Birdhouse builds high-performance, professional websites.

We design and build websites for teams who expect more than a template, with performance, search visibility, and reliability built in.

WordPress · Shopify · E-Commerce · SEO · AI-Driven Search

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A better way to build, manage, and support your website.

Most websites are treated like one-off projects. They launch, get handed off, and slowly fall behind until they eventually stop working properly. We take a different approach by staying involved after launch and keeping your site updated, monitored, and supported so it continues to work for your business well beyond launch.

Ready to upgrade to a high-performance, search-optimized website?

Our work includes custom web design, SEO-focused builds, and performance-driven layouts created to support real business goals. Each project balances thoughtful design, clean structure, and solid technical foundations so websites perform well in search and continue to work as they should.

Why businesses choose Birdhouse

I couldn't be more pleased with my experience working with Birdie! She was an absolute pleasure to collaborate with throughout the redesign of my business website. Her guidance on content strategy was invaluable and help…
ed create a fresh, more creative, and engaging look. The finished website exceeded my expectations and truly reflects my vision. I highly recommend Birdie to anyone looking for exceptional web design and creative expertise.

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Birdie and crew were such a joy to work with and so incredibly knowledgeable. They right away made me feel at ease. My website that Birdie designed is beautiful!! I am so pleased and would recommend them to everyone.
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Such a wonderful, fun, easy experience with Birdie and the crew. They brought by website vision to life!
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Fantastic to work with — highly recommend!
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Does incredible work swiftly! Super great communicator and is willing to explain each step and answer every questions. Pricing is fantastic and worth every penny. Highly, highly recommend.
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The professionals at Birdhouse Web Design created a stunning website for me. I brought a concept and an example site that matched the feeling I was going for. Birdie and Britt really listened, and then we had fun collabo…
rating for a bunch of weeks. The outcome is way beyond what I hoped for. The design includes elegant details, a spirit of aliveness, and intuitive navigation. The back end is agile and easy to learn, so I can edit it myself. Birdie also deftly managed the transition of my site maintenance from another company. The collaboration, artistry, technical skill, and personal attention to the project's needs were superb!

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It's never been easier to launch your website.

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Partners we've worked with along the way.

We build strong client relationships based on trust and honesty. You can always count on us to have your back.

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Partners we've worked with along the way.

We build strong client relationships based on trust and honesty. You can always count on us to have your back.

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All-in-one web support. No tech headaches.

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End-to-end Web Design

Birdhouse partners with your team to plan, design, and launch a responsive website that’s easy to manage. Every build focuses on performance, search visibility, and long-term growth.
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E-Commerce & Online Sales

Our team creates secure, high-converting online stores that showcase your products and give customers a smooth shopping experience from start to finish.
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SEO & Digital Marketing

We focus on connecting you with the right audience. Strategic SEO and targeted digital marketing campaigns help your business show up in search and turn interest into measurable growth.
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Website Care & Optimization

Ongoing support keeps your website fast, secure, and running smoothly. Birdhouse handles performance optimization, regular updates, security, backups, and technical support so you can focus on your business.
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Branding, Content & Creative

Birdhouse helps refine your brand identity, define messaging and voice, and design visuals that resonate — building a brand that people remember and trust.
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Websites that are easy to update.

Your team can make everyday content updates without waiting on a developer. When you do need help, we’re here, but you’re never locked out or stuck in a long support queue just to make simple changes.

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Common Questions About Web Design, SEO, and Website Management

Can you redesign or take over my existing website to improve performance, SEO, and design? Yes. We take over WordPress, Shopify, and custom websites to fix issues, speed up page load, refresh design, and improve search visibility.

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Yes. Many clients come to us with a website built by someone else that needs better results. We start with an audit of hosting, security, theme or apps, site structure, page speed, accessibility, and on-page SEO. Then we stabilize what works, remove bloat, and modernize the design for a faster, more usable, better converting website. A full rebuild is only recommended when it’s clearly the smarter investment. Most websites can be improved in place with a phased plan that delivers quick wins. We also set up analytics tracking so you can measure improvements in traffic, rankings, and conversions. Learn more about our website redesign approach and process, or explore Website Support, Maintenance & Security for ongoing care.

How much does it cost to build or manage a website? Custom website design and development starts around $4,500, with ongoing care plans from $79 per month.

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Our website design packages are structured across three tiers so you can match the investment to your goals. Essential Website starts at $4,500, Growth Website starts at $12,500, and Advanced Website starts at $22,500. Each package includes custom WordPress design, responsive development, on-page SEO, and launch support. Higher tiers add more pages, product or catalog templates, enhanced forms, full eCommerce setup, brand refresh or rebrand, advanced SEO, and custom integrations. You can review package details and compare features on our Web Design & Development page. For ongoing care after launch, our Managed Services plans keep your site secure, updated, and optimized with backups, monitoring, and support tailored to your needs.

What’s included in website management or maintenance? Regular updates, backups, performance monitoring, and security protection are all part of our plans.

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Our Website Support, Maintenance & Security plans cover everything needed to keep your website healthy and secure. Every plan includes updates, backups, malware protection, uptime monitoring, and performance optimization. Higher tiers add on-page SEO, monthly analytics reports, and dedicated content or edit time. We handle all the technical upkeep, including WordPress and plugin updates, PHP version management, security patches, and load speed improvements, so your team can focus on running the business while your website stays fast, safe, and visible in search.

Can you fix issues or errors on my existing website? Yes. We repair slow load times, broken layouts, plugin conflicts, and other technical problems that affect performance.

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Yes. We troubleshoot and repair websites that aren’t working properly, whether you’re dealing with broken layouts, plugin conflicts, hosting issues, or security warnings. We specialize in resolving speed, performance, and functionality problems on WordPress, Shopify, and custom websites. We’ll audit your site to identify the root cause, fix or replace problem plugins, clean up code, and optimize load speed. If you’ve inherited a website that’s buggy or difficult to maintain, we can stabilize it and set you up with an ongoing Website Support & Maintenance plan.

How long does it take to design and build a website? Depending on the project’s size, content, and features, we can launch a new website within 6–12 weeks.

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Many of our custom websites launch within 6 to 12 weeks. Timelines vary based on content readiness, feedback, and features such as eCommerce, custom functionality, or third-party integrations. Smaller websites can move quickly once the content is approved, while larger projects may require additional time for development, testing, and revisions. Before the project begins, we provide a detailed schedule outlining each phase, from design and development through testing and launch, so you always know what comes next. Learn more about our web design and development process and what to expect from kickoff to launch.

Do you work with WordPress, Shopify, or other website platforms? Yes. We specialize in WordPress and Shopify and also support select custom-built websites.

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Yes. We build, manage, and optimize websites on WordPress and Shopify. We also support select custom or hybrid environments when they align with your goals. Our approach is to match the platform to your business needs, not force your website into a one-size-fits-all setup. Whether you need a fully custom WordPress site, a conversion-focused Shopify store, or help improving an existing setup, we make sure it’s fast, secure, and easy to manage. Explore our Website Design & Development services to see how we tailor each project.

Will I be able to update my website myself after it’s launched? Yes. Every website we build includes an easy-to-use content editor so you can make changes anytime.

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Yes. Every website we build includes a visual editor that makes it easy to update text, swap images, or add new pages, no coding required. We also provide training to help you get comfortable managing your own content. If you’d rather stay focused on your business, we can manage everything for you through one of our Website Support & Maintenance plans, which include edits, updates, and monthly optimization.

Do I need ongoing website support after launch? Yes. Regular updates, security, and speed optimization keep your website running smoothly.

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Yes. A live website still needs attention after launch to stay fast, secure, and reliable. Our Website Support, Maintenance & Security plans cover plugin and platform updates, backups, malware protection, and speed optimization. Staying on a managed plan ensures your site performs well in search and gives you peace of mind knowing everything behind the scenes is monitored and maintained.

Can you manage everything for me, or do I need to be involved in the website process? We handle design, development, hosting, SEO, and support—your involvement is as much or as little as you’d like.

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We manage the entire process from strategy, design, and development to hosting, SEO, and ongoing support, while keeping you involved at key decision points. You’ll have input on goals, visuals, and content, but we handle the heavy lifting. If you prefer a hands-off experience, we can manage everything for you under a Website Support & Maintenance plan, ensuring your site stays updated, secure, and optimized.

What’s the first step if I want to work with Birdhouse? Start by scheduling a quick meeting to talk through your goals.

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The best way to get started is to reach out to us and tell us about your project. We’ll discuss your goals, timeline, and budget, then follow up with a clear proposal outlining scope, pricing, and next steps.

Common web project questions. Clear, no-fluff answers.