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Will Dentten May 12, 2025 🍿 3 minute read

What Is a Subdomain and Why You Might Need One

What is a subdomain, why do people use one and who could need one? In this blog we cover all you need to know about subdomains.

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Will Dentten Apr 25, 2025 🍿 7 minute read

Websites For Plumbers: How Can a Better Website Generate You More Leads?

We look at how a plumber can use a website to bring in more leads. By having a well-built website that ranks well on Google, shows off your work, and builds trust with customers, plumbers can bring consistency and predictability back into their business.

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Will Dentten Apr 10, 2025 🍿 4 minute read

Your Website Needs To Be Accessible By 28th June 2025…

If your website isn't accessible by June 28th, 2025, you could be breaking the law. This blog outlines everything you need to know as a business owner to ensure you're accessible to your customers, clients and prospects.

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Will Dentten Apr 7, 2025 🍿 5 minute read

Our Pay Monthly Website: Pricing Explained

Discover how our pay monthly website packages work and why they're a smarter, more affordable choice for small business owners. No upfront cost, unlimited edits, and a brand-new site every 3 years, all for just £179 per month.

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Will Dentten Mar 13, 2025 🍿 4 minute read

SEO Explained: This Is How You Get Ranked On Google

The world of SEO is quite confusing, and often makes very little sense for business owners. This blog looks to explain SEO and help you understand the best way to get ranked on Google.

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Will Dentten Mar 13, 2025 🍿 6 minute read

Why Custom-Coded Websites Are Best for Small Businesses

You're looking to get your website done but you're not sure which way to go? This is why custom-coded websites will always beat out the likes of WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, GoDaddy, Webflow and Ionos.

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Will Dentten Feb 27, 2025 🍿 3 minute read

The Big Fat Website Guy: Who Is Will Dentten?

Why does Will Dentten call himself "the Big Fat Website Guy" and what does he get up to inside and outside of work?

A tradesman in a workshop looks frustrated, struggling to find leads. He needs help with his website to get more jobs.

Will Dentten Feb 26, 2025 🍿 4 minute read

Websites For The Trades: What do I need to do to rank on Google in my local area?

Struggling to get clients through your website? This guide breaks down exactly how to rank on Google and turn visitors into paying customers, without the headache.

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Will Dentten Feb 26, 2025 🍿 4 minute read

What is HTTPS and Why Should You Care?

What is HTTPS, why does it matter for small businesses, how does it protect customer data, what are some common myths? All of the answers are in this blog!

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Will Dentten Feb 24, 2025 🍿 4 minute read

What Kind of Website Does My Software Company Need?

If you're running a SaaS company, your website needs to do more than just exist, it should attract the right audience, communicate your value clearly, and make it easy for visitors to take action and convert. A single landing page might seem like a quick solution, but it comes with major drawbacks that can hurt your credibility, SEO, and conversions. In this post, we break down what makes an effective software company website, the essential pages you need, and why structure, speed, and scalability matter.

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Will Dentten Dec 19, 2024 🍿 7 minute read

When Should Small Businesses Use Google Ads?

Are Google Ads the right choice for your business, or should you look to other methods of trying to drive traffic to your website?

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Will Dentten Dec 10, 2024 🍿 6 minute read

Why Word Of Mouth Isn't Enough For A Small Local Business

Learn why a professional website is essential for a local businesses, even one with strong word of mouth. This blog explores how a fast, SEO friendly site builds trust, generates consistent leads, and ensures you're found online when it matters most.

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Will Dentten Dec 6, 2024 🍿 5 minute read

Google Pagespeed Insights: Why Is It Important

Discover why Google Pagespeed Insights is crucial to your business in ranking higher on Google, improving user experience and converting more customers.

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Will Dentten Nov 28, 2024 🍿 3 minute read

What Does my Pagespeed Score Mean for my Website?

There are many ways to determine what makes a website great. Pagespeed is one of them. We explain what these scores mean for you.

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Will Dentten Sep 30, 2024 🍿 3 minute read

Wordpress Bans WP Engine, 1.5 million WordPress websites are at risk…

WP Engine's ban from accessing WordPress resources has left over 1.5 million websites at risk. Learn why relying on third-party platforms and plugins can lead to vulnerabilities and what you need to do to combat this.

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Will Dentten Jul 30, 2024 🍿 3 minute read

Why Website Builders Are Failing Your Business

When there are so many choices for your website, which one do you pick? WordPress, Wix, GoDaddy - or none of them...

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Will Dentten Jul 29, 2024 🍿 3 minute read

Why Tradespeople Need A High Performing Website

You hear it so often, 'I just get referrals', 'business always finds me', and while that may be the case, you still need to put your best foot forward as it may take your business from good, to great.

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Will Dentten Jul 28, 2024 🍿 3 minute read

Test Valley Digital: Your Website Partner

Diving into the benefits of partnering with Test Valley Digital to manage your website

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Will Dentten Jul 25, 2024 🍿 2 minute read

The WaaS Model (Website as a Service) Explained

What is this WaaS business all about, this blog will tell you about the new way businesses are managing their websites.

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Will Dentten Jul 21, 2024 🍿 2 minute read

What Makes a Brilliant Website in 2024?

With so many options to create a website in 2024, it can be overwhelming to find the best. We answer the question - what makes a website "brilliant" in the modern day?

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Ethan Hawes Jul 19, 2024 🍿🍿 8 minute read

Content is Still King: Understanding Website Content Importance for Web Page SEO

Content will always be king. This blog explains why great content is essential for SEO and how to craft winning pieces.