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Website Design

Website Design + Development

We take time to solve your buyer’s pain points and create a better user experience.

Drive more traffic and engage more customers with an optimized website

Attract, engage, influence your target audience

Websites include:

Custom website design with WordPress integration.
Drag and drop interface – no coding skills.
SEO features (metatags, titles, headings).
No limit on number of pages or blog posts.
Upload your own images and logo.
Integrates with Google Analytics for visitor metrics.

Digital experiences engineered to perform

Design
We begin with a sketch or wireframe concept followed by a full color design including a functional prototype. The website design standards we establish for your website will be part of your style guide we create.
Develop
Our custom WordPress themes are responsive and fully optimized for SEO with meta data. During development we conduct quality assurance and usability testing to ensure all elements are working before launch.
Launch
Your website is a fluid, "living" entity that is constantly evolving. With anything that is prone to frequently change, completing any quality assurance is a moving target. This means what's not working can be addressed and changed.

User-centered designing websites based on the user’s needs

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Your trusted web partner

Custom, Pixel-Perfect Design

We design custom, pixel perfect, modern websites guaranteed to boost your audience engagement, sales, website traffic, local search results & most of all you stand out from competitors! We never create the same website twice; no cookie-cutter solutions.

Meta Data, Alt Tags & Optimization

Fast load times = happy customers. The window to impress people with your website is only 7 seconds. Google has made it clear that they prefer websites that respond quickly.

Latest Technology

We closely follow new technology and trends in all aspects of online marketing, design and search engine marketing and provide a solution that effectively implements fresh ideas and innovative approaches.

User-Centered Web Design

Best websites give the user a pleasurable experience - attractive, easy and satisfying to use. We create memorable and positive experience for your success.

WordPress Development

Easy-to-use, SEO friendly, flexible development platform used on over 35% of all websites. WordPress provides a user friendly CMS allowing you to make updates.

Optimized for Speed

Fast load times = happy customers. The window to impress people with your website is only 7 seconds. Optimize your images and text to increase your search engine online exposure.

Website develop for quick and easy updates, edits, new content

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No Coding Required

One great advantage of using WordPress is it is user-friendly, intuitive and easy to learn. With WordPress, updating content and adding new pages, images or blog posts can be done quickly.
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Multi-User Capacities

Do you have a team keeping your website running? As an administrator of a WordPress site, you can establish multiple users and assign different roles to different individuals.
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Powerful CMS

While WordPress provides a powerful option for small businesses, many big brands have tapped into the power of WordPress. Companies like Sony, Mercedes-Benz, Harvard University and Reuters are using WordPress.
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Safe and Secure

With the popularity of WordPress, there is no question that it is a regular target for hackers. WordPress takes the security of its users very seriously and constantly updates its software to prevent potential threats.
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CMS Installation and Configuration

Our development team helps with a seamless CMS installation and configuration of your web application. Our CMS configuration includes:
● Website and Blog Setup
● Custom theme development
● Webforms, email notification and other automation
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Custom Web Development

We offer an exclusive range of custom WordPress web development services at an affordable cost. Let it be a custom theme or any plugin customization, we fulfill all. Our wide range of services includes:
● Custom theming and development
● Clean-coded, Bug-Free & SEO friendly development
● Complete Design & Development around CMS system
● Instant Support & Reliable Fixes
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Frequently asked questions for anyone looking for website design

How much does a new website cost?
There’s not one single answer to this question. A website design is quoted based on the needs of each individual project. Every website is unique and requires different components; we design and develop custom websites specifically for your small business. We’ll ask a lot of questions, assess your needs, and give you a quote based on that assessment. Most of our sites run in the $5,000 range, but can be more or less depending on needs.
When do I pay?
For most projects, equal payments are made at the start, midway, and the end of the project, but we can work with you to set up a schedule that meets your needs. We understand that this is a big investment and want to help you budget for the expense in whatever way possible. We accept checks, PayPal, and all major credit cards.
Will you maintain my site for me?
We can! We provide on-going support for many of our clients. Check out our WordPress management packages.
How long will it take to get a new website?
On average, we shoot for a six to eight week turnaround, but the pace of any project is set by each client. How much input you can provide during the initial stages, your availability with feedback, how soon the content is ready – all this affects the speed of completion. The functionality needs may also play a role – more complex sites will take more time to develop.
Do you only create WordPress website?
Yes. WordPress is a great content management system that now powers more than 30% of the web. Its huge market share is due to it’s flexibility and ease of use. Don’t worry, we’ll teach you how to manage it and help you along the way.
How much input do I have in the process?
A lot! Your input and feedback is crucial to this process. We’ll start with a lot of questions about your needs, your likes, your wants and work with you to develop just the right look and functionality.
Who writes the content for the site?
Our team of expert content writers will create authentic and engaging content for your website that will captivate your users. Websites in your local area that provide valuable, original content experience higher search rankings and satisfied customers as a result. We will work with you to make sure your website is fully optimized and is guaranteed to delivery organic search engine results!
Will I be able to update my site myself?
Yes! We love it when our clients take control of their website and learn to manage it on their own. We’ll provide you with a set of comprehensive video tutorials to help you learn your way around, as well provide you with a training session to help get you on your way. (Note: We love to answer your questions!)
Where should my website be hosted?
Hosting is super important! When it comes to hosting, you get what you pay for. We’ve developed a list of our absolute favorite hosts to help you find the right host at the right price. Web hosting packages.
Will my website be mobile-friendly?
Absolutely! Having a mobile-friendly website is more important than ever! We work hard to ensure your website looks great on a variety of devices.
Should my website have social media feeds and posts?
Your customers want to learn more about your business and interact with you on social media. We make sure your social media profiles are easy to access on your website design. We can integrate your twitter feed to display your newest tweets on your business website.

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About ThePixel

We’re experts at firing up brands with smart, creative, research-based communications ideas. We are a full-service agency offering brand development, creative development, web and interactive development, public relations, media services and research. Located in Cedar Rapids, IA we leverage technology with your business.

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