Designing and building sites, but for how much?

Discussion in 'General Business' started by chuckd1356, Aug 30, 2007.

  1. #1
    I've always built and coded websites for myself, and never for anyone else. But recently I decided I might try to get some clients to build a website for.

    I haven't the slightest idea of what I should charge for it.
    This is what I'll be doing:
    Full content management system (PHP and MySQL)
    Complete site design and coding in valid xhtml and css
    logo and graphics design (kind of, i'll be modifying their existing ones)


    Basically a whole site for a fairly large dealership around where I live.

    How much should I charge? Or how can I figure it out.

    BTW, my work is top notch. I don't screw around.
    I have a good 5 years experience with html and css and 2 with php and 2 1/2 mysql.

    Thanks!
     
    chuckd1356, Aug 30, 2007 IP
  2. PHPGator

    PHPGator Banned

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    Just as a general rule of them, charge what you're worth and never under-charge or you will be less likely to complete the work. If you are spending 20 hours on such a site, you may want to work for no less than $10.00, $200.00 would be your asking price.

    At the same time, realize that without a good portfolio and some itrader you will have a more difficult time providing services at higher rates.
     
    PHPGator, Aug 30, 2007 IP
  3. chuckd1356

    chuckd1356 Active Member

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    I'm doing business in real life, and I have a decent portfolio.
     
    chuckd1356, Aug 30, 2007 IP
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    Pricing greatly depends on where you are located, where the business is located.
     
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    NickD Well-Known Member

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    Around here theres not many web related companies and i can get $300 for a basic website.
     
    NickD, Aug 30, 2007 IP