Web Design in Cork

Morally yes, legally increasingly so — several markets now enforce accessibility standards (WCAG) for business websites, and lawsuits and fines are real in some countries. Practically: proper headings, alt text, keyboard navigation and color contrast cost little at build time and a lot to retrofit. Ask your designer to build to WCAG 2.1 AA.

One page: what the business does, the site's single main goal (calls, bookings, orders), the pages you need, 2-3 example sites you like and why, your content status (ready or needed), deadline, and budget range. Sharing your real budget gets you an honest proposal instead of a guessing game.

Usually not — most quotes assume you supply finished text and images. Professional copywriting and a photo shoot are typically separate line items that can add 20-50% to a project. Stock photos and designer-polished draft text are the common middle ground; agree this explicitly before signing.

Five that separate pros from dabblers: Can I see 3 live sites you built and still maintain? Who actually does the work — you or subcontractors? Will I own the domain, hosting and code? What's included in the price and what costs extra? What happens if I want changes after launch?

Freelancers typically charge €40-120/hr, with 5-page small-business sites at €1,500-7,000 and e-commerce from €4,000. Dublin agency rates run noticeably above regional freelancers.

Local Enterprise Offices co-fund up to €2,500 (50% match) for small businesses adding online trading — typically covering e-commerce builds, booking systems or digital marketing setup. You apply and attend a short information session before the build starts, so plan it into your project timeline.