Website design cost · flat prices in USD

How much does a small business website cost? From $1,290, flat.

Custom design, clean code and SEO from day one, with no website builder and no subscription. Pick your package, add only what you need and see your price instantly.

  • Flat price, no hidden fees
  • Live in 2–4 weeks
  • 100 % remote, nationwide
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Cost

Website design cost: what you'll pay with bauwau.

You pay one flat price instead of hourly rates. It mainly depends on the number of pages and features, and it's all spelled out here.

Starter

For solo pros and small businesses that need a professional website, fast.

$1,290 one-time

Live in about 2 weeks

  • One-page site with up to 5 sections
  • Copy polishing for your content
  • Custom design for every device
  • Contact form with email notifications
  • Basic SEO setup
  • Privacy policy page included
  • Free hosting, set up for you
Configure Starter

Premium

For businesses with multiple services or locations that want to stand out in their market.

$3,490 one-time

Live in about 4–6 weeks

  • Up to 8 pages
  • Everything in Standard
  • License-free images selected for you
  • Advanced SEO structure for every page
  • Custom animations & interactions
  • Priority support
Configure Premium

All prices are final. As a German small business (§ 19 UStG), we don't charge VAT.

Price calculator

Build your website in 4 steps.

Pick a package, add extras and choose a maintenance plan. You see your flat price at every step. Requesting a quote is free and no obligation.

  1. 1Package
  2. 2Add-ons
  3. 3Maintenance
  4. 4Contact
Which package fits your business?
Add-ons (optional)
Additional page$179More room for services, your team or reviews beyond your package. 0per page
Additional languagefrom $559E.g. Spanish, to reach more customers in your area, with a clean SEO structure per language. Translation included. 0per language
Maintenance after launch (optional)

Month to month, cancel with 4 weeks' notice to the end of any month. Hosting included; you only pay for your domain (about $1–2 a month).

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What comes with every website we build.

Custom design

No cookie-cutter template: designed for your brand and your customers.

Optimized for every device

Looks great on phone, tablet and desktop, and loads in under a second.

SEO basics

Clean code, meta data, structured data and a sitemap, ready for Google.

Contact form

Leads land straight in your inbox, with spam protection.

You own everything

Domain, copy, images and code belong to you. No long-term contract.

Hosting & SSL included

Fast, secure hosting with HTTPS and no monthly hosting fees.

After launch

Maintenance plans, only if you want one.

Your website belongs to you and runs without a maintenance contract. If you'd rather have it handled, pick a monthly plan.

Maintenance after launch

Optional: your website runs just fine without a maintenance plan.

Care Basic

For peace of mind.

$39 / month
  • Uptime monitoring
  • Regular backups
  • Security & update checks
  • Email support

Care Plus

For businesses ready to grow.

$139 / month
  • Everything in Active
  • Up to 2 hrs of updates per month
  • Monthly SEO & performance check
  • Google Business Profile upkeep

Month to month, cancel with 4 weeks' notice to the end of any month. Hosting included; you only pay for your domain (about $1–2 a month). Without a plan, updates are billed hourly ($119 per hour).

How it works

From first call to launch.

  1. Strategy call

    30 minutes, free and no obligation, by video or phone. Calls happen in your morning Eastern Time.

    Day 1
  2. Flat-price quote

    We define scope and goals together. You get a binding quote in US dollars with no hidden fees.

    within 48 hrs
  3. Design & build

    Design first, then development, with one round of feedback per phase.

    1–4 weeks
  4. Launch & support

    Your website goes live: fast, secure and ready for Google. And we're still here after launch.

    Launch

FAQ

Website design cost: frequently asked questions

How much does a website cost for a small business?

With us you pay one flat price: $1,290 for a professional one-page site (Starter), $1,790 for up to 5 pages (Standard) and $3,490 for up to 8 pages (Premium). In every package we polish your content into clear, search-friendly copy. Add-ons like Google Business Profile setup, online booking or a blog are only added if you need them, and the calculator shows your total instantly.

How long does it take?

2 to 6 weeks depending on the package, starting from the day we have your content. With express delivery it's about twice as fast.

What are the ongoing costs, and who owns the domain?

Hosting is included. You only pay for your domain (a .com runs about $15–25 a year), and it's registered in your name. A monthly maintenance plan from $39 is optional.

How do updates work after launch?

Email or WhatsApp us your changes and we'll update them fast. Updates are included in maintenance plans from $79 a month, otherwise billed at $119 per hour. No plugins, updates or logins for you to deal with.

Why not just use a website builder?

Website builders charge monthly fees forever, often load slowly and look like everyone else's. A custom website is faster, more secure, ranks better on Google and belongs 100 % to you.

Is local SEO included?

Every website gets SEO basics: clean structure, meta data, structured data, fast load times and a sitemap. With Standard and up we also optimize for your city and service area, and Google Business Profile setup is available as an add-on.

Can a studio in Germany work with a US business?

Yes. We work fully remotely by video call, phone, email and WhatsApp, in English. Frankfurt is 6 hours ahead of Eastern Time, so calls happen in your morning.

How does payment work?

After the strategy call you get a binding flat-price quote in US dollars. Once you accept, you receive the invoice and pay by international bank transfer; we start as soon as it's paid and your content is ready. As a German small business (§ 19 UStG), we don't charge VAT.

Do I need a maintenance plan after launch?

No, it's optional. Your website runs without a maintenance contract. A plan makes sense if you update things often or just want it handled.

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Let's get your website working for you.

Tell us about your business and your goals. You'll get a personal reply within 24 hours and a suggested time for a free strategy call in your morning.

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