At A La Carte Web Services, we understand the importance of website maintenance for the longevity and success of a website. However, we also know that website maintenance can be a challenging task for website owners. In this blog post, we will discuss eight common pitfalls to avoid when it comes to website maintenance.

1. Not having a maintenance plan in place

One of the most significant pitfalls is not having a maintenance plan in place. A maintenance plan is essential to ensure that your website is running smoothly, is secure, and free from bugs and errors. Without a plan, you may forget to update your website regularly, which can lead to security issues and other problems.

2. Ignoring updates

Updates are essential to keep your website up-to-date and secure. Many website owners make the mistake of ignoring updates, which can lead to security vulnerabilities and potential hacks. It is crucial to ensure that you update your website regularly, including plugins, themes, and the CMS itself.

3. Not backing up your website

A website backup is crucial to recover your website in the event of a disaster, such as a hack, server crash, or accidental deletion. Not having a backup can result in the loss of data, which can be costly to recover. It is essential to create backups regularly and store them in a secure location.

4. Neglecting website security

Website security is critical to prevent hacks, malware, and other malicious attacks. Neglecting website security can result in the loss of data, website downtime, and a poor reputation. It is crucial to have a website security plan in place and to follow best practices, such as using secure passwords, installing security plugins, and enabling HTTPS.

5. Poor website performance

Website performance is crucial for user experience and search engine optimization. Poor website performance can result in slow loading times, which can lead to a high bounce rate and poor search engine rankings. It is essential to optimize your website’s performance regularly, including optimizing images, caching, and minimizing HTTP requests.

6. Not monitoring website uptime

Website uptime is crucial for website accessibility and user experience. Not monitoring website uptime can result in website downtime, which can negatively impact your website’s reputation and user experience. It is crucial to monitor website uptime regularly and to fix any issues promptly.

7. Not optimizing for mobile devices

Mobile devices are increasingly used to access websites, and not optimizing for mobile devices can result in a poor user experience. It is crucial to ensure that your website is mobile-friendly and responsive to different screen sizes.

8. Neglecting website content

Website content is crucial for search engine optimization and user experience. Neglecting website content can result in a poor user experience and poor search engine rankings. It is essential to update your website content regularly and to follow best practices, such as using keywords and providing valuable and relevant information.

Website maintenance is crucial for the success and longevity of a website. By avoiding these eight common pitfalls, you can ensure that your website is up-to-date, secure, and performing well. If you need help with website maintenance, feel free to contact our website support company. We are here to help.

Independent Solar

Company: Independent Solar

Website: solarips.com

What We Did: We were originally tasked to support SEO, but we discovered their Wordpress theme was difficult and challenging to work with. We suggested building a the site on a different more user-friendly theme. During the rebuild, we enhanced various elements, optimizing layout, improving load times, and ensuring mobile responsiveness. The result is a streamlined, visually appealing website that’s easy for the client to update and provides a polished experience for visitors interested in solar solutions.

Westborn Carwash

Company: Westborn Car Wash

Website: Westborncarwash.com

What We Did: We designed and built a custom website from the ground up for Westborn Car Wash on the Squarespace platform, fully tailored to meet their unique needs. From a modern, clean design to an intuitive layout, every page was crafted to showcase their services and deliver an engaging user experience matching their brick and mortar location. Our team ensured the site contain optimized title tags and headings, making it simple for customers to find information and connect with Westborn Car Wash. Built with their brand and customers in mind, the website supports their business goals with a polished, professional online presence that’s both visually appealing and functional.

Efshar Project

Company: Efshar Project

Website: Efsharproject.com

What We Did: We took this website under our care to provide dedicated webmaster support that aligns with their mission and marketing objectives. Understanding the unique needs of a nonprofit, we focused on enhancing the website’s functionality, ensuring a user-friendly experience that effectively communicates their vision and goals. We improved their search functionality on their website. Our ongoing support includes performance monitoring, actionable insights, and analysis support.

Colorado Railroad Museum

Company: Colorado Railroad Museum

Website: Coloradorailroadmuseum.org

What We Did:We brought the website under our care to enhance every aspect of the site, from design related matters to ensuring it operates smoothly and effectively. Our team addressed and resolved long standing issues, optimized various site components, and streamlined the layout for improved user experience. We also implemented regular maintenance, delivering ongoing analytics recordings on analysis findings and provide insights into performance and visitor engagement. Through these reports, we highlight areas for improvement, keeping the website dynamic and aligned with best practices for optimal functionality and impact.

Advantary

Company: Advantary

Website: Advantary.co

What We Did: We took over website support for an investment management company using a Wix platform, focusing on enhancing functionality and ease of management for their extensive events and team pages. We ensured all pages were consistently formatted, creating a polished, professional look across the site. We also supported their Wix Collections, allowing allowing the client to make updates themselves more efficiently. By addressing design consistency, improving site organization, and integrating customized solutions, we’ve created a user-friendly, robust website that supports the client’s ongoing needs.

David Singer Health Insurance

David Singer Health Insurance

Company: David Singer Health Insurance

Website: Davidsingerhealthinsurance.com

What We Did: We designed and built this Wordpress website using the Divi theme, and provide occasional post launch support as necessary.

Kabbalah Experience

Company: Kabbalah Experience

Website: kabbalahexperience.com

What We Did: We provide post launch support, discuss website strategy, review analytics, and update and improve various pages as requested.

Gourmet Meat & Sausage Shop

Company: Gourmet Meat & Sausage Shop

Website: gourmetmeatandsausage.com

What We Did: We designed and built this new Wordpress website using the Divi theme.

Kipp Creative

Company: Kipp Creative

Website: kippcreative.com

What We Did: Client came to us with a design and we built it on Wordpress using the Divi theme.

Music on Tap

Company: Music on Tap

Website: Musicontapco.com

What We Did: We designed and built this website using Wix.

Sparks Steak House

Company: Sparks Steak House

Website: Sparkssteakhouse.com

What We Did: We designed and built this Wordpress website per client's needs, and provide ongoing post launch support.

Unparalleled Glass

Company: Unparalleled Glass

Website: Unparalleledglass.com

What We Did: We designed, built and manage this Wordpress website.

Visibility Solutions Group

Company: Visibility Solutions Group

Website: Visibilitysolutionsgroup.com

What We Did: Client provided the design, we built it on Wordpress using the Divi theme.

Malman CRE

Company: Malman Commercial Real Estate

Website: malmancre.com

What We Did: We designed, built and manage this Wordpress website.

Nourished Roots Nutrition

Company: Nourished Roots Nutrition

Website: Nourishedrootsrd.com

What We Did: We designed, built and manage this Wordpress website.

Home Style Direct

Company: Home Style Direct

Website: Homestyledirect.com

What We Did: We built this Wordress website using the Divi theme following detailed artistic direction and design.

Phoenix Strategies Colorado

Company: Phoenix Strategies Colorado

Website: phoenixstrategiescolorado.com

What We Did: We built this Wordpress website using a provided detailed custom design.

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