GUIDE • 2025

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Practical, no-jargon steps to plan, build and launch a high-converting website for your small business — plus how to get live in under 60 seconds with Congero.

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OVERVIEW

Why every small business needs a modern website in 2025

Customers expect to find your business quickly and get the information they need. A well-built site increases trust, captures leads and makes your phone ring — especially for local service businesses.

  • Control your brand: Your website is the single place you fully control messaging, pricing and proof of work.
  • Be found locally: Local SEO and schema help you appear for “near me” searches that drive real leads.
  • Convert visitors: Clear service pages, testimonials and a CTA increase enquiries from organic traffic.

Fast option: Congero builds it for you

If you want to skip the setup headaches, Congero creates a professional, mobile-optimised website in under 60 seconds for $49/month. Domain, hosting, SSL and unlimited updates included — all via simple text messages.

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STRUCTURE

5 must-have pages for every small business website

Start with these pages and you’ll cover the most common customer questions and SEO opportunities.

Homepage

Clear headline, one-sentence value proposition, primary CTA (call or contact), and a short list of core services with links to each service page.

Hero image or video showing your team or work increases trust and conversions.

Services

Create a dedicated page per service (e.g., plumbing repairs, hot water installation). Each page should include a short explanation, benefits, pricing or starting price, and FAQs.

Service Areas / Locations

List suburbs and regions you serve and include local keywords. This helps local SEO and reduces wasted calls from out-of-area requests.

Testimonials / Gallery

Show before/after photos, client reviews and short case studies. Real photos and names build credibility fast.

Contact

Phone, email, service hours, and an embedded map. Make the phone number clickable on mobile and include a quick “text us” prompt if you prefer WhatsApp updates.

STEP-BY-STEP

Build a website in 6 practical steps

Follow this sequence whether you DIY or use Congero to speed the process.

1. Define your goal

Decide the primary action you want visitors to take: call, request a quote, book online, or sign up. Your design, CTAs and copy should push users to that action.

2. Gather content

Collect business name, one-line description, services, service areas, logo, and 5–10 photos of your work. If you don’t have images, Congero provides professional stock options you can replace later.

  • Business name, phone and address
  • Short service descriptions (1–3 sentences each)
  • 3–5 customer testimonials

3. Pick a layout & headline

Choose a simple layout: hero, services, social proof, and contact. Write a clear headline: who you are + main benefit (e.g., “Smith Plumbing — Fast, Licensed Plumbers in Melbourne”).

4. Optimize for local search

Use your suburb and service in page titles, meta descriptions and headings. Keep consistent NAP (name, address, phone) across your site and Google Business Profile.

5. Set up conversions

Add click-to-call buttons on mobile, a visible booking link and a short contact form (if needed). Highlight opening hours and emergency availability if relevant.

6. Launch & iterate

Publish quickly and measure results. Use analytics to track calls, form submissions and page performance. Make small, frequent improvements — not huge one-off redesigns.

Go live instantly: Congero builds and hosts your site for $49/month. Text changes anytime — no extra cost.

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SEO

SEO checklist for small business websites

Focus on local signals and user intent to get quick, measurable results.

Meta & Titles

Keep titles ~50–60 chars and meta descriptions ~120–155 chars. Insert main keyword and location near the front.

Headings & Content

Use one H1 per page, clear H2s for sections, and 500+ words on main service pages where possible. Write for people first, search engines second.

Local Signals

Consistent NAP, embedded Google map, service-area pages and structured data (LocalBusiness schema) help you appear in local packs.

Images & Speed

Compress images, add descriptive ALT text and use next-gen formats where possible. Fast pages = better rankings and more calls.

Internal Links

Link related services and blog posts together to distribute authority and keep visitors on-site longer.

Schema

Use LocalBusiness, Service, and FAQ schema to improve visibility with rich results and improve click-through rates.

Let AI handle the technical SEO

Congero automatically applies on-page SEO, schema markup and meta tags when it builds your site — so you’re optimised from day one.

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CHECKLIST

Content checklist before you launch

A short checklist to make sure your new site starts generating enquiries immediately.

  • Headline: 1 clear sentence about who you help and how.
  • Phone number: Click-to-call on all pages and visible in header.
  • Service pages: 3+ pages for main services with 300–800 words each.
  • Proof: 3+ testimonials and a gallery of real work photos.
  • Local details: Service areas and Google Business Profile linked.
COST

Affordable pricing built for small business

A predictable monthly cost so you can budget — without surprise fees.

$49 / month

Includes domain (or transfer), hosting, SSL, unlimited text-in updates, local SEO and monthly analytics.

  • Live website in under 60 seconds (demo)
  • Unlimited content updates via text
  • Monthly performance reports
  • No lock-in contracts

Who this is for

Trades, local services, therapists and boutique retailers — any small business that wants a reliable, high-performing website without the hassle.

Pro tip: Start with the free demo to preview your site. No credit card required.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Answers to common questions about launching a small business website with Congero and best practices.

How fast can I be live?

With Congero, see a full site preview in under 60 seconds after you provide basic details via WhatsApp. Domain setup may take a few minutes more.

Can I update the site later?

Yes — unlimited updates are included. Text us the change (add page, update hours, change photos) and it’s live in minutes.

Will the site rank in my local area?

Congero applies on-page local SEO, schema and meta tags automatically. Combined with a verified Google Business Profile, this improves local search visibility quickly.

What if I need custom integrations?

We support common integrations like booking widgets and payment providers. For complex needs, our team can guide you to recommended partners.

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