Does it pay to stay local when choosing a London Web Designer?

When looking for a London web design company, you would be forgiven for narrowing down your search to companies located within the M25. And why wouldn’t you? Many businesses enjoy working with local suppliers. Yet when it comes to staying loyal to London businesses, is this unnecessarily impacting your wallet when it comes to web design?

London Agencies - Great Solutions, Poor Value?

This blog is in no way intended to besmirch the quality of work produced by top London web design agencies. 

We have seen firsthand the outstanding digital work that London agencies do. As a business that thrives off of collaboration, we are proud to have worked with many top agencies on joint projects. London is home to many talented web designers, and you will likely receive a fantastic new website from many of the excellent agencies located within the capital.

However, if you want to create a website, it can be time consuming and/or expensive, so it's worth doing some due-diligence and checking out the value of London web agencies.

But will you receive good value for money from your investment?

The sad reality for London-based web designers is that they face extortionate fixed costs that must be passed on to you, the customer. When you hire a London web design agency, you aren’t just paying for their expertise and creativity. You are also paying for:

• Expensive commercial rent on their central London office

• Private housing costs for all the employees 

• Costly travel expenses for the employees to commute into the city centre

Ask yourself this, do any of these fixed costs bring in extra value for you?

Should you pay the London premium?

In today's digital age, physical location matters less than ever before. Thanks to advancements in technology and communication tools, working with a web design agency based slightly further afield doesn't mean sacrificing quality. 

With video conferencing, cloud sharing platforms and instant messaging apps, it is easier than ever to stay connected and collaborate effectively.

Introducing Made Simple Media - London Service, Rural Pricing

Based in West Sussex, we at Made Simple Media pride ourselves on delivering top-tier design and customer care akin to what you'd expect from a high-end London agency. We take the time to understand your business objectives, address your concerns and provide ongoing support every step of the way. With a dedicated team by your side, you can rest assured that your project is in good hands from start to finish.

How we can help London businesses

Whether you're a startup looking to take your first steps online or an established business seeking a digital refresh, Made Simple Media offers a range of digital services designed to help you survive and thrive, including:

• Web design

• SEO

• Social Media

• Copywriting

• Consulting

• Hosting

• Recruitment agency solutions

• Ecommerce

• Charity websites

Our pricing is designed to be accessible to businesses of all sizes. By operating outside of the capital, we are able to keep our overheads low and pass those savings directly onto you. This means you can enjoy the same level of service you'd find in London, but at a fraction of the cost.

Are you looking for revolution or evolution?

London is undoubtedly a global hub of creativity and innovation.

If you are looking to revolutionise the digital presence of your industry, then hiring a bespoke London agency may well be the right decision for you and your business. 

But what about the other 99% of businesses, who are seeking a new website because they want to launch a new feature, be found by new customers, or even just to refresh an ageing design?

If your business falls under this category, we are here to help you. 

Prioritising good old-fashioned customer service and offering a highly competitive hourly rate for our level of expertise, Made Simple Media are here to help your London business take your next steps online.

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