Website Setup Strategy


CM Garza Web Services & Fees

Transparency is key. Below is a breakdown of our development fees alongside the estimated third-party costs required to run a modern, secure website.

1. Initial Setup Fees

Our flat project fees range from $250 to $2,500 for a standard 3 to 5-page website. The final quote depends entirely on the technical features and complexity your project requires:

  • Basic Info: Clean, structured layout to establish your online presence. Ideal for local businesses, service providers, or informational hubs.

  • Google Search Integration: Verification with Google Search Console, submission of XML sitemaps, and basic on-page optimization so your business can be found.

  • Work Display: Dynamic portfolio layouts, project galleries, or blog feeds designed to showcase your expertise or regular content updates.

  • Online Payments: Advanced configuration featuring secure e-commerce capabilities, product/service catalogs, and live payment processing gateways.

2. Maintenance & Support

  • Rate: $50 to $150 / hour (billed based on technical complexity)

  • Scope: Applied to on-demand content updates, advanced structural layout modifications, feature additions, and ongoing technical optimization.

Estimated Third-Party Running Costs

To maintain full ownership and control of your digital assets, you will pay these infrastructure providers directly. We will guide you through setting up these accounts using your own payment methods.

ServiceEstimated CostNotes
Domain Registration (example.com)$15 – $100 / yearStandard domains (.com, .net) are usually on the lower end; specialized extensions may cost more.
Website Platform / Hosting$0 – $50 / monthRanges from completely free hosting tiers to premium all-in-one management systems.
Professional Email (you@example.com)$2 – $9 / monthCharged per inbox/user to give your business communication ultimate credibility.

Supported 3rd-Party Platforms

We build and deploy using dependable industry standards, matching the right engine to your specific business goals:

  • Website Content Management: Google Sites, Blogger, WordPress, Squarespace, and Square Online (for integrated point-of-sale payment processing).

  • Professional Email Infrastructure: Google Workspace, Purelymail, or IONOS.

Ready to get started? Contact us today for a precise project quote tailored to your exact requirements.

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