Built to win
Web Design for Sarasota Small Businesses
Your website might look fine. The problem is nobody in Sarasota is finding it. I build WordPress websites for local small businesses that show up on Google and in AI tools like ChatGPT from the first day they go live.
WordPress Web Design for Sarasota
Most Sarasota small business owners I talk to already have a website. Most of those websites are not showing up when a local customer searches Google or asks ChatGPT for a recommendation in the area.
I build WordPress websites for small businesses in Sarasota, FL. Every site includes local SEO structure, Google Business Profile alignment, and Google Search Console connection from the start. Not as an add-on. As part of the build.
I am one person. I build every site myself. No handoffs, no account managers, no outsourcing to anyone else.
What Every Website Build Includes
The core package is four pages in WordPress plus two blog posts. Here is what that includes.
Four Core Pages
Homepage, about, services, and contact. Built in WordPress. Clean structure, fast load, mobile ready.
Two Blog Posts
Written for your business and your local Sarasota market. Each one targets a real search term your customers are using.
Local SEO Built In
Page structure, headings, and content are set up for local search from the start. This is not something patched in after the fact. It is how I build.
AI Search Visibility
I structure pages so ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, and other AI tools can read and reference your business accurately. Most web designers do not think about this. I do.
Google Business Profile Audit
I review your GBP listing and align it with your new site. An unoptimized GBP is one of the most common reasons Sarasota businesses do not show up in local search results.
Google Search Console Setup
Your site gets connected to GSC so Google knows it exists and you can see what search terms are bringing people in.
Plugin and Performance Setup
Caching, image optimization, and core plugin configuration included. Your site loads fast and does not break every time WordPress updates.
Your Hosting, Your Domain
You set up your own hosting and domain. I can guide you through it or make recommendations, but the accounts are yours from day one. Nothing is held by me at any point.
Sarasota Businesses I Work With
I work with owner-operated local businesses in the City of Sarasota. If you run the kind of business where a customer searches Google or asks a neighbor for a recommendation, this is built for you.
Home Services
Plumbers, electricians, HVAC, roofers, painters, pressure washing, pool service, landscaping, flooring, and junk removal.
Personal Services
Massage therapists, nail salons, barber shops, pet groomers, auto detailing, and mobile mechanics.
Fitness and Wellness
Personal trainers, fitness studios, chiropractors, and physical therapists serving Sarasota residents.
Local Retail and Boutiques
Gift shops, nutrition shops, boutique retail, and specialty stores throughout the Sarasota area.
Professional Services
Insurance agents, financial advisors, real estate agents, and local professionals who rely on trust and referrals.
Hospitality and Tourism
Vacation rental owners, tour operators, and small lodging businesses along the Sarasota Suncoast.
What I Hear From Sarasota Business Owners
These are the situations that usually bring people to me.
- My site looks fine but nobody is finding it on Google.
- A company built my website, handed it off, and disappeared. Now I cannot get anyone to help me.
- I paid for a website and it has no GBP setup, no GSC connection, and I have no idea if Google even knows the site exists.
- My competitors have worse services but better websites and they show up before me in search results.
- I asked ChatGPT about businesses like mine in Sarasota and my name did not come up at all.
- I am paying a monthly fee for a site I do not fully own and cannot get out of.
What This Is and Is Not
This service is:
- A one-person WordPress web design service
- Built for local search and AI search from the first page
- Transparent flat pricing with no hidden fees
- GBP audit and alignment included in every build
- GSC connection included in every build
- Full client ownership on final payment
- No retainers, no lock-in, no ongoing fees
This service is not:
- A multi-person firm or outsourced service
- An ecommerce builder
- A guaranteed rankings service
- A managed hosting provider
- A monthly retainer service
- A template dropped from a page builder
Pricing
The core package starts at $2,000. That covers four pages in WordPress plus two blog posts, with everything listed above included. No hidden setup fees.
Additional pages run $150 to $200 each. Additional blog posts are $75 to $100 each. Hosting and domain costs depend on the provider you choose. I walk you through that during the build.
For a full breakdown of what goes into the cost of a small business website, see what a website actually costs.
You set up your own hosting and domain. I can walk you through the process or point you to the right providers. I work inside your accounts. On final payment, the build is complete and all the work belongs to you.
How the Build Works
Every build starts the same way. A free call, a clear agreement, then focused work. You always know where you stand and what comes next.
Clarity Call (Free — up to one hour)
I listen to what your business does, what you need, and give you a straight answer on fit. No pitch, no pressure. If this is not the right service for you, I will tell you that upfront.
Client Agreement
Scope, timeline, and payment terms in writing before any work starts. No surprises. Once it is signed, I get to work.
Build and Review
I build the site and walk you through it. You give feedback. I make revisions until it is right before anything goes live.
GBP and GSC Setup
I align your Google Business Profile with the new site and connect Google Search Console so Google knows the site is live.
Launch
Site goes live. You own the hosting account and domain throughout the entire build. On final payment, the work is done. Everything stays exactly where it is — in your accounts, under your control.
About Gagne Marketing
I am Sean Gagne. I work with small business owners in Manatee and Sarasota counties. I build every site myself. There is no team, no outsourcing, and no account manager between you and the person doing the work.
My coursework covers UX and UI design, WordPress development, and AI web application development through State College of Florida. I hold an AI Business Implementation Practitioner certification from Knowledge Pillars and certifications from Anthropic.
I tell clients the truth about what their site needs. Sometimes that is a full new build. Sometimes it is a smaller fix. I will tell you which one before any money changes hands.
Questions About Web Design in Sarasota
Do you work with businesses in the City of Sarasota?
Yes. I work with businesses inside the City of Sarasota — downtown, Main Street, and neighborhoods throughout the city limits. For businesses in Venice, North Port, or elsewhere in Sarasota County, see my Sarasota County web design page.
What does the core package actually include?
Four pages in WordPress, two blog posts, local SEO structure, GBP audit and alignment, GSC connection, plugin and performance setup, and full ownership transfer on final payment. See what a website actually costs for a complete breakdown.
Will my website show up on Google?
I build every site with local search in mind. That means correct page structure, keyword targeting, GBP alignment, and GSC connection from day one. I do not guarantee specific rankings. No honest web designer does. What I can tell you is the site will be built the right way from the start.
Do you offer monthly maintenance plans?
No. I do not lock clients into retainers or ongoing fees. If something comes up after launch, call me and I will work something out. Most small business owners do not need a maintenance plan. They need a site that was built right the first time.
Who owns the website when it is done?
You do. You set up and own the hosting and domain from the start. I work inside your accounts and never hold anything. On final payment, the build is complete and stays in your accounts exactly as-is.
Do you build ecommerce sites?
No. I build WordPress sites for local service businesses. If you need an online store, I will tell you that upfront so you can find the right fit.
How long does a build take?
Most builds take two to four weeks from agreement to launch. The timeline depends on how quickly content and feedback come in. I tell you exactly what I need from you before work starts.
Sarasota & Local Service Areas
I work with businesses inside the City of Sarasota — downtown, near the Van Wezel, and throughout the city limits. For Venice, North Port, Osprey, and the rest of Sarasota County, see the Sarasota County web design page. I can meet in person or work by phone and video call.
Ready to Build Something That Actually Shows Up?
If you run a business in Sarasota and want a website that works in local search and AI search from day one, start with a free Clarity Call. No pitch, no pressure. I listen to what your business needs and give you a straight answer.