Small-Business Web Designer
in Surrey & Sussex.
Hi, I'm Nikita. Fed up with slow, generic template sites? I build high-performance, £0-Down custom websites for Surrey & Sussex businesses that convert visitors, boost rankings, and deliver real ROI—no vulnerable page builders or cookie-cutter themes allowed.
Personalised Websites That Convert
Tired of slow, vulnerable template sites holding your business back? Generic page builders often create bloated code, security risks, and poor user experiences. Discover why a bespoke, hand-coded website delivers superior performance, security, and long-term value.
Exceptional Performance
Achieve 95+ Lighthouse scores with optimized code, fast loading, and seamless user experiences.
Bespoke, Tailored Design
Stand out with a unique website reflecting your brand identity, not constrained by pre-made themes.
Clean & Efficient Code
Minimal code bloat means faster loading, better security, and easier future scalability.
Enhanced Security
Custom builds reduce reliance on vulnerable plugins, offering a more secure foundation.
Direct Collaboration
Work directly with me, Nikita, ensuring clear communication and a website built for your specific goals.
Rock-Solid Security
Static sites built with modern tech drastically reduce attack surfaces compared to vulnerable platforms like WordPress.
Core Benefits With Every Project
Every website I build comes with these foundational features to ensure quality, performance, and success.
Custom Design & Build
Unique, tailored website for your brand.
Peak Performance
Optimized for speed (95+ Lighthouse).
Mobile-First Responsive
Flawless on all devices.
SEO Foundation
Built for visibility from the start.
Secure Foundation
HTTPS/SSL and best practices.
Personal Collaboration
Direct access and partnership.
From Slow to Blazing Fast
See the dramatic difference in performance metrics when switching from template-based sites to custom-coded solutions.
Before Redesign
- Slow loading times (5+ seconds)
- Poor core web vitals scores
- Excessive JavaScript bloat
- Lower search engine ranking
After Redesign
- Lightning-fast load times (under 1 second)
- Excellent core web vitals scores
- Optimized code with minimal overhead
- Higher search rankings & conversion rates
Real-World Search Impact
Beyond just faster sites, custom redesigns deliver measurable business results with dramatic increases in search visibility and traffic.
160% Increase
in total impressions after switching from WordPress template to a custom-coded website
What this means for your business:
- More potential customers finding you online
- Improved local market dominance
- Higher quality traffic that converts better
How I Can Help
Explore flexible solutions designed for different business needs, from foundational online presences to growth-focused platforms.
Launch Plan
Fast, professional sites for small businesses & startups.
Starting Price
£175 / month
Includes hosting, edits & support (12-mo contract)
Grow Plan
Performance sites with CMS for content-driven growth.
Starting Price
£275 / month
Includes hosting, edits & support (12-mo contract)
Pay Upfront
Full ownership & code access with a one-time payment.
Starting Price
From £1,999
One-time payment. Hosting optional.
Let's Build a Website That
Book a free, no-pressure chat with me about your website. We'll discuss your goals and explore how a high-performance, custom website can drive growth for your business (aka - figure out what you need and how I can help)
Quick Message
Have a quick question or idea? Let me know!
Gain a Competitive Edge with Superior SEO
Our websites are engineered with search engine optimization at their core, giving your business, especially if you're targeting Horley SEO, a significant advantage. Unlike generic templates, we build technical SEO excellence directly into your site's foundation, crucial for ranking in competitive local markets like Horley.
Advanced Technical SEO for Horley
Many Horley businesses struggle with websites hampered by technical SEO flaws. Our hand-coded approach ensures your site is perfectly structured for search engines:
- Clean, semantic HTML5 loved by Google, crucial for Horley local SEO.
- Strategic schema markup for rich snippets and enhanced Horley search visibility.
- Optimized images with correct attributes, improving load times for SEO Horley.
- Logical site architecture and internal linking for better crawlability.
Performance-Driven Rankings in Horley
Google rewards speed and user experience. Our sites excel, directly benefiting your Horley SEO rankings:
- Achieve 95+ Core Web Vitals, a key factor for SEO in Horley.
- Sub-second load times to reduce bounce rates and improve user engagement.
- Flawless mobile-first design, critical as most Horley searches are mobile.
- Enhanced accessibility (WCAG) practices that search engines favor.
Modern Technology for Lasting Performance
Leveraging cutting-edge tools to build fast, scalable, and maintainable websites that stay ahead of the curve.
Astro
Fast static sites
React
Interactive UI
Tailwind CSS
Utility-first styling
Headless CMS
Flexible content
A Clear Path to Launch
My collaborative process ensures efficiency and quality from initial chat to final deployment.
Trusted by Surrey Businesses
See what our clients have to say about their experience working with Surrey Web Masters.
Hand-Coded vs Template Builders
Load Speed
Security
SEO Performance
Blazing-Fast Performance
PROBLEM WITH TEMPLATE BUILDERS:
Page builders add unnecessary code and scripts, leading to sluggish load times (often 3-5+ seconds) and poor user experience that drives visitors away.
HAND-CODED SOLUTION:
Lean, optimized code that achieves 95+ Lighthouse scores, sub-second loading, and smooth user experiences that keep visitors engaged and boost conversions.
Truly Bespoke Design
PROBLEM WITH TEMPLATE BUILDERS:
Template sites share the same layouts, components and design patterns, making your business look like countless others and failing to express your unique brand identity.
HAND-CODED SOLUTION:
Complete creative freedom to craft a pixel-perfect design tailored specifically to your brand personality and business goals, helping you stand out from competitors.
Clean, Efficient & Scalable Code
PROBLEM WITH TEMPLATE BUILDERS:
Bloated code that slows down your site and makes future updates difficult, often requiring complete rebuilds as your business needs change and grow.
HAND-CODED SOLUTION:
Clean, semantic, and efficient code that creates a stable, scalable foundation to easily maintain and extend as your business grows without major overhauls.
Fort Knox-Level Security
PROBLEM WITH TEMPLATE BUILDERS:
Continual security vulnerabilities through plugins, themes, and complex platforms make builder sites prime targets for hackers and malware injections.
HAND-CODED SOLUTION:
Dramatically reduced attack surfaces with no vulnerable plugins, minimal or no database exposure, and carefully vetted dependencies for robust security.
No More Plugin & Theme Headaches
PROBLEM WITH TEMPLATE BUILDERS:
Endless plugin updates, compatibility conflicts, and the constant worry that a theme update will break your entire site create ongoing maintenance headaches.
HAND-CODED SOLUTION:
Purpose-built functionality with minimal, carefully vetted dependencies creates a robust site that just works without constant maintenance requirements.
Full Ownership & Future-Proof Tech
PROBLEM WITH TEMPLATE BUILDERS:
Lock-in to proprietary ecosystems where you don't truly own your site, can't easily migrate, and are subject to price increases and platform limitations.
HAND-CODED SOLUTION:
Complete ownership of your code and data with modern, future-proof technologies that can adapt and scale as needed without ecosystem constraints.
Granular SEO Superiority
PROBLEM WITH TEMPLATE BUILDERS:
Limited SEO capabilities with basic settings that can't be fully customized, leading to missed opportunities for better search rankings and visibility.
HAND-CODED SOLUTION:
Granular control over every technical SEO aspect from semantic HTML to custom schema markup, optimized for maximum visibility in search results.
Direct Expert Collaboration
PROBLEM WITH TEMPLATE BUILDERS:
Impersonal support tickets, AI chatbots, or generic advice from forums rather than direct access to the people building your site.
HAND-CODED SOLUTION:
Direct partnership with an expert who understands your business and creates a website specifically tailored to your unique goals and challenges.
Head-to-Head Comparison
How I Can Help
Explore flexible solutions designed for different business needs, from foundational online presences to growth-focused platforms.
Launch Plan
Fast, professional sites for small businesses & startups.
Starting Price
£175 / month
Includes hosting, edits & support (12-mo contract)
Grow Plan
Performance sites with CMS for content-driven growth.
Starting Price
£275 / month
Includes hosting, edits & support (12-mo contract)
Pay Upfront
Full ownership & code access with a one-time payment.
Starting Price
From £1,999
One-time payment. Hosting optional.
Let's Build a Website That
Book a free, no-pressure chat with me about your website. We'll discuss your goals and explore how a high-performance, custom website can drive growth for your business (aka - figure out what you need and how I can help)
Quick Message
Have a quick question or idea? Let me know!
The Surrey Web Masters Difference
Beyond code, I focus on partnership and results. Here's what sets my approach apart.
Performance First
Speed matters. I build websites that load instantly and excel on Core Web Vitals, boosting user experience and conversions.
Personal Partnership
Direct collaboration—no account managers. You work directly with me, ensuring clear communication and a tailored approach.
Quality Craftsmanship
Robust, scalable solutions using modern best practices for long-term reliability and performance.
Results-Focused
Beyond aesthetics, I create websites designed to achieve your specific business objectives and deliver measurable ROI.
Proudly Serving Surrey & Sussex
Based locally, I understand the market and provide dedicated web design services to businesses across these key areas:
...and surrounding villages! If your town isn't listed, get in touch.