Transparent Web Design Pricing - Chicago Website Costs
Stop losing customers to competitors with better websites. Your website should be your #1 salesperson working 24/7.
Choose Your Complete Package
Most clients choose one of these pre-configured packages. Simple, transparent, and proven to work.
(Or scroll down to customize your own package)
Starter Package
Perfect for new businesses getting online
Best for: Restaurants, salons, retail shops
Growth Package
For businesses ready to scale
Best for: Contractors, consultants, service businesses
Domination Package
For competitive industries
Best for: Law firms, med spas, multi-location businesses
Not sure which package is right for you?
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation and we'll recommend the perfect package for your business goals.
Get Free ConsultationNeed a Custom Configuration?
Advanced users can customize their own package by selecting individual tiers below. Most clients choose one of the recommended packages above.
Choose Your Website Package
All packages include Foundation SEO ($2,500 value), custom design, and launch support
Covers custom design, development, Foundation SEO setup, content, and launch. After launch, choose your maintenance and optional SEO Growth plans below.
Get an instant estimate customized to your needs
Website Care Plans
Every website requires ongoing maintenance. Choose the level that fits your needs.
What You're Actually Paying For
Compare the market value of each plan's features against your actual monthly cost
| Service | Starter | Business | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium hosting & SSL | $50/mo | $50/mo | $75/mo |
| Daily backups & monitoring | $20/mo | $30/mo | $50/mo |
| Security monitoring & patches | $15/mo | $15/mo | $25/mo |
| Update requests (dev time @ $100/hr) | $100/mo | $200/mo | $300/mo |
| Support & emergency response | - | $100/mo | $150/mo |
| Analytics & reporting | - | $50/mo | $100/mo |
| Design credits (1/month) | - | - | $200/mo |
| Monthly strategy calls | - | - | $100/mo |
| Proactive optimization & monitoring | - | - | $100/mo |
| Total Market Value | $185/mo | $445/mo | $1,100/mo |
| Your Price | $199 | $299 | $399 |
| You Save | Fair Value | $146/mo | $701/mo 🔥 |
Starter Plan
Essential protection at fair market value
Business Plan ⭐
Save $146/month vs. DIY approach
Executive Plan 🏆
Save $701/month incredible value!
Your Website Launches SEO-Ready
Your site includes Foundation SEO ($2,500 value) from day one: Google Search Console configured, 7 advanced schemas, Google Business Profile optimized, and technical foundation rock-solid.
You'll show up in Google immediately.
Rankings Are a Moving Target
Without ongoing optimization, competitors create new content and pass you, Google updates algorithms and your rankings slip, content becomes outdated, and backlinks decay.
Foundation SEO
Included in Design Fee
Gets you in the game. Your site shows up in Google from day 1.
Growth SEO
Optional Monthly Service
Keeps you winning. You climb higher and beat competitors.
Most clients start with Essential SEO ($399/mo), then upgrade to Growth SEO ($599/mo) a few months later once they see initial results.
Local SEO Boost
Add ongoing SEO to maintain and grow your rankings. Most clients choose Business + Growth = $898/month total
Which Package Is Right For You?
Most popular: Business + Growth = $898/month ($29.93/day)
Starter Package
Perfect for: Restaurants, salons, single-location retail, solo service providers
Average customer value: Under $500
Competition level: Low
You need: Solid online presence
Business + Growth
Perfect for: Plumbers, contractors, CPAs, consultants, boutiques
Average customer value: $500-2,000
Competition level: Moderate
You need: 2-3 extra customers/month = significant ROI
Executive + Domination
Perfect for: Lawyers, med spas, high-end contractors
Average customer value: $2,000+
Competition level: High
You need: 1-2 customers pays for 3-6 months
💰 The ROI Calculator
What's your average customer worth?
Under $500 → Starter
What's your average customer worth?
$500-2,000 → Business + Growth
What's your average customer worth?
$2,000+ → Executive + Domination
Real Talk About SEO Timelines
Months 1-3
Foundation building. Small improvements. Google is "watching".
Months 4-6
Early momentum. Rankings improve. Traffic up 20-40%.
Months 7-12
Real results. Rankings solidify. Traffic up 50-150%.
Year 2+
Compounding returns. Established authority. Consistent leads.
This is why we don't promise #1 rankings in 30 days. We promise sustainable, real growth that lasts.
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
After your site launches, if you're not 100% satisfied within 30 days, I'll refund your entire design fee AND your first month's retainer. No questions asked.
Why? Because I'm confident you'll love your new website and see the value immediately. Zero risk for you. All the risk on me.
Common Questions
Is JJE Digital right for my business?▼
✅ You're a Great Fit If:
- You're serious about growing your business
- You see your website as an investment, not an expense
- You're willing to commit 6-12 months for SEO results
- You value quality over "cheap and fast"
- You want a long-term partner, not a one-time vendor
❌ We're Not a Good Fit If:
- ✗You're looking for the cheapest option
- ✗You want to manage the website yourself
- ✗You need #1 Google rankings by next week
- ✗You're not ready to invest in your business
- ✗You just want a "brochure site" that sits there
If you checked the ✅ boxes, let's talk. If you checked the ❌ boxes, I'm probably not the right fit (and that's okay).
Why is maintenance required?▼
Your website is custom coded using our specialized system, which means you can't edit it yourself like WordPress. All updates, hosting, security, and changes go through us. The maintenance retainer covers this infrastructure and our time to make updates.
Does my site come with SEO?
Yes. Your site launches with Foundation SEO integration (technical setup, schema markup, keyword optimization), but ongoing SEO work is optional. However, rankings naturally degrade without maintenance. Google updates algorithms, competitors improve their sites, and content becomes outdated. Most clients add SEO services to protect their investment.
Can I upgrade or downgrade later?▼
Absolutely. You can switch between maintenance tiers or add/remove SEO services anytime. Many clients start with Starter only, then add Growth SEO a few months later when they see the value.
Can I cancel anytime?▼
Yes. There are no long-term contracts. You can cancel your retainer anytime with 30 days notice. You own your website - we'll provide all files if you decide to move to another hosting provider.
What's included in the one-time design fee?▼
The initial design fee ($2,500-$5,000) covers everything needed to launch: custom design, development, content setup, enterprise technical SEO integration ($2,500 value), Google Business Profile setup, and launch. After launch, monthly retainers cover ongoing maintenance and optional SEO growth.
Ready to Stop Losing Customers?
Book a free 20-minute strategy call. We'll review your current site, your competition, and see if we're a good fit.
No pressure. No BS. Just honest advice.