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Industry Guides

What to Put on Your Electrician Website (And What Actually Gets You Work)

A practical guide to what your electrician website needs to win local work. Qualifications, service areas, emergency info, reviews - and what to skip.

Updated 5 April 2026 9 min read
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Getting Started

Do Electricians Need a Website in 2026?

An honest look at whether electricians actually need a website. We compare the real costs of Checkatrade, Facebook, and your own site - with numbers, not sales pitches.

Updated 15 March 2026 12 min read
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Pricing

How Much Does a Website Cost for a Small Business in the UK?

A straightforward breakdown of what you'll actually pay for a business website in 2026. DIY builders, freelancers, agencies, and managed services compared - with real year-one and ongoing costs.

Updated 15 March 2026 14 min read
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Getting Started

Do You Really Need WordPress for Your Business Website?

WordPress powers millions of websites. But for a local business that just wants to look professional and get found on Google, is it actually the right choice?

Updated 17 February 2026 7 min read
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Getting Started

Website vs Facebook Page: Which Is Better for Local Businesses?

Think a Facebook page is enough for your business? An honest look at what a website gives you that Facebook can't, and why the smartest businesses use both.

Updated 17 February 2026 4 min read
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Local SEO

What Happens When a Customer Googles Your Business and Finds Nothing

Every day, potential customers search Google for businesses like yours. If they can't find you, they find someone else. Here's what that's actually costing you.

Updated 17 February 2026 5 min read
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