The Sitewright journal
Plain-English advice on websites, SEO and branding for UK small and medium businesses, from the Sitewright studio in Edinburgh.
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How much does a small business website cost in the UK?
Real price ranges for a UK small business website in 2026, from DIY builders to agencies, plus the running costs nobody mentions in the first quote.
Getting online
Do I still need a website if I have Facebook and Google reviews?
If your work comes from Facebook, Instagram or your Google Business Profile, do you still need a website? An honest answer for UK small businesses.
Local SEO
How to set up a Google Business Profile (and get found on Google Maps)
A step-by-step guide to setting up a Google Business Profile for your small business, including service-area setup, verification and getting reviews.
Hiring a designer
Hiring a web designer in Edinburgh: 9 questions to ask before you sign
Nine questions to put to any Edinburgh web designer before you pay a deposit, covering ownership, price, copy, SEO and what happens after launch.
Planning a website
How long does it take to build a website for a small business?
Realistic timelines for a UK small business website, from DIY builders to agencies, what causes delays, and how a 14-day build actually works.
Planning a website
What pages does a small business website need?
The pages every UK small business website needs, what each one should contain, which extras are worth adding, and the legal pages you can't skip.
Pricing
Website maintenance costs in the UK: what you should actually pay each month
What website maintenance covers, how UK designers price it, rough monthly ranges, and what to check before you sign a care plan or retainer.
Choosing a platform
Wix vs Squarespace vs a custom website: which is right for a UK small business?
An honest comparison of Wix, Squarespace and a custom-built website for UK small businesses, covering cost, your time, SEO, speed and who owns what.