How Long Should a Website Take to Build?

Posted July 22, 2025 by Mean Web Design

It’s one of the first questions people ask: “How long does it take to get my website live?” The answer depends on a few key factors — like the number of pages, the level of design, and how quickly content is provided.

1-Page Sites: Fastest Option

One-page websites (often called landing pages) are quick to launch. Here’s what to expect:

  • ✅ Design & Build Time: 2–4 days
  • ✅ Great for small services or events
  • ⚠️ Limited for SEO or future scaling

Standard Business Websites (5–10 Pages)

This is what most small Irish businesses need: homepage, about, services, contact, and maybe a blog/shop.

  • ✅ Design & Development: 7–14 days
  • ✅ Includes mobile optimisation and SEO setup
  • ⚠️ Timeline depends on content readiness

What Causes Delays?

The biggest reason websites take longer than expected isn’t coding — it’s content delays. If the client hasn’t provided text, images, or feedback on time, the project pauses.

  • 💡 Tip: Prepare content early
  • 💡 Use a Google Doc or PDF to organise sections
  • 💡 Or let us write it for you
“I thought it’d take months. Mean Web had my business site live in a week — all I had to do was send a logo and answer 5 questions.”

Can You Build It Faster?

Absolutely — we’ve launched urgent sites in under 48 hours. Just let us know your timeline and we’ll prioritise accordingly.

Need it live fast? Let’s make it happen.

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