Web-Works“How much does a website cost?” is the first question almost every business asks. The honest answer is that it depends on what the website needs to do for you. A page that simply exists and a page that brings in enquiries, sales or bookings are different projects, at different costs.
To give you a reference point: at Web-Works, a corporate website starts at €900 and an eshop at €1,900. Most business projects cost more, depending on the scope and the integrations. Below we explain what actually drives the price, which costs come after launch, and how to compare two quotes.
What drives the cost of a website
1. How many pages and languages you need
Every page needs structure, copy, design and testing. A website with a home page, services, an about page and contact is a smaller project than one with dozens of services or case studies. Each extra language adds translation and the right settings, so Google shows each version to the right audience.
2. Custom design or a ready-made template
A ready-made template is cheaper, but it looks like thousands of other websites and often carries code you don’t need. Custom design starts from your business: what a visitor needs to understand, what they should do and what impression they should leave with.
3. Who prepares the content
Copy and photos are often the reason a project gets delayed. If you have them ready, the cost stays lower. If you need help with writing, structure or photography, that is extra work, but it is often what makes the biggest difference to the result.
4. Features
Multi-step forms, a booking system, a client area, search, multiple languages or a property catalogue: every feature adds design, development and testing.
5. Integrations with your systems
When the website has to talk to your CRM, ERP, a booking platform, a bank, a courier or a price-comparison site, the project grows. In return, data updates automatically and you don’t enter the same information twice.
6. SEO and moving from an existing website
A new website needs a sound technical base for Google. If it replaces an old one, it needs extra care: keeping the URLs that work and correctly redirecting the ones that change, so you don’t lose the rankings you have already earned.
7. Support after delivery
Updates, backups, small changes and someone to answer when something isn’t working. Ask what is included and for how long, because this is where quotes differ the most.
Why an eshop costs more
An eshop is a website and a till in one. Beyond the design, it needs products with variations, a cart and a checkout that doesn’t lose customers, card payments, shipping costs, invoicing, terms of sale and often connections to marketplaces or an ERP. The number of products and integrations is usually what sets the final price. More on our eshop development page.
What a starting price includes
A “from” price only means something if you know what it covers. Our starting price for a corporate website includes:
- custom design, tailored to your business,
- correct display on mobile, tablet and desktop,
- technical SEO, fast loading and a blog,
- a contact form, map, SSL and GDPR compliance,
- connection to Google Analytics and Search Console,
- 60 days of support and training, so you can change texts and photos yourself.
You’ll find the full details in our website packages.
The costs after launch
The cost of a website doesn’t stop the day it goes live. Plan from the start for:
- the domain (for example .gr or .com), renewed every year,
- hosting, which affects speed and security,
- updates, backups and technical support,
- any platform subscriptions or plugin licences, especially for an eshop,
- changes and new pages as the business grows.
A quote that looks cheap can become expensive within two years if all of this is charged separately, or if the website has to be rebuilt.
A platform, a freelancer or an agency?
There is no single right choice for everyone. Do-it-yourself platforms and AI tools are a cheap start for a simple page, but the time, the strategy and the responsibility are yours. See also our article “Can AI build your business website?”. A freelancer can be a very good fit for well-defined projects. A team is worth it when the project needs design, development, SEO and support together, and you want continuity in the future.
How to compare two quotes
Two quotes at different prices often don’t describe the same project. Before you decide, check:
- whether the scope is written out in detail: pages, features, languages, integrations,
- who will actually work on the project and how you will communicate,
- who owns the domain, the website and the login details,
- what is included for SEO and speed,
- what support you get after delivery, and for how long,
- what the timeline is and what is needed from you.
When it’s worth investing more
If the website simply confirms that you exist, a simple solution is enough. It’s worth investing more when the website needs to bring in enquiries or sales, when you pay for advertising and want to know what works, when your customers compare options before deciding, or when the website has to connect to your business systems.
Conclusion
The right question isn’t just “how much does it cost”, but “what should it bring me, and what will it cost in total over the next few years”. With a clear scope and a written quote, you know from the start what you are paying for and what you get.
If you’re planning a new website or eshop, see how we approach website development or talk to us directly. We’ll tell you openly what you really need and what you don’t.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a simple business website cost?
At Web-Works, a corporate website starts at €900, with custom design, technical SEO and 60 days of support. The final price depends on the pages, languages, features and integrations.
How much does an eshop cost?
An eshop starts at €1,900. The final cost depends mainly on the number of products, the payment and shipping methods and the integrations with marketplaces or an ERP.
How long does it take to build?
Usually 2 to 8 weeks. The time depends on the size of the project, the features and how ready the content is.
Are there yearly costs?
Yes. The domain and hosting renew every year, and it’s wise to plan for updates, backups and support. An eshop may also have platform or plugin subscriptions.
Why do prices vary so much?
Because the word “website” covers very different projects: a ready-made template or custom design, with or without SEO, with or without support. Compare the scope each quote describes, not just the final amount.
How do I get a quote?
After a short, free conversation about your business and your goals, we send you a written proposal with a clear scope, cost and timeline. You can ask for a quote here.