Web Design FAQ's

Our goal is to help you, the customer, understand all of the aspects of web development that may assist you in determining which web design company best fits your company's needs. Please use this Frequently Asked Questions page as a tool to assist you in the web development process.


How is DuBose Web Group different from other companies?

Our team integrates exceptional customer service with our expertise in website development as we individually take time to ensure that we build the most effective website for your intended audience.  Read What our customers have to say

Why do I need a website?  Back to Top

A website provides information and represents your organization with professionalism and credibility. Targeted audiences can explore your business, services, and products in the privacy of their homes or business offices.

What is a domain and why do I need one?  Back to Top

Every website must have a domain. Think of this as the address for people to find your website on the Internet (e.g., www.yourwebsite.com). DuBose Web Group takes care of your domain registrations for new and existing web sites.

What is web hosting?  Back to Top

Every website needs a home on the Internet - a place for your domain name, web page files, and graphics to reside. Essentially, you rent web space through a hosting company. Most hosting companies offer monthly, quarterly, and yearly packages. But don't worry, we'll do all of this!

The Web Design Process and Methodologies  Back to Top

  1. Identify Needs: Determination of project organizational requirements and specifications.
  2. Conceptualization: Application of knowledge, skill, and experience to discover and implement a design strategy that will best meet the specific needs of your organization.
  3. Implementation. Implementation and completion of project variables.
  4. Deployment. Prior to going live, DuBose Web Group and the customer will thoroughly test the website.
  5. Measurement. The objective of this stage is to ensure that, through effective quantitative measurement methods, the new site is performing in accordance to the objectives set forth during the Discovery phase. An Internet Marketing strategy should be executed, which will significantly increase qualified traffic and lead to greater awareness and increased customer acquisition. Read about effective Internet Marketing >>

I want to update my own website — Content Management  Back to Top

We create customized content management tools for your organization that allows you to update your own website. This web-based application takes the hassle away from having to contact an external webmaster for website updates! Our web content management tools put you in the driver’s seat and give you control of your site, allowing you to quickly have control of your investment. read more

How will people find my website on the Internet?  Back to Top

Having a visually appealing website is only half the battle of establishing your presence on the Internet. If potential customers cannot find your website on Google, Yahoo, and other high-traffic search engines, your organization is missing out on potential business. DuBose Web Group provides a customized Search Engine Marketing Campaign that will expand the presence of your organization on the Internet for people who are searching for services that your organization offers. Our team has learned the many secrets that result in your website placing highly among search engine results when customers are searching for your services.  read more

Can I measure and track statistics with my website?  Back to Top

Tracking performance and gathering information is mandatory for online success. As a part of your website development, DuBose Web Group installs special coding that tracks every dimension of your website and the visitors that visit it.  View a sample customized report

After my website is built, are there any ongoing fees?  Back to Top

DuBose Web Group promotes an Ongoing Support Service. If your organization chooses this option, it can include:

Why should I hire a professional to build my website?  Back to Top

There are many in the field who represent themselves as web designers. The bottom line is you get what you pay for! Some consultants can create great looking websites; however, no one can find this website when a potential customer is searching for services. Other Internet developers use outdated technology and are unaware of correct syntax and coding that are essential for your website to universally appear on different Internet browsers. Incorrect development of a website can cause many unwanted headaches in the future.

At DuBose Web Group, we employ different experts to find the most effective solution for your website.

How long will it take to build my website?  Back to Top

Our team individually engages each client – one customer at a time – to tailor the right services around the customer’s website needs. Generally, each project takes 2-4 weeks and is individually assessed with an estimated date of completion provided when the customer signs a simple agreement with deposit. The following variables also impact the length of time it takes to build the website:

We consider our work as art and under no circumstances will we sacrifice quality in order to generate more money.

How much will it cost to build my website?  Back to Top

Every website contains different graphics and a great deal of programming in order to effectively reach the intended high quality outcome. After our team carefully examines the extent of your website development, we are able to provide a pricing estimate. You will find our costs to be reasonable and average among most Internet development companies. However, you get what you pay for! Many of our customers are former clients of other web designers who provided these services at a cheaper cost, providing a less effective website.


We are one of seven companies that have been in business since 1986 – more than 22 years!


Located in Columbia, SC, we are a website design and development company specializing in web design, Internet marketing, search engine optimization, and website development for South Carolina businesses and non profit organizations