Insights & advice
Helpful advice, honest answers, and practical guidance for local business owners who want to understand websites properly, without all the jargon.
I started Launch My Local Site because too many good local businesses were either being overcharged, overwhelmed by DIY tools, or left with websites that looked fine but did very little for the business. This section is where I share straightforward advice based on the questions I see come up time and time again.
Chris · Founder, Launch My Local Site
Website maintenance for small business: what it involves and what it should cost
Most small business websites are built once and then left alone. Here is what website maintenance actually involves, why it matters more than people expect, and what a fair price looks like.
What is a managed website service and is it right for your small business?
A managed website service builds your website for you and keeps it running. Here is what that actually means, what it costs, and how to decide if it is the right fit for your business.
Why local businesses are moving their websites away from Yell
If your website is hosted through Yell and you are wondering whether it is holding your business back, here is what to consider and what the alternatives look like.
Local website builder vs managed website service: which is right for your business?
Should you build your local business website yourself with a website builder, or have it built and managed for you? Here is an honest comparison of both approaches.
Do I need a website for my local business in 2026?
If you run a local business and you are wondering whether a website is still worth it, here is an honest look at what a website can and cannot do for you.
Wix vs Squarespace in 2026: which is better for local businesses?
Wix and Squarespace look affordable, but are they right for local businesses? This guide compares pricing, ease of use, SEO and the real cost of building your own site.
What pages does a local business website actually need?
Find out which pages a local business website needs to improve local SEO, build trust and turn more visitors into real enquiries.
Why your website is losing you enquiries (and how to fix it!)
Many local business websites look fine on the surface but fail to generate enquiries because they are unclear, thin on trust, hard to use, slow, or not visible enough in local search. Here is what to check and where to start.
Websites for your trade
What your website actually needs, written for how your trade wins customers.
Websites for your area
Local search, set up around the places you actually work.