DIY websites have significant cost. Whether Wix, Upwork, or WordPress, our recommendation is… don’t do it.
Your small business needs a website that pulls in leads, not one that drains your time and wallet. Platforms like Wix and Squarespace promise easy, affordable sites, and hiring a freelancer on Upwork or Fiverr seems like a quick fix. But the hidden costs? They pile up fast, turning “cheap” into a headache. We’ve seen it at Hip Bip—service businesses chasing savings only to lose big on lost opportunities.
Wix starts at around $16 per month for basic plans, jumping to $39 or more for business features. Squarespace? Similar story—$16 monthly for starters, up to $49 for commerce. Sounds doable, right? Add-ons like custom domains, emails, or premium templates sneak in extra fees. Freelancers on Fiverr charge $500 to $10,000 per project, while Upwork devs run $15–$50 hourly. But that’s just the start.
As a plumber or consultant, your hours are billable. DIY building? Expect 50–100 hours for a basic site. That’s weeks stolen from client work. If your time’s worth $50 an hour, you’re out $2,500–$5,000 before launch. Freelancers? Miscommunications or revisions add delays—common pitfalls like scope creep eat more time.
A clunky DIY site scares off customers. Limited SEO tools leave you invisible on Google, and basic templates don’t convert visitors to calls. We’ve fixed sites where owners spent months tweaking, only to get zero inquiries. Freelancers from Upwork or Fiverr? Quality varies—cheap hires often deliver generic designs that miss your brand, leading to redesigns down the line.
DIY platforms lock you into subscriptions, plus extras for security or plugins. A hack? You’re on your own, costing downtime and fixes. Freelancers might vanish post-project, leaving you with bugs or outdated tech. Small businesses report ongoing tweaks eating budgets—think $100–$500 yearly just to keep things running.
Hiring on Upwork or Fiverr? Time zones and vague briefs lead to frustration. We’ve heard stories of “done” sites needing total overhauls because the freelancer didn’t grasp your service business needs. Platforms take fees too—Upwork’s cut adds 5–20% to your bill.
Your site grows with your business? DIY templates struggle with advanced features like bookings or e-commerce, forcing pricey upgrades or migrations. Freelancers might build something that works now but breaks as you add services. Result? More cash outflow when you least expect it.
At Hip Bip, we build sites for you—answer a few questions, and we handle writing, design, SEO, and launch. No hidden costs, just a site that drives leads. We’ve powered big brands worldwide, now bringing that expertise to small services like yours.
You’ve got this. Skip the DIY traps and focus on what you do best. A pro-built site pays for itself in leads. Ready to chat? Start a conversation with Hip Bip.
DIY websites have significant cost. Whether Wix, Upwork, or WordPress, our recommendation is… don’t do it.
Your small business needs a website that pulls in leads, not one that drains your time and wallet. Platforms like Wix and Squarespace promise easy, affordable sites, and hiring a freelancer on Upwork or Fiverr seems like a quick fix. But the hidden costs? They pile up fast, turning “cheap” into a headache. We’ve seen it at Hip Bip—service businesses chasing savings only to lose big on lost opportunities.
Wix starts at around $16 per month for basic plans, jumping to $39 or more for business features. Squarespace? Similar story—$16 monthly for starters, up to $49 for commerce. Sounds doable, right? Add-ons like custom domains, emails, or premium templates sneak in extra fees. Freelancers on Fiverr charge $500 to $10,000 per project, while Upwork devs run $15–$50 hourly. But that’s just the start.
As a plumber or consultant, your hours are billable. DIY building? Expect 50–100 hours for a basic site. That’s weeks stolen from client work. If your time’s worth $50 an hour, you’re out $2,500–$5,000 before launch. Freelancers? Miscommunications or revisions add delays—common pitfalls like scope creep eat more time.
A clunky DIY site scares off customers. Limited SEO tools leave you invisible on Google, and basic templates don’t convert visitors to calls. We’ve fixed sites where owners spent months tweaking, only to get zero inquiries. Freelancers from Upwork or Fiverr? Quality varies—cheap hires often deliver generic designs that miss your brand, leading to redesigns down the line.
DIY platforms lock you into subscriptions, plus extras for security or plugins. A hack? You’re on your own, costing downtime and fixes. Freelancers might vanish post-project, leaving you with bugs or outdated tech. Small businesses report ongoing tweaks eating budgets—think $100–$500 yearly just to keep things running.
Hiring on Upwork or Fiverr? Time zones and vague briefs lead to frustration. We’ve heard stories of “done” sites needing total overhauls because the freelancer didn’t grasp your service business needs. Platforms take fees too—Upwork’s cut adds 5–20% to your bill.
Your site grows with your business? DIY templates struggle with advanced features like bookings or e-commerce, forcing pricey upgrades or migrations. Freelancers might build something that works now but breaks as you add services. Result? More cash outflow when you least expect it.
At Hip Bip, we build sites for you—answer a few questions, and we handle writing, design, SEO, and launch. No hidden costs, just a site that drives leads. We’ve powered big brands worldwide, now bringing that expertise to small services like yours.
You’ve got this. Skip the DIY traps and focus on what you do best. A pro-built site pays for itself in leads. Ready to chat? Start a conversation with Hip Bip.
Hip Bip solves the website problem for small service businesses by providing American-made websites that actually make money and lower business owner stress.
Hip Bip solves the website problem for small service businesses by providing American-made websites that actually make money and lower business owner stress.
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