Ten practical questions to ask before you hire anyone to build your website, and the warning signs that should make you pause.
Your website will represent your business for years, so the company that builds it matters. Whether you are in Sankarapuram, Kallakurichi or anywhere else, these questions will help you compare web development companies and choose one you can trust.
1. Can I see websites you have built?
Ask for live websites, not just screenshots. Open them on your phone. Do they load quickly? Is the text easy to read? Can you find the phone number and enquiry form within a few seconds? A company’s past work is the best guide to what you will get.
2. Can I speak to a past client?
A short call with a previous client tells you whether the company met deadlines, communicated clearly and helped after launch.
3. What exactly is included in the quote?
Ask for a written list of pages, features, design rounds and support. Vague quotes lead to surprise charges. Our guide on what decides the cost of a business website lists what to check.
4. Will I own the domain, content and code?
The domain should be registered in your business name, and you should receive the login details for the domain, hosting and website. If you change companies later, you should be able to take your website with you.
5. Will the site work well on mobile phones?
Most visitors will arrive on a phone. Ask how the company tests on different screen sizes and slower mobile connections.
6. How do you handle speed and SEO basics?
A professional build should include clear page titles and descriptions, one main heading per page, clean structure, compressed images and fast loading. Be careful of anyone who promises “first page on Google” for a fixed fee: no one controls Google’s rankings.
7. Can I update the content myself?
If you will add products, offers or news regularly, ask for a content management system and a short training session. If updates are rare, a simpler site with a support plan may suit you better.
8. What happens after launch?
Ask about backups, security updates, bug fixes and how quickly they respond to problems. Find out what is free, what is charged, and for how long support lasts.
9. Who will I be talking to?
You should have one clear contact who understands your project and replies in a reasonable time, in a language you are comfortable with.
10. How will you understand my business?
A good company asks about your customers, competitors and goals before talking about colours and fonts. If the first conversation is only about price, keep looking.
Warning signs to watch for
- Guaranteed rankings or a guaranteed number of leads
- The domain registered in the developer’s name instead of yours
- No written scope or timeline
- No live examples of previous work
- A very low price with nothing said about hosting, support or content
Talk to us about your website
Creva Solutions builds websites for businesses across Kallakurichi district. Ask us any of these questions: see our web development service, browse our portfolio, or contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I choose a local web development company?
A local company can be easier to meet and may understand your customers better, but quality, communication and support matter more than distance. Many projects are handled well over phone, WhatsApp and video calls.
Who should own my website domain?
Your business should own the domain, and you should have the login details for the domain, hosting and website.
Can a web development company guarantee first-page rankings?
No. Search engines decide rankings. A good company builds a fast, well-structured site and can help with SEO, but should not guarantee positions.