How to Choose a Web Design Company: 10 Questions Before You Sign

Choosing a web design company in the Philippines that you can trust can feel like comparing apples to oranges. One quote is half the price of another, portfolios all look good, and every proposal promises a "modern, responsive" site. The difference usually shows up after you sign.

Use these 10 questions to compare teams side by side. Copy them into your next vendor call.

Quick answer: Before you sign, confirm who owns the site and domain, whether it's built and tested for mobile, how fast it loads, what SEO is included, the timeline, how content is handled, and what support looks like after launch. Get the answers in writing.

Ownership and access

1. Who owns the domain and the website after launch?
The domain should be registered in your company's name. You should own the design and content.

2. Will we get admin access?
You should be able to log in, edit pages and add users without asking permission.

3. What happens if we part ways?
Ask how you'd move the site elsewhere and what files you'd receive.

Quality: mobile, speed and SEO

4. How do you test on mobile?
Most visitors arrive on a phone. Ask which devices they test on before launch.

5. How fast will the site load?
Ask how they handle image sizes and heavy features, and whether they check speed before handover.

6. What SEO is included?
"SEO-friendly" can mean anything. Ask for the list: page titles, meta descriptions, headings, sitemap, Google Search Console, schema.

Process and timeline

7. What's the timeline, and what do you need from us?
Delays often come from waiting for content. A good team tells you early what they need and when.

8. Who writes the content?
Find out whether copywriting is included, or whether you'll supply text and photos.

9. How many revision rounds are included?
Clear rounds keep the project moving and the budget predictable.

After launch

10. What support do you offer after launch?
Ask about fixes, updates, backups and who picks up when something breaks.

Red flags to watch for

• The domain is registered in the agency's name
• No live sites you can visit
• "SEO included" with no details
• No written scope or timeline
• No clear support plan after handover

Look at real work before deciding. You can browse our portfolio and read about 360 Logix, including our 15+ years in marketing, creatives and events.

FAQ

Should I choose the cheapest quote?
Compare what's included first. A lower price that skips SEO, mobile testing or support often costs more later.

How long does a website take to build?
It depends on the number of pages and how quickly content is ready. Ask for a written timeline.

Do I need to supply photos?
Not always. Some teams, including ours, can help with creatives.

Talk to us

Our website development packages start at ₱65,000 VAT inclusive, with Full SEO setup and 1 year of free hosting. Bring these 10 questions to our call. We're happy to answer every one.

Written by Paolo Reyes. Paolo Reyes is the CEO of 360 Logix Solutions Inc., a technology-driven marketing company with 15+ years in digital marketing, creatives, brand activations and events.