Small Business Website Design That Delivers
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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The proof is in the pudding...
Let's see what our clients have to say
"Working with Sam was super easy from start to finish. When he showed me the website I was blown away. I've definitely noticed more leads since launching the site and a higher closing rate because my clients can trust me right away. I had to have Sam set up a spreadsheet to track all my inquiries since I was getting too many leads."
–Jules Butler, Butler Yardcare"Sam created a beautiful website for me. I thought it was stunning — I really didn't expect a website for a construction company to be that beautiful."
–Tim Smith, Hoplite Builders"Both my businesses' websites are managed by Esker Designs — I couldn't just have one, I had to have two! Sam makes the process so seamless, and not only does the site look great, but he will also help you get Google reviews. We received 13 reviews within the first month of being in business."
–Moxie, Upland Coffee"Before working with Sam, my website didn't truly reflect my business. It wasn't bringing in the kinds of leads I needed, but Sam completely changed that. He didn't just build a website — he built something that actually worked for my business."
–Shelly Bogue, Five Star Cleaning Services
Watch How We Build Websites That Work
See the difference a hand-coded website can make for your business. No page builders, no templates – just clean, efficient code built to convert.
Custom Websites Built From Scratch
No templates. No page builders. Just clean, efficient code that delivers blazing-fast websites for contractors and small businesses. Each site is built from the ground up with perfect Google speed scores.
Custom website for a Burlington, VT painting contractor built around their philosophy of "Clarity Over Urgency. Craft Over Compromise." Designed to showcase their meticulous prep work and long-lasting finishes.
01NorthWood Painting Company
Hand-coded site for a family-owned painting company in Woodstock, VT run by brothers Jackson and Christian. Built to reflect their reliable, quality-first approach to handling Vermont's demanding climate.
02Peak Painting
Custom website for a licensed painting contractor in Burlington, VT serving Chittenden County. Designed to highlight their transparent pricing and meticulous preparation process.
03Summit Pro Painting
Full custom website for a Vermont construction company specializing in ADUs, custom homes, and green renovations. Features their design-first system with transparent, fixed-price contracts.
04Rutland Build
Custom site for a family-owned roofing contractor in Vergennes, VT specializing in premium metal roofing systems. Built to showcase their expertise in solving Central Vermont's harsh climate challenges.
05Metal Vista Roofing
Design-focused website for a hardwood flooring company in Fairfield County, CT with 15+ years experience and a perfect 5/5 Google rating. Built to convert visitors into estimate requests.
06Lotus Wood Flooring
We Handle Your Website So You Can Handle Business
At Esker Designs, 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.
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Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
We use professional keyword research tools to create your content to make sure your website is easy for search engines to find. That way, more people can discover your business.
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Mobile 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.
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Lightning 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.
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Vermont 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.
Hosting Fees Included- 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.
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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 $275 /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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