Your website is often the first impression potential customers have of your business. But too often, small business owners unintentionally sabotage that first impression with common website mistakes that hurt credibility, search rankings, and conversion rates.
The good news? These mistakes are easy to fix—and we’re here to help. At 1 BIG WEB Design Marketing And Consulting, we specialize in creating modern, effective websites for local businesses—with affordable pricing and flexible financing options to fit any budget.
Let’s dive into the top 7 website mistakes we see small businesses make (and what to do instead):
1. Not Mobile-Friendly
More than half of all website traffic comes from smartphones. If your site isn’t mobile-optimized, you’re turning away potential customers without even realizing it.
Fix It: Use responsive web design that adapts to any screen size. At 1 BIG WEB DESIGN, all of our websites are mobile-friendly—because you shouldn’t lose business over bad formatting.
2. Slow Load Times
If your website takes longer than a few seconds to load, visitors will leave—and Google might penalize your search ranking.
Fix It: Compress images, eliminate unnecessary plugins, and use fast, secure hosting. We’ll take care of the tech so your site runs smoothly and quickly.
3. No Clear Call-to-Action (CTA)
What do you want your visitors to do—call you, book a service, buy a product? If it’s not clear, they’ll just leave.
Fix It: Add bold, direct CTAs like “Schedule a Free Estimate” or “Get Started Today” throughout your site. We help clients strategically place CTAs that convert.
4. Outdated Design
If your site looks like it was built in 2008, customers might assume your business is out of touch too.
Fix It: Refresh your site with a clean, modern design that matches your brand. We offer beautiful, professional web design that makes your business look its best.
5. Missing or Weak SEO
If your site isn’t optimized for search engines, customers won’t find you—even if you’re the best in town.
Fix It: Use local SEO strategies, keyword optimization, and on-page SEO tactics. We offer SEO-friendly website builds and ongoing support to keep you visible on Google.
6. No SSL Security
A site without an SSL certificate (https://) appears “Not Secure” in browsers—and that’s a red flag for visitors.
Fix It: Secure your site with SSL. All our websites come with SSL certificates, keeping your visitors safe and your reputation intact.
7. Lack of Contact Info or Broken Forms
You’d be surprised how many businesses forget to add easy-to-find contact information—or have broken forms that go nowhere.
Fix It: Make your phone number, email, and physical address visible on every page. We also test all forms and links to make sure your customers can always reach you.
Let Us Fix These for You—Without Breaking the Bank
If your website is making any of these mistakes, don’t worry—we can help. At 1 BIG WEB Design Marketing And Consulting, we build professional, SEO-optimized, mobile-friendly websites designed to grow your business.
✅ Affordable pricing
✅ Financing available to fit any budget
✅ Free consultations to discuss your goals
Ready to fix your website and turn more visitors into customers?
Contact us today for a free website consultation.
