"How much does a website cost?" is the first question most business owners ask — and the honest answer is "it depends on what the website needs to do." This guide explains what drives the price of a website in Canada, what you should expect to pay for different types of sites, and how to avoid hidden costs.
What Affects the Cost of a Website?
- Number of pages: a one-page site is far simpler than a multi-section business site.
- Design: a custom design built around your brand takes more effort than a basic template.
- Functionality: appointment booking, payment gateways, assessment forms, user accounts and dashboards each add development time.
- Content: copywriting, photography and logo design may need to be created.
- E-commerce: product catalogues, carts, inventory and shipping rules add scope.
- Integrations: CRMs, email platforms, payment systems and third-party APIs.
- Ongoing needs: hosting, security updates, backups and SEO.
Types of Websites and What They Involve
Brochure or landing page
A single page presenting your business, services and contact details. Ideal for new businesses and brand launches.
Small business website
Multiple pages — home, about, services, contact — with a mobile-friendly design and basic SEO. Suits most local service businesses.
E-commerce website
An online store with products, checkout and payments. Costs vary widely with catalogue size and integrations.
Custom web application
Portals, dashboards, booking platforms and SaaS products. These are priced by requirements; see web application development.
Code Kraft Solutions Website Packages
We publish our website pricing so you know where you stand before you call. Each package is a one-time price:
| Package | Price | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Silver | $699 | 1 Pager Website |
| Gold (Most Popular) | $999 | 5 Pages Website |
| Platinum | $1199 | 5+ Pages Website |
Packages include items such as a Google Business Account, Google Map location, and Facebook & Instagram pages, with Appointment Booking at Gold and above and Payment Gateway and Assessment Forms at Platinum. See the full breakdown on our pricing page. Custom web and mobile apps are quoted based on requirements.
Hidden Costs to Watch For
- Hosting and domain renewals that are not included.
- Per-change fees for simple text edits.
- Templates with locked-in licences you cannot move.
- No mobile optimisation — most visitors browse on phones.
- No SEO foundation, leaving the site invisible on Google.
How to Get an Accurate Quote
- List the pages and features you need.
- Share examples of websites you like.
- Decide who will provide the content and images.
- Ask what happens after launch: updates, support, security.
- Confirm who owns the website and its code.
Is a Cheap Website Worth It?
A website is a sales tool. A low price that produces a slow, hard-to-find, hard-to-use site often costs more in lost enquiries than a well-built one costs to build. Look for value: fast loading, mobile-first design, built-in basic SEO, secure hosting and a partner who stays available after launch.
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