Building it yourself
Website builders give you a template and a drag-and-drop editor. They can work well if you have the time, an eye for design and a credit card for a monthly bill in US dollars.
- Good: you can start today and change anything yourself.
- Harder: you do the design, writing, photos and Google setup on your own.
- Harder: most charge a monthly plan in US dollars, and features like booking or selling often need a higher plan or paid apps.
- Harder: templates look like templates, and many businesses end up with the same one.
Hiring a web designer (me)
- Done for you. I design, write the layout, build it and put it on Google.
- TT dollar prices. From TT$888, with a 50% deposit and no credit card needed.
- Built for here. WhatsApp buttons, booking with deposits for T&T service businesses, and support from someone in the same time zone.
- Custom, not a template. Your site is designed around your brand.
Which one should you pick?
If you enjoy design and have a few weekends free, try a builder. If you'd rather spend that time running your business, and you want something that looks premium on day one, hire a designer. Here's what that costs with me:
| Package | Build (one time) | Hosting, maintenance & support |
|---|---|---|
| Starter Website1 page, mobile friendly, contact section, modern design | TT$888 | TT$288/mo |
| Service ProFor barbers, salons, nail and lash techs: custom site, appointment booking, admin dashboard | TT$1,488 | TT$288/mo |
| Business WebsiteUp to 5 pages, professional design, 3D effects, social media links, contact forms | TT$1,888 | TT$388/mo |
| Premium WebsiteFully custom design, custom 3D, loading screen, animations, SEO setup, priority support | TT$2,800 | TT$388/mo |
| Online StoreE-commerce store, product uploads, shopping cart, payment integration | TT$8,888 | TT$488/mo |
Paying support every 3, 6 or 12 months saves about 5%, 10% or 15%. Add-ons if you need them:
- Domain setupTT$188
- Hosting setupTT$288
- Logo designTT$288+
- SEO optimisationTT$588+
- Extra pagesTT$188 each
- Order emailsTT$588
- Payment systemTT$1,288
Sites I've built
Military CutzBarbershop in Arima, with online booking
CBMAABeauty academy in Chaguanas, with course sales
Ash Lash HouseLash studio in Tobago, with deposit bookingQuestions people ask
What is the best website builder in Trinidad?
It depends on how much you want to do yourself. DIY builders like Wix, Squarespace and Shopify work if you have time and design skill. If you want it done for you in TT dollars, a local web designer like JB Web Builders starts at TT$888.
Is it cheaper to use Wix than to hire a designer?
Upfront, often yes. But builders charge every month in US dollars, and you do all the work. My websites have a one-time build price plus a TT$288 to TT$488 monthly fee that covers hosting, maintenance and support.
Can I edit a website you build for me?
Service Pro and Online Store sites come with an admin dashboard. For other packages, I make changes for you as part of the monthly support.
Ready for a website that brings in customers?
Tell me about your business on WhatsApp and I'll reply with next steps and a clear quote. The consultation is free.