How Buildabase turns your website into an enquiry system
A clear, fixed-price process. No surprises, no lock-in. Built specifically for trades and local service businesses who want more enquiries — not more complexity.
Simple steps. Clear expectations. No ongoing fees.
01
Enquiry
You send through your details and what your business needs. We take a look at your current online presence.
02
Review
We look at what's missing, what could be clearer, and where customers may be struggling to contact you.
03
Design & Build
Your website is structured around trust, clarity, mobile use, and getting customers to enquire.
04
Revisions
You review the site and request changes as a single written list. Two rounds are included in every package.
05
Final Payment & Launch
The final balance is paid before the site goes live. Your domain is connected and the site is live.
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Handover
You receive all login credentials, files, and ownership details. No lock-in. The site is fully yours.
What You Get
Included in every build
Standard across all packages — no extras, no upsells.
Professional design to make your business look credible
Mobile-first layout for customers searching on their phone
Clear calls-to-action for quote requests and enquiries
Contact form or SMS enquiry setup where required
Basic on-page SEO setup
Fast-loading, responsive pages
Clear launch and handover process
No forced monthly maintenance package
Full website ownership on final handover
Free hosting via Vercel — no ongoing cost
Pricing
One price. No surprises.
Fixed price. No monthly fees. No retainer. No lock-in. You pay once and own the site outright.
STARTER
$750
1–3 pages
Home, About, Contact
Contact form with SMS notification
Mobile responsive layout
2 rounds of revisions
Full handover on completion
GROWTH
$1,200
4–6 pages
Everything in Starter
Services or portfolio section
Gallery or project pages
2 rounds of revisions
Full handover on completion
AUTHORITY
$1,800
7+ pages
Everything in Growth
Blog or news section
Expanded content structure
2 rounds of revisions
Full handover on completion
Final price depends on page count, content requirements, and any integrations needed.
All prices AUD · No ongoing fees · Additional revisions at $75/hr
Payment & Timeline
Simple terms. No ongoing fees.
Straightforward payment split in two. No subscription, no retainer, ever.
Deposit
50% upfront
Confirms your build slot and gets work underway. Due via bank transfer within 7 days of agreement.
Final Payment
50% on completion
Due prior to launch. Once received, the site goes live and everything is handed over to you.
Typical Turnaround
7–14 days
From deposit to launch. Actual timing depends on how quickly content and feedback come through on your end.
Ongoing Fees
None. Ever.
No monthly retainer, no hosting bill, no lock-in. You own the site outright once the final payment clears.
Revision policy
Two rounds of consolidated revisions are included in every package. Each round should be submitted as a single written list — not drip-fed over time. Once both rounds are used, additional changes are billed at $75/hour. Scope changes beyond the original brief are handled separately.
Why This Matters
Customers don't give businesses a second chance to make a first impression.
Most businesses underestimate how quickly customers decide. A website that looks outdated, loads slowly, or is hard to contact on a phone doesn't just lose a click — it loses a job. Buildabase is structured to fix that specific problem.
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Customers judge in seconds
Trust forms in under 3 seconds on a first website visit. The visual quality, clarity, and structure of your site affects whether a customer stays or moves on.
02
Mobile is where they search
The majority of local service searches happen on a phone. A site not built for mobile loses those visitors before they even see what you offer.
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Clear contact paths drive enquiries
If a customer has to work to find your number or fill in a confusing form, they don't. A clear CTA and simple contact flow increases how many people actually reach out.
04
Professional appearance changes decisions
A more professional-looking competitor wins work — even if they're no better at the trade. Online perception affects offline revenue.
Stop losing work to competitors with a clearer online presence.
Fill in the short form. James will review your current setup and get back to you with a clear next step.