A Vermont Website Design Agency for Small Businesses
Get a website designed to attract customers, drive business, and impress — all without the burden of upfront costs. We offer 100% hand-coded websites, starting at just 175/month.
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We’re committed to handcrafting superior websites for small business owners in the Mad River Valley, Vermont, and beyond. You deserve a website that shows what makes you special and helps your business thrive.
Custom Website Development
No page builders or WordPress here — every website we create is hand-coded from scratch. We work closely with you to design a site that perfectly captures what makes your business unique.
Read MoreSearch Engine Optimization (SEO)
We have professional copywriters create your content to make sure your website is easy for search engines to find. That way, more people can discover your business.
Read MoreMobile First Design
Most internet browsing is done on phones. That's why we build your site for smaller screens first, keeping things quick and clean. No extra code weighing things down – just a smooth experience, no matter your device.
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Website Management
Enjoy a personalized, hand-coded website that ranks higher in search engines, loads quickly, and meets modern web design standards — all without having to manage it yourself.
Read MoreLightning Fast Page Speeds
We make sure your website is easy for search engines to find so more people can discover your business. Plus, your site will look great and work smoothly on all devices — phone, tablet, or computer.
Read MoreVermont Born & Built
Our development team works right here in Vermont – not outsourced overseas or scattered across time zones. When you need us, we're just down the road.
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Owner & Developer
Custom Website Design - $0 Down, $175 Per Month
Launch a professional 5-page website for your business with no upfront costs. Need more? We can always tailor a custom plan to fit your needs. Esker Designs offers affordable web design for small businesses with no hidden fees.
You own 100% of your domain and content. Plus, cancel anytime with no fees or complications.
Hosting Fees Included
No surprise hosting bills here. Your monthly payment covers everything - one simple fee and we handle the rest.
24/7 Customer Service
Need help at midnight? Our Vermont team actually picks up the phone. Quick help from people who know your business.
Unlimited Edits
Need updates? We'll make changes within 24 hours, as many times as you need. No extra fees - just quick updates when you want them.
Custom Website Development & Design
We spend 40-50 hours crafting your perfect site. Every detail gets our full attention until your website feels exactly right.
Ongoing Website Maintenance
Think of us as your digital handyman. We track performance and make smart tweaks to help you get more customers.
Better Results
Hand-written code means faster sites. Our websites hit 95+ on Google's speed tests, bringing more customers to your business.
- 600K Lines of Code Written
- 100% Happy Customers
- 5/5 Google Reviews

Page Speed Matters Lightning-Fast Websites That Convert
When your website loads instantly, you don't just impress Google - you win customers. Our sites consistently achieve perfect 100/100 speed scores on Google's Page Speed Insights, putting you miles ahead of your competition. While most websites take 3+ seconds to load, ours snap into action in under a second. That's the difference between keeping a customer or losing them to the back button.
Speed isn't just a technical metric - it's money in your pocket. Studies show that even a 1-second delay can reduce conversions by 7%. By building your site with clean, efficient code, we ensure you never lose a customer to slow loading times. From instant-load images to blazing-fast checkouts, every millisecond is optimized to keep your visitors engaged and your business growing.
Schedule a CallHand-Coded Sites That Outperform Page Builders

Custom Vermont Websites Built From Scratch
No templates. No page builders. Just clean, efficient code that delivers blazing-fast websites for Vermont businesses. Each site is built from the ground up with perfect Google speed scores, ensuring your business stands out in both design and performance.
Peak Painting VermontHand-coded website for Vermont painters that perfectly captures their attention to detail. Features smooth animations, instant load times, and strong local SEO optimization.
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Bareroots CounselingClean, professional website for a Vermont therapist focusing on accessibility and user experience. Built with perfect Google speed scores and modern design principles.
02Bareroots Counseling
Alpenglow CounselingA serene and professional website for a Vermont-based therapist specializing in life transitions, anxiety, grief, and trauma.
03Alpenglow Counseling
Peak Pressure WashA lightning-fast website built for a premium pressure washing service in Mississippi. Custom-coded with clean design and perfect speed scores to help them stand out in their local market.
04Peak Pressure Wash
Blueberry Lake Cross CountryCustom website for a historic Vermont ski center featuring 35 kilometers of trails. Built to showcase their 44-year legacy, trail conditions, and easy online booking for passes. Perfect for families and outdoor enthusiasts exploring the Mad River Valley.
05Blueberry Lake Cross Country
Fair Prices. Beautiful Websites.
Need a website that works as hard as you do? We're a Vermont website design team that believes in straightforward pricing and honest work. After helping dozens of local businesses get online, we've learned that good websites don't need expensive price tags – they just need to work right for your business.
Small Business - Starter $175 /month Just getting started and need something professional to make a good first impression? This is the package for you. Our Starter sites include:
- 40+ Hours of Design & Development
- Includes Hosting
- Up to 5 Pages
- +$250 To Add A Blog
- Unlimited Edits
- 24/7 Support
- $100/page One Time Fee after 5
- Page Speed Guarantee
- Recommended
Small Business - Growth $225 /month Perfect for established businesses looking to expand. Get everything in our Starter pack plus additional pages and local SEO services.
- 40+ Hours of Design & Development
- Includes Hosting
- Up to 10 Pages
- Includes an Editable Blog
- Unlimited Edits
- Local SEO Service Pages
- 24/7 Support
- Page Speed Guarantee
- Recommended
Small Business - Starter $3800 Lump Sum Just getting started and need something professional to make a good first impression? This is the package for you. Our Starter sites include:
- Design & Development
- $10/mo hosting
- Up to 5 Pages
- $100/page One Time Fee after 5
- +$250 To Add A Blog
- +$50/mo Unlimited Edits
- 24/7 Support
- Lifetime Updates
- Recommended
Small Business - Growth $5000 Lump Sum Perfect for established businesses looking to expand. Get everything in our Starter pack plus additional pages and local SEO services.
- Design & Development
- $10/mo hosting
- Up to 10 Pages
- $100/page One Time Fee after 5
- +$250 To Add A Blog
- +$75/mo Unlimited Edits
- 24/7 Support
- Lifetime Updates
Trusted Web Designer for Vermont and Beyond
We’ve helped small business owners across Vermont and beyond build the websites they’ve always wanted. At Esker Designs, we’re as committed to our clients as they are to their businesses. When you choose to work with us, you’re not just hiring a web design agency — you’re gaining a dedicated partner invested in your success.
“Sam has done a fantastic job with web design and online ranking of my business! His rates were affordable and his customer service is incredible. Very easy to work with and has the heart of a teacher.”
Cameron Shatswell Owner, Peak Pressure
Wash“Esker shows great awareness to detail, works collaboratively, and delivers a website to suit your needs. I highly recommend Esker Designs for small businesses who want to work with a real person, get real time tech support, and work alongside someone to cultivate their brand in the digital world!”
Moxie Craig Owner, Bareroots Counseling“Sam was fantastic to work with. He has an incredible eye for design and captured exactly what I wanted my website to look like. He has streamlined systems that allow for easy collaboration throughout the process and he was quick to respond throughout the editing stage. I appreciate the option for Sam to make changes to my website as my business grows and shifts. If you're looking for someone to really capture the essence of you and your business, look no further!”
Amber Banta Owner, Alpenglow Counseling
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