Most businesses underestimate what it really takes to keep a website running smoothly. From hosting and renewals to maintenance and compliance, here’s the real picture — and how Nerdifly keeps those costs under control.
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| Topic | Key Data / Takeaway |
|---|---|
| Initial & ongoing website cost ranges | Building a website for small businesses typically costs $500-$3,000, larger/more complex sites go well above that. https://www.business.com/articles/how-much-does-building-a-website-cost/ |
| Monthly running cost floor | Basic hosting + domain can be as low as $5–$30/month for simple sites. https://hosting.com/blog/how-much-does-a-website-really-cost-per-month-2025-guide/ |
| Annual maintenance cost wide range | We should expect from $400 to $60,000/year, depending on site complexity and service level. https://statewp.com/blog/affordable-website-maintenance? |
| Monthly maintenance cost bands | Typical monthly maintenance can run $50-$5,000/mo depending on site type and features. https://statewp.com/blog/affordable-website-maintenance? |
| Hidden costs: security, backups, compliance | ADA compliance audits, security, backups, content updates can add substantial unexpected costs. https://www.ayokay.com/hidden-costs-of-website-ownership/ |
| Hosting / SSL / Domain renewal costs | Domain renewals ~$10-$25/yr, SSL certificates range free up to a few hundred dollars annually depending on level. https://hosting.com/blog/how-much-does-a-website-really-cost-per-month-2025-guide/ |
Initial & ongoing website cost ranges:
Building a website for small businesses typically costs $500–$3,000, larger/more complex sites go well above that.
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Monthly running cost floor:
Basic hosting + domain can be as low as $5–$30/month for simple sites.
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Annual maintenance cost wide range:
We should expect from $400 to $60,000/year, depending on site complexity and service level.
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Monthly maintenance cost bands:
Typical monthly maintenance can run $50–$5,000/mo depending on site type and features.
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Hidden costs: security, backups, compliance:
ADA compliance audits, security, backups, content updates can add substantial unexpected costs.
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Hosting / SSL / Domain renewal costs:
Domain renewals ~$10–$25/yr, SSL certificates range free up to a few hundred dollars annually depending on level.
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We keep ownership costs low by bundling essentials into one streamlined package. Maintenance, updates, and security are built directly into our hosting setup—so you don’t need a separate agency contract just to keep your site online and protected. That means fewer surprise invoices, no nickel-and-diming, and less time spent worrying about tech headaches.
Our hosting and maintenance plans start at just $199/year, covering the core essentials most small businesses need. Compare that to agencies that charge $200+ every month for the same level of service, and the savings add up fast.
Because we operate lean—without the overhead of a large agency—you get the same professional build and long-term reliability at a fraction of the cost. No middle managers, no inflated fees. Just a launch-ready website that’s fast, secure, and designed to grow with your business, without draining your budget year after year.
