing speed, security, cost and flexibility.
Comparison
5 min
Wix, Squarespace or a Custom Website
Which platform is right for your business in 2026? Comparing ease of use, SEO, price and scalability.
Guide
5 min
How Long Does It Take to Build a Website
Realistic timelines: landing page 1–2 weeks, brochure site 2–4 weeks, business site 4–8 weeks. What affects the timeline.
Guide
5 min
What to Know Before Ordering a Website
Purpose, content, domain, hosting, budget and how to evaluate quotes. A complete guide for business owners.
Technical
5 min
What Is Technical SEO and Why It Matters
Crawlability, indexation, speed, URL structure, structured data and HTTPS — everything you need to know about technical SEO.
Technical
4 min
Core Web Vitals Explained Simply
LCP, INP and CLS — what they measure, what scores are good and how to improve each metric on your site without being a developer.
Guide
4 min
What Makes a Good Web Project Brief
Template and practical examples: objectives, target audience, functionality, design and budget. A good brief saves time and money.
Guide
5 min
10 Common Website Mistakes Businesses Make
Design without strategy, ignoring mobile, poor hosting, missing CTAs — the mistakes that cost UK businesses time and money.