Some of the most common questions we are asked are listed below.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO CREATE THE WEBSITE?
The timescale of the project is generally dictated by the client. The most common delay in the creation of a site is waiting for content (text/images) to be sent to us by the client. If you have a deadline in mind we will endeavour to meet it for you.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE WORK HAS BEEN COMPLETED?
Once payment has been received, all your files are saved into a cd free of charge and sent to you. Your site can then be uploaded to your web hosting. We recommend smart ftp for this click the image below to find out more:


WHAT IS SEO?
Seach Engine Optimisation is a way of helping your site be seen by potential customers surfing the net. Having a great looking site is not enough to attract customers, we can optimize your web site so it will appear in web searches, so that it is web crawler friendly (a web crawler is what the search engines sends to your site to take a image of your content).  We will also submit it to all the large search engines. We also offer SEO maintenance which includes: Acquiring link partners, updating content.

Seach Engine Optimisation is offered through the company recommended below.

WHAT IS A DOMAIN NAME?
A domain name is a specific web site address that you choose and register with the Internet Authorities, this address is the key to un-locking the door to your website. Our domain name is "amh-designs.co.uk". Its our address on the internet.

DO I NEED TO BUY A DOMAIN NAME AND HOSTING?
Yes, you will need these to store your files on the internet. We do not have our own hosting and domain services. We can recommend the following for cheap web hosting Click on the banner to find out more:

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I WANT YOU TO DESIGNS MY SITE, NOW WHAT DO I DO?
If you have decided you want a web site or have any questions, simply contact us for a quote, once you are happy with this you pay your deposit mentioned below, then the process can begin.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
The cost of a website varies depending upon the type of site you require. We provide various packages, including Single page site, Brochure site, We request a small deposit (this is isn't in addition to the final cost - but a % of it) Payments can be made by cheque or by using Payal.

ONCE MY SITE IS BUILT HOW WILL PEOPLE FIND MY SITE?
All of our site include optimisation of your site's code and content for search engines. We also submit your site's information to all of the major search engines upon completion.

WHAT WILL MY ON-GOING COSTS BE AFTER LAUNCHING MY SITE?
On-going costs will vary depending on your specific use for your site. These costs will likely include hosting fees, site updates, site maintenance, and domain name renewals.

HOW CAN I KEEP TRACK OF THE TRAFFIC AT MY WEB SITE?
You will have access to statistics that will tell you how many visitors you have had, what time they visited, what part of the world they are from, how long they spent, which of your pages they viewed, etc. This is a service that is essential to promote and build a successful web site.

HOW CAN AMH-DESIGNS OFFER SUCH CHEAP PRICES?
We have low very overhead costs and avoid frivolous expenses. Much of the expense involved is for web hosting and domain names etc

DO I HAVE TO MEET YOU FACE TO FACE TO GET A WEBSITE?
We can design a website for you no matter what part of the world you live in. There are several ways you can send us your information. If you already have digitised photos and text files, i.e.. Word documents and gif and or jpg images, you can email them to us. If not, you can post us the information that you want on your website.

IF I BUY A WEBSITE FROM YOU DO I OWN IT?
Yes, once the website is complete you own it. We do offer 3 months free maintenance to help things get off on the right track and to help with any teething problems.

WHAT CAN I DO TO DRIVE ADDITONAL TRAFFIC TO MY SITE?
All of our websites have built in meta tags which help search engines like google, yahoo, to find your site. Promote your site. Let other people know it's there! Include your web address (URL) on your business cards and letterhead. Mention it in your advertising. Put it in the signature line of outgoing e-mails, in letters, and in direct mail campaigns. Show your URL on promotional merchandise (shirts, key rings, or other items).

ANY OF YOUR QUESTIONS NOT ANSWERED?
If you can't find an answer to your question here, then please contact us.