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With the influx of people and companies posing as web designers, choosing a web design company can be a challenging affair…especially if you are not an internet guru. Unfortunately, many people realize they gave the job to the wrong person after harm is done. Here are 4 tips to follow to avoid frustration with the web designer you choose.

1. Have an approximate cost in mind

The cost of a web design varies with content, number of pages and extra services required. Before approaching different designers, research on the approximate cost of your type of site. This will help you shortlist design companies that will offer you value for money and not exploit you.

The price of a website ranges from free to $35,000. If you only need a website for freelance blogging, you may opt for a free website and only pay for hosting. If the website is for business , for example a Dallas heating and air … Read the rest