Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the Steps?
To answer this question, please review my Design Process page.

• What will it cost for a website?
Cost will depend solely on your needs on the site. Most are small and do not need a high fee to create (that some companies will charge). We need to discuss your needs before I can figure out the cost. Contact me today to set up a time to talk!

• Can you do personal sites?
Heck yes! A site for your resumé, wedding, new baby, anything you can think of I will be happy to design it for you. Get more ideas here!

• How long will it take to design my site?
It can take anywhere from a couple of days to a couple of months. I take into account the size and complexity of the site as well as any time it will take you to gather the information and materials I need for your site. After speaking with you, I can get a better idea of how quickly I’ll be able to get your site up and running.

• Why should my business have a website?
By having a website for your business you can reach the entire world with the services or products you're selling. You provide all the information about your business 24/7. More info here ->

• What if I don't like a design idea? Am I stuck with it?
No. I realize that everyone has different tastes and if at anytime you are unsure of a design I would be happy to redesign it to your liking. During the first phases of design I work with you to decide the look and feel of your site. This includes color scheme, layout, etc. You are always a part of the design process. Once the final design is approved by you, I begin the actual backend site construction.

• What if I want to add something to my site at a later time?
After your site is finished you may decide go with a maintenance package, but even if you don't, you can still have me update and maintain your site at any time. Many fo my clients find it easiest and less costly if they just have me update their site as needed. Most of the time, that is every few months... NOT monthly. I have a minimum half hour rate for updates, so many little items together are very cost effective for you.

• After my site is completed who will maintain it?
You can take advantage of my maintenance packages or, if your site doesn't necessarily warrant maintenance, then I will update your site on a per request basis.

• I live in another state, does that matter?
No. I can communicate with you by phone or email if you would like. Location is not an issue. I have regular clients in Illinois, Tennessee and Scotland. Some I have never spoken to on the phone, or met in person.

• I am a small business; will I be able to afford a website?
Yes. I understand the needs of small businesses and can build a site that is within your budget. I will work with YOUR needs.

• Will my site look professional?
Definitely! I wouldn't think of designing a site that wasn't.

• What are some of the technologies you use?
Some of the web technologies I use are: HTML and CSS. I also work with some PHP to build Blog sites using a program called WordPress.

• What other programs do you work with?
I've worked with MANY programs in my career. Some of the programs I use now are: Adobe PhotoShopCS, IllustratorCS, InDesignCS and Acrobat Professional and ImageReadyCS; Macromedia DreamWeaverMX, FireworksMX and FlashMX; Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and FrontPage.

• Okay... I am interested, what do I do now?
Contact me and we can get started over the phone.

• Where are you located?
I am located in Menasha, Wisconsin, in the heart of the Fox Cities but work with folks all over. I have regular clients in Illinois, Tennessee and Scotland.

• What is a domain name?
A domain name is an 'address' for an organization or other entity on the Internet. Example: www.calicatdesign.com.

• What is E-commerce?
E-commerce (electronic commerce or EC) is the buying and selling of goods and services on the Internet, especially the World Wide Web.

• What's with the name.. CaliC@t?
Funny you should ask! I have two calico cats who both seem to feel they need to help me work. They work pro bono as my supervisors and have no qualms about yelling at me if I am not at my desk working.