How Much Does a Website Cost? Our Pricing Explained

Mike Willett, founder of Skratch Creative in The Woodlands, Texas
Mike Willett
April 30, 2026
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A website from Skratch Creative costs $3,500 to $10,000 to build. Where your project lands in that range depends on how many pages you need, how custom the design is, what features the site has and how much content has to be created. There is also a $249 per month website plan that grows with you.

How much a website costs

What Skratch Creative charges

  • Website builds: $3,500 to $10,000, depending on scope.
  • Monthly website plan: $249 per month, a plan that grows with your business.
  • Contracts: Work runs on set-term contracts, so you know the terms before you start.

Each project is quoted once we understand what it needs. The sections below explain what moves the number.

What drives the cost of a website

Factors that drive the cost of a website

Number of pages

Every page needs a layout, content and testing. A five-page site with a home page, services, about and contact pages costs less than one with dozens of service pages, a blog and an event calendar.

How custom the design is

A design built on a proven layout takes less time than one with custom graphics, animation and interactive elements. Custom work helps you stand out. It also takes more hours.

Features and integrations

An online store, a booking system, a client login or a connection to your CRM adds work. Each feature has to be built, connected and tested. Selling online also means product pages, payment setup and shipping rules.

Content

If you supply finished copy and photos, the build moves faster. If you need help writing pages or finding images, that becomes part of the scope.

Search setup

Page titles, descriptions, headings, image alt text and site speed are part of building a site people can find. Ongoing SEO work after launch is a separate service.

Branding

If you need a new logo or brand colors before the site can be designed, plan for that work too. Logo design is one of our services.

In general, smaller sites with standard features sit toward the lower end of our range. Larger sites with custom features or an online store sit toward the higher end.

One-time build or monthly plan?

We offer both a website build, priced at $3,500 to $10,000, and a $249 per month website plan that grows with you. Which one fits depends on your project and your budget. Ask us what each option includes for your project and how the contract term works before you choose.

Costs to plan for after launch

A website's cost does not end on launch day. Budget for:

  • Domain renewal and hosting
  • Software, plugin and security updates
  • Content changes as your services and prices change
  • SEO, if you want to grow search traffic
  • Advertising and social media campaigns, if you use them to bring in visitors

Skratch Creative clients get their own advertising portal with detailed metrics, so you can see what your ad spend produces.

How to keep the cost down

  • Start with a clear scope. Decide which pages and features you need at launch and which can wait. A smaller first version costs less and gives you real data before you spend more.
  • Have content ready. Finished copy and photos save time on every page.
  • Make decisions early. Big changes after the design is approved cost more than changes at the mockup stage.
  • Give feedback on time. Slow reviews stretch the schedule.
  • Skip features you do not need. Every feature has to be built, tested and maintained. If it does not help your customers, leave it out.

What about DIY website builders?

Drag-and-drop builders like Wix or Squarespace cost less up front and can work for a hobby site or a very small business. The trade-off is your time and the limits of the template. If the site needs to bring in leads, rank in search or grow with your business, those limits show up quickly.

Planning custom website features

How to compare website quotes

Quotes vary widely, so compare what each one includes, not just the total. Ask every designer:

  • How many pages and which features are included?
  • Is content writing included?
  • How many rounds of revisions are included?
  • Is basic SEO setup included?
  • Who owns the finished site?
  • What support comes after launch, and what does more cost?

Our guides to hiring a web designer and choosing a freelancer or an agency cover what else to check. Once you hire someone, what to expect from your web designer walks through the process.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a website cost at Skratch Creative?

Website builds run $3,500 to $10,000, depending on pages, features, content and design. There is also a $249 per month website plan.

Why does one website cost more than another?

More pages, custom design, features like an online store or booking, and content creation all add hours. More hours mean a higher price.

Do I need to pay for anything after launch?

Yes. Plan for hosting, domain renewal and updates, plus any SEO or advertising you want to run.

Get a quote for your site

Tell us what your site needs to do and we will explain where it falls in our range. You can read more about our website design services. Call (281) 400-6893 or send us a message. We are open Monday to Friday, 9 to 5.

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