What Should a Website Cost for a Small Business?
Honest 2026 pricing for small-business websites — what's reasonable, what's a rip-off, and what you should actually expect at each tier.
DIY: $0–$500. Freelancer one-pager: $500–$2,500
Typical ranges
DIY: $0–$500. Freelancer one-pager: $500–$2,500. Professional small-business site: $2,500–$8,000. Custom builds: $8,000+. Our packages sit in the small-business sweet spot.
What drives the price
Page count, custom design vs templated, content creation, integrations, and ongoing support. For deeper detail, see How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Web Designer?.
Can you go cheaper?
Yes — see Can I Get a Professional Website on a Small Budget?. Just know what you're trading.
Get a real quote
Contact us for a transparent quote based on your project — or compare against our published packages.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a professional small business website cost in Canada?
Most small business websites in Canada cost between $1,500 and $8,000 for a one-time build, or $23–$95 per month on a managed plan. See our current packages for exact pricing.
How long does it take to build a new website?
A typical small business website takes 2–4 weeks from kickoff to launch. Larger custom builds with e-commerce or booking systems usually take 4–8 weeks.
Do you handle hosting and ongoing maintenance?
Yes. Every Cloud Peak Solutions plan includes hosting, SSL, backups, security updates, and monthly content edits so your site stays fast and secure.
About the Author
This article was written by the team at Cloud Peak Solutions, a Vancouver-based web design and digital marketing agency helping small businesses across Canada and the US get more customers online through professional web design, local SEO, and Google Business Profile management. Learn more at cloudpeak.solutions.
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