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If you’re in the market for a new or updated website, chances are the first step you will take after jotting down your ideas and specifications is to approach a range of businesses to get a WordPress Web Design Quote.

We’ll get in quick here and let you know that we’d love to quote on your project.

You can get started by contacting us for a free quote and project proposal.

Our Guide to Reviewing a WordPress Web Design Quote

If you’re shopping around, we’ve made a list of the top things we think you should see in a quote, along with a few items to check out to make sure you’ll be getting exactly what you wanted.

A solid quote is usually accompanied by a proposal or an extra level of project detail.

Your WordPress quote should help you to do the following:

Define the problem. What’s wrong, broken, requires an update, or needs fixing? If it’s a redesign, map out why the site is being revised. If it’s a new website – what is the overall goal?

Outline a solution. How will the website address your problem? You’d expect an overview here and hopefully a few technical details to help you compare apples with apples.

Outline the approach. What approach does your provider intend to take? Are they focussed on the technical aspects, or the design? Will they use data or competitor information to inform your plans? Do you get a feeling that they have a clear vision to move forward? Have they accounted for all the factors that you need covered?

Clarify the deliverables. This could describe exactly what you will receive, in what format, and how many revisions/changes are provided. What is the finished project? What will be provided along the way? Are there specific timeframes that must be met? This is the most important section of any WordPress Web Design Quote.

Set a timeframe. Can you pencil in a start date? If not, roughly how long will the project be expected to take? Are there any deadlines that must be met?

Define the Terms and Conditions. There should be a specific set of terms and conditions that your website developer operates by. This may include rights, responsibilities, payment terms, ownership, warranties, fees. Make sure you feel comfortable with these terms and conditions. Some providers’ WordPress web design packages require you to commit to high monthly fees and even though the software is open source, they may require additional fees if you wish to move to a new provider.

Feel confident in your choice of provider. Does the provider have insurance? Do they provide any kind of warranty or guarantee of their skills and services? What are your options if you’re not happy with their work?

Get specific. Every project is different, but here are some items to be aware of in a WordPress web design or development quote. Are these included in the price? Do you need them? Why? If you don’t want/need them now, can you add them in future if required?

Check the specs:

• Content loading, creation or editing
• Logo or graphic design
• Email newsletter sign up and which email newsletter system to use
• Does this include creating a branded HTML email template
• Search Engine Optimisation – is any provided? Just the basiscs? A DIY plugin?
• How will a redesign be managed so as not to disrupt existing SEO and Google rankings?
• Advanced SEO – what happens if you need it?
• Social media account integration
• Sign up forms, contact forms
• Google Analytics and tagging key goal conversions
• Blog – is it included and optimised for SEO?
• Ecommerce – do you need to take payments, sell products, or manage bookings on your website?
• Security – what security features will be put in place? What backup systems exist so that you can get your website back if something goes wrong?
• Site speed – will any features be put in place to enhance website speed?
• Mobile responsiveness – this should be standard on any new website now but it pays to double check exactly what you’ll be getting.
• What kind of hosting will you get? What happens if your website outgrows your hosting or traffic allowance?
• How will ongoing updates be managed? WordPress is updated frequently and your theme and any plugins used will also need to be updated. It’s always best to get your WordPress provider to manage these in case something breaks. How will this work be billed?

Take the next steps. A solid WordPress web design quote should outline what you’ll need to do next. Do you need to book a meeting? Pay a deposit? Fill out some forms? Reply in writing? Book in your project start date? What if you have more questions?

Is there anything we’ve missed here? What features make a quote stand out to you? Are there things you think that are missing on WordPress web design quotes? Do they leave you with questions? We’d love to hear your thoughts. Email us or drop a line here to let us know.

What does a website cost these days in New Zealand? Costs for website design and development in NZ can vary widely. A lot of web design companies will respond with a “how long is a piece of string?” type of answer, but we’d like to give you some specifics!

WordPress Website Costs in NZ
While it’s true that websites can range from the very affordable (even free!) to hundreds of thousands of dollars, our research has found that most WordPress based websites will sit in the $700 – $5,000 range.

A heavily customised WordPress website will cost more. Basically, the more features you add, the higher the costs will be. Adding Ecommerce features, making big changes to a theme or adding a lot of plugins can double or triple the cost of a basic website.

We are finding that a lot of people would just like a basic web presence, that they can add to later on, when time and budget allows. But for them, the most important thing is to just get started. We agree! There are many reasons that just getting started is the best idea (SEO included), so we’ve tried to make it easy.

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What else is included in the website cost?
Please read the details of each package above to see what is included in the website cost given.

It’s important to work out exactly what is, and isn’t included in your website cost before you start. If you assumed something was part of the deal and your web designer hasn’t specified it, then you could be in for extra charges when you need that work carried out.

Some platforms, software and technologies used in NZ for web design require licence fees. This means that you pay a premium to use them, or you pay your web developer more because they have to pay for an expensive licence.

We choose WordPress websites which are industry standard open source to help keep website costs down for our clients.

No locked-in contracts

Unlike in-house developed systems and CMSs, our work is based on open source WordPress. This means you don’t pay license fees that many in-house systems require. You can also take your website to any web designer in future and have them make changes for you as WordPress is a globally supported system. If you want to move to a different web design company at any time – you can, and you can take your website with you.

What is not included in the website cost?
WordPress Hosting and domains

Hosting is required to connect your website to the internet. This usually ranges from $10 – $40 per month (+GST) depending on the requirements of your website. We can help you choose a hosting company that best fits your needs.

You will also need a domain name for your website. If you don’t already have one, we can arrange it for you. Domain names usually cost between $30 – $50 per year.

Stock photos or graphics

If you need to purchase stock photos, graphics or videos for your website, these will be charged for on top of the website cost.

Purchasing plugins or third party software

Some plugins and software add-ons are free, but many come with an additional cost. Keep this in mind if there is a specific plugin or type of functionality you wish to achieve.

What’s the difference between the two WordPress options anyway? Well there’s a big difference and there are pros and cons whichever one you pick! We’ve put together a summary of the main differences between WordPress.org and WordPress.com for you below.

Remember that you can switch from WordPress.com to WordPress.org without losing your blog – but you do need to do it carefully!

What is WordPress.org?

This is also called Self Hosted WordPress, because to use it, you need to have your own hosting account with all the WordPress files and database stored on it. This can require some technical knowledge, however many hosting companies are making this easier and easier to achieve if you want to DIY and you’re not into the tech side of things.

This means:

• your WordPress website is under your control and you can manage the hosting yourself
• you can add plugins to your website
• you can add Ecommerce modules (like WooCommerce)
• you can add any theme you like and even create a custom theme for your website
• and basically you (or your developer) has full control over adding, fixing and changing things on your website.

The cons are:

• you need to keep an eye on all the hosting, updates and plugins yourself
• you need to be running backups in case something goes wrong
• you’re responsible for any problems that arise with your website
• so all up – you’ll need a bit of tech knowledge, or you’ll need to work with a developer know knows their way around WordPress.

What is WordPress.com?

WordPress.com is a basic version of the WordPress software, and it includes hosting your website.  This is great for getting started, or for if you don’t like to dabble in the techy or coding side of things, but want to get set up quickly, easily and for free.

It’s not entirely free though because as soon as you want to add or improve functionality, you’ll need to move to a paid plan and these can get expensive pretty quickly.

Many bloggers find that WordPress.com is a great place to start out and grow their fledgling blog, but they will get to a point where they need more control, more options and more features – that’s when they switch to WordPress.org and a fully customised blog.  Or if they want to start selling things, creating membership areas, or building new ways of engaging with the blogging audience – that’s the time to switch too.

What you get with WordPress.com:

• quick and easy set up
• free for basic features
• a large community of people helping for free int he forums
• hosting and security is all covered for you

The cons are:

• you can only choose from one of a few themes and they can’t be customised
• no plugins
• no Ecommerce
• no membership areas, digital downloads, or advanced features
• expensive to get more features
• limited options for your blog
• doesn’t work well as a regular website as it’s designed for blogging

How do I choose between them?

Hopefully the info above combined with a few Google searches will help you decide what’s best for you.  Think about your budget, the stage your blog or business is at, how tech-savvy are you (or do you want to be)?

• If you’re just starting out with a blog, with no budget and no tech knowledge – then WordPress.com is definitely the one for you!
• If you need certain features, plugins, Ecommerce, memberships, or a particular look and feel for your brand, then WordPress.org is your only option.
• Remember that you can switch from WordPress.com to WordPress.org at any stage – as long as you approach it carefully, you won’t be at risk of losing your hard work.

 

Have you set up your WordPress Blog SEO yet? Is your blog getting found in Google search? You might wonder how other blogs come up top in the search results and yours doesn’t – what you need is some SEO for your blog.

SEO stands for Search Engine Optimisation. To get it right really takes a lot of work – people don’t get ranked well in search results by accident! It is the product of knowing what to do and getting it done right. It’s a huge field to cover, so we’ll just give a quick overview here and focus on the three main things you need to do to set up your blog SEO.

If you’re interested in learning more and really taking your blog SEO to the next level, then you might like to download our SEO 101 checklist, or join our SEO Bootcamp.

WordPress SEO basics
Now WordPress as a blogging platform is already set up well for SEO. But there are technical things that need to be in place and all themes are unfortunately not built the same from an SEO point of view. Here are a few things to start with:

Site Title (Go to Settings > General > Site Title) needs to contain your keywords, not just the name of your business. But it can’t be too long or spammy – make sure it is readable and makes sense to people, as well as containing one or two keywords about what you do.
Permalinks (Go to Settings > Permalinks) should use Post name or even better, use this custom structure: /%category%/%postname%/, make sure you save and check that everything is working well after doing this.
Search Engine Visibility (Go to Settings > Reading) make sure this box is NOT CHECKED – otherwise it will discourage Google from ranking your website.
An <h1> tag on the home page that uses your keywords. This may come with your theme, but if not – you might be able to add an <h1> tag using the page editor. If you’re not sure how to check for tags, right click on your home page and choose ‘View source’. Look through the code for a title with the code <h1> </h1> around it. There should be only one on the page and it should be the main title AND use your keywords.
There are hundreds of other items to check in a full SEO audit of your website, but these will get you started!
WordPress SEO Plugin
While there are many SEO plugins out there for WordPress, the best one to choose is by Yoast. Are you using it yet? (Go to Plugins > Installed Plugins and look for Yoast SEO).

Go through the set up steps and then use the traffic light system to check EVERY blog post and page on your website and improve as many of the items as you can. Sometimes it’s just about ensuring that you have the right keywords in the right places, other times it might be that you’ve forgotten to add alt text to each of your images. Yoast SEO plugin will find them all!

Also – make sure that you set up the Meta description for each post. This doesn’t influence SEO, but it is the FIRST THING people see when they see your site in a Google search result. So make sure it’s something that tells them about the page or post and why they need to read it! To find it, scroll to the bottom of the post, click “Edit snippet” in the SEO section and write a custom Meta Description. You can also edit the SEO title here – make sure it includes your keywords!

Using the right keywords in your blog posts
I’ve already mentioned keywords a few times and chances are, you’ll already know how important they are. But you may not have had the chance to think them through or to make sure that they’re appearing int he right places on your website or blog.

Keywords are the words that describe what you do – this mean the words that you want people to use when they search to find YOU! Sometimes this includes your brand name, but often it will include more generic words that tell people about what your website is about.

The trick with keywords is not to make them too broad. If you sell kids clothes, think about how many thousands of website in the world that also sell kids clothes! So using the keywords ‘kids clothes’ might see you lost in a sea of other websites, never to make it to page one. What you need is to think specifically about the terms your customers will be using and try to build those into your keywords. So you might choose ‘kids clothes nz’ or ‘hand made kids clothes’ to distinguish what you’re offering.

Start with a list of AT LEAST 20 keywords. See what comes up when you search for them. Can you find your website? You might need to go back a few pages… If they’re too generic, cross them off the list and start with some more.

Now you have a list, you need to make sure that you have one page or post on your website or blog that focuses on EACH of your keywords. Focus on one keyword per page or post. This might mean that you need to write new pages or posts just to accommodate a keyword. Go ahead and do it! Use the Yoast SEO plugin to grade each page and post for it’s keyword and make the suggested changes – see if you can get all the traffic lights to go green!

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While the physical Vape Shop has closed its doors for the time being, it’s still a delight to visit and try out the vaporizers and other merchandise. In fact, there are so many new products in the market that even those who haven’t been keeping up with the latest trends can find something of interest. And you can also now get all the services from your local Vapor Shop such as advice on which specific products will be good for you, delivery and even after sales service.

The Vapor Shop NZ is one of the most popular places to go to. The friendly ambiance, the knowledgeable staff and of course, the various options and merchandise always make it a great experience. So if you’re looking to buy vapour equipment, you might want to consider visiting the Vapor Shop NZ.

The vaporizers and other merchandise at Vapor Shop NZ have everything you need to start enjoying an electronic cigarette experience. If you’ve tried smoking with traditional cigarettes but they made you cough, then you’ll find what Vapor Shop NZ has to offer is exactly what you need. You can choose from a wide array of electronic products that can give you the perfect smoking experience without causing harm to your body. They also offer a great variety that will make sure you find the product that’s best suited for you.

The Vapor Shop is located in the central city in Wellington, New Zealand. There is a wide selection of specialty shops scattered throughout the city. For example, you will not only find the Vapor Shop but also The Big Easy Vapor Bar, Cool Mist Cafe, Blue Carafe Coffee, Vapor Chef, Cravings Confectionery and so many more. If you love coffee, then you can experience all of the different beverages offered at the Vapor Shop. It’s also where you can enjoy your meals and purchase anything from sandwiches, muffins, tea to doughnuts and much more. The shop offers a wide range of items that you can find enticing and tempting.

It doesn’t matter whether you are a beginner or a veteran, you are guaranteed to get the worth of your money when you visit the Vapor Shop. The friendly ambiance, friendly salesperson and the variety of products they have to offer will make your experience an unforgettable one. Some of their more popular products include the Vape Melaleuca, the Melaleuca Hydramarine and the Melaleuca Platinum. You will also find e-juice, gum, lotions, sprays, creamers and other merchandise that will add flavor to your lifestyle.

Most customers come in for an introductory tasting only and then decide if they want to continue with their subscription. In this way, the shop provides additional profits to keep the doors open. The friendly, helpful staff is always ready to answer questions and assist customers with their selections. You might find yourself browsing the Internet before actually making your selection. Their Internet section allows customers to find reviews, prices and even links to their catalogs.

You can also enjoy special discounts and freebies. While you are there, take advantage of the opportunity to buy one of their newer creations, including the Vaporsnow. If you like fruit but not really into smoking tobacco or cigars, try the Fruit Flavored Vaporizer. This vaporizer is not only great tasting, but it also tastes good as well.

Stop by at the Vape Shop NZ any day of the week, to smell the sweet aromas wafting from the friendly and helpful Vapor Train Man. You will probably find that he is very knowledgeable about what he has to offer and will be glad to share it with his customers. He is open every day Monday to Saturday, so come check out the shop if you have the opportunity. You won’t be disappointed and you’ll have the chance to experience all sorts of great new flavors. As long as you are aware of vaporizer sizes, you should have no problem finding the perfect size for you.

 

Cash For Cars Hamilton, cash for car repairs is the most excellent in the area. You could sell your scrap vehicle to them without any hassle. They quote you a price considering the make, year, model, brand and condition of your vehicle.

This service is offered by specialized car wreckers Hamilton that is entrusted with the repairing of your damaged car. They quote a fair price based on the condition, size and type of your vehicle. The majority of their vehicles are customized to get the best out of your vehicle so as to make it look great. There is a wide variety of vehicles, they are able to take including sports cars, racing vehicles, high performance vehicles, classic cars and many more types.

Most of the car wreckers Hamilton offers money for car parts that are used in your cars. These include used engine parts that are still in perfect working condition. They also provide you with car wrecker parts for those damaged cars that need to be scrapped. Scrappers often have no other choice but to give up their salvaged cars because of their poor condition.

They have an eco-friendly approach for recycling by using the latest technologies in auto body repair and collision repair. With their state-of-the-art tools and high-tech equipment, they are able to fix all kinds of damaged cars that you may have in your garage or side yard. Their technicians are able to make your car look like brand new again. This is a very cost effective way of making your old cars look better than ever. Most of these car wreckers Hamilton use new technology for the old cars to make them look better and to maximize safety.

To top it off, there are also some nice benefits for your vehicle from the top ranked car wreckers Hamilton. Through the Cash For Car Parts program, you can receive instant cash paid for your damaged or salvage vehicle through the repair department. The repair department at Hamilton will send an authorized representative to assess your vehicle and determine the best solution to get rid of your old car. You will then receive the appropriate amount of money in the form of a cashier’s check.

In addition, the company also specializes in Waikato Region. They have a fleet of trucks and vans, which carry out different kinds of duties in the Waikato Region. The company has a number of different kinds of trucks including big trucks to carry large loads of cement in bulk. In addition, they also have some 4WD vans available for loading and unloading materials. These four wheelers can help you move heavy materials from place to place in the Waikato Region.

Apart from all these kinds of trucks and vans, the Hamilton used auto parts factory also produces some specialty types of used auto parts. Some of the popular categories include marine components, industrial automotive components, off-road parts and many more. This factory produces all kinds of truck and van parts used for different kinds of commercial and personal purposes.

If you have any problems with your car or other vehicle, you can always seek the assistance of Hamilton, New Zealand. The company offers a variety of services including classic car removal, vehicle recovery and mobile detailing. However, if you hire any of their commercial vehicles, you will not be charged with any removal fees. Therefore, you can enjoy a clean and trouble-free life at all times. So, if you need a safe, quick and easy way to remove all kinds of damage from your vehicles, choose Hamilton, New Zealand.

The choice of a teapot is a significant part of the tea ritual. Drinking tea is a time for slowing down and appreciating the ritual, so it’s important to choose an object you like to use. It should also be appropriate for the number of people you plan to serve and the size of teacups you plan to use. The best materials for teapots are glass, porcelain, and glazed ceramic, as they will protect the tea’s oils and prevent flavor transfer.
Materials used to make teapots

The materials used to make teapots vary greatly. Some are made of glass and other materials are ceramic or porcelain. The type of material used does not affect the quality of the teapot. However, ceramic or porcelain teapots should be handled carefully. In addition, the glaze is an important factor because it acts as a waterproof barrier and can be used for a wide range of teas.

Teapots NZ have been used for centuries in different cultures. In Turkey, for example, the teapot is called a caydanlik. This type of teapot has a kettle on the bottom that is used to boil water and a teapot on top for steeping the tea. This style of teapot is renowned for producing a strong black tea. Once tea made its way to Europe, Europeans started to manufacture teapots for everyday use. These pots were made of porcelain and were decorated with beautiful designs.
Styles of teapots

There are different styles of teapots, and choosing one that reflects your style can help you make the perfect cup of tea. Firstly, there are ceramic and porcelain teapots. The ceramic variety is durable and very versatile. If you are a traditionalist, you can get yourself a ceramic yixing teapot, which will absorb the flavor of your tea. On the other hand, glazed ceramic teapots will not retain the flavor of your tea. Ceramic teapots also offer a high level of aesthetics.

The Art Deco Movement took hold in the 1930s, when teapots were designed as art pieces. They were fashioned in various shapes, including square, oval, and even cube designs. This period saw the rise of the middle class, who wanted to imitate the lifestyle of the upper classes. As a result, the demand for teapots increased and well-known artist merchants began catering to this growing market. In the 1960s, teapots were functional and simple, while in the 1970s, teapots were designed as space capsules or novelty animals.
Taste of tea

It’s no secret that the appearance of your teapot can affect the taste of your tea. The shape of the spout and the number of holes in the spout can affect the brew time of your tea, as well as the speed at which you can pour your tea. A narrow spout with few holes or a wide spout with a large filter will take longer to pour tea from.

The material of the teapot is also an important factor in the tea’s flavor. Glass teapots tend to impart a harsh taste to the drink, while pottery teapots tend to impart a mellow taste. Pottery teapots are also more effective at absorbing interfering flavors and enhancing the taste of sake. They also help to reduce the bitterness of tea, and preserve the umami and sweetness of the tea.
Origin of teapots

Teapots are essential for preparing tea, but aside from serving a functional purpose, they are also beautiful pieces of drink ware. They look perfect on a mantelpiece and have an extensive history. The origin of teapots is rich and exciting. Here’s a brief overview of the evolution of teapots.

Yixing teapots are an ancient Chinese design that were popular during the Ming dynasty. The Yixing style is considered the gold standard of Chinese teapots, and it continues to be produced today.
Maintenance of teapots

The Maintenance of Teapots has left a lot of players angry. Players who had unlocked the Serenitea Pot before the maintenance took place were given compensation in the form of 300 Primogems and 5,000 Realm Currency. However, the community is not happy with this compensation because the maintenance has disrupted their gameplay in almost all instances.

If you want to avoid any possible damage to your teapot, it is best to use natural cleaning products. Baking soda and vinegar are great choices for cleaning the surfaces of most teapots.
Cleaning tips for teapots

For safe and effective cleaning, you can use baking soda or vinegar. These solutions are safe for most surfaces, including teapots. Nevertheless, they can have an unpleasant taste. Before you use these solutions, you should test them on a small area of the teapot first. In any case, it is best to clean your teapot regularly.

After cleaning the teapot, it should be left out overnight to let the excess water evaporate. If the cleaning job is particularly stubborn, you can try a diluted liquid dishwashing detergent. Then, rinse thoroughly.