Custom Coded Web Design - No WordPress, No Bloat

At Golden Grove Web Designs, I do things a little differently. I hand-code every single website from the ground up—no WordPress themes, no drag-and-drop builders, and definitely no cookie-cutter templates. Just clean, efficient code written for your business and your business only.

By writing everything myself, I’m able to offer extremely fast load times, bulletproof security, and fully tailored designs that actually perform. You won’t find any bloated plugins or slow-loading pages, just a high-quality website built to bring you results.

Why This Matters for Your Business

• Faster site speed = more conversions
• Better user experience for your customers
• Lower ad costs with higher conversion rates
• Iron-clad website security
• Stronger Google rankings
• More traffic from your Google Business Profile
• No tech headaches for you

Speed Is Money

Most small businesses don’t realise just how much a slow website is costing them. If your site takes more than 3 seconds to load, there’s a good chance half your potential customers are leaving before they even see what you offer.

That’s where I come in. My websites are fast—really fast. Because I hand-code everything, I can strip out the fluff and build only what you need. There’s no extra weight from plugins, no bloated page builders slowing things down, and nothing left to chance. The result is a website that loads instantly and holds your visitor’s attention.

And when people stay on your site longer, they’re far more likely to get in touch, make a booking, or pick up the phone.

Your Ads Will Perform Better

If you're running Google Ads or Facebook campaigns, your website speed matters more than you think. A slow or clunky site doesn’t just lose conversions—it can actually drive up your cost-per-click. Google rewards high-performing landing pages with lower ad costs and higher quality scores.

When you’re spending money on ads, every click counts. I make sure those clicks land on a site that’s fast, functional, and designed to convert. The return on investment is often huge.

Security You Don’t Have to Worry About

Unlike most websites built with platforms like WordPress, mine don’t rely on third-party plugins or regular updates to stay secure. WordPress sites are full of moving parts—plugins, databases, themes—and every one of those is a potential entry point for hackers. Miss one update and you could be in strife.

My websites, on the other hand, don’t use databases. They’re static and self-contained, which means there’s nothing to exploit. No admin logins, no outdated plugins, no server-side scripts—just clean, secure code. You could leave it untouched for years and it’d still work perfectly.

It’s simple, and it works.

Built for SEO From the Ground Up

I don’t just build beautiful websites—I build websites that Google loves.

By focusing on page speed, clean code, and proper structure, I give your site the best chance of ranking well on search engines. Google has made it clear: fast, well-built websites are rewarded with better rankings. And if two sites are equal in content, the faster one usually wins.

But good SEO is about more than just speed. When your site loads fast, people stay longer. When they stay longer, they’re more likely to interact with your content. And when that happens, Google takes notice.

I also offer optional SEO services if you want to keep pushing forward after your site goes live. Things like blog content, backlinks, and Google Business Profile optimisation can all help boost your online presence even further.

Boosting Your Google Business Profile

If you rely on local clients, your Google Business Profile is probably one of your most important online tools. What a lot of business owners don’t realise is that your website directly affects how your profile performs in Google Maps.

A fast, high-quality site sends a signal to Google that you’re the real deal—and that can increase your visibility in local searches. Combine that with a bunch of five-star reviews and some regular updates, and you’ll be getting more phone calls before you know it.

I’ve helped small businesses climb the map rankings just by giving them a solid website and helping them tidy up their local profile.

No Buzzwords, Just Results

A lot of agencies throw around terms like “optimised content” and “user experience enhancement” like it means something. Here’s the truth: if your developer isn’t already taking care of things like meta tags, sitemaps, and headings, they’re not doing their job properly.

That’s not SEO. That’s just the basics.

Real SEO means getting your business in front of the right people—through original content, backlink strategies, and smart keyword research. It takes time and consistency, but the payoff is huge. If that’s something you want to explore, I’m happy to walk you through it and show you exactly how I work.

Skip the Templates, Go Custom

I know how tempting it can be to buy a cheap $500 website or go with a DIY builder. But what you save upfront, you often pay for later—in poor performance, lost leads, and constant maintenance.

At Golden Grove Web Designs, I offer a different solution. For $150/month, you get a completely custom website, fully maintained and updated, with zero hassle. There are no surprise fees, just real value and real performance.

If you're ready for something better, I’d love to chat.