Searches like "website design company nepal", "best website design company in Nepal" and "website design and development company in nepal" show that many business owners are trying to pick someone to build their site. The problem is that most quotes look similar on the surface, and it is hard to know what you are really comparing.
This guide gives you a simple way to choose: what to prepare before you ask for quotes, what to check in a company's past work, the questions to ask, and the red flags to avoid. If you want to know about prices first, read my website cost in Nepal guide.
Before you contact any company: write a one-page brief
You will get better and more comparable quotes if every company answers the same brief. Keep it short:
- Goal of the website. For example: get enquiries for a clinic, sell products online, show a portfolio, or take bookings.
- Pages you need. Home, About, Services, individual service pages, Contact, Blog, and so on.
- Features. Contact form, WhatsApp button, Google Map, online payment, product catalog, booking form, Nepali and English versions.
- Content. Who writes the text and who provides photos? This is often the biggest delay.
- Examples you like. Two or three websites (any country) and what you like about them.
- Budget range and deadline. A range helps the company suggest the right solution instead of guessing.
If you are selling online, also read my ecommerce website guide for Nepal before writing the features list.
How to check a company's past work
A portfolio of screenshots is not enough. Ask for links to live websites and check them yourself:
| What to check | How to check it | What good looks like |
|---|---|---|
| Live examples | Open 3–5 sites they built | Sites load and are still maintained |
| Mobile view | Open each site on your phone | Text is readable, buttons are easy to tap, nothing is cut off |
| Speed | Test the home page in Google's free PageSpeed Insights | No major problems flagged on mobile |
| Basic SEO | Search the business name on Google; look at the page title in the browser tab | Each page has a clear, unique title |
| Contact flow | Fill in a contact form or tap the WhatsApp button | It works and goes to the right place |
| Similar projects | Ask for a site in your industry or with your features | They have built something comparable |
You can also call one or two of their past clients and ask a simple question: "Would you hire them again, and how fast do they respond after launch?"
Questions to ask before you sign
Ask every company the same questions and get the answers in writing:
- Who will own the domain and hosting account? It should be registered in your name or your business's name, with login access given to you.
- What exactly is included? Number of pages, number of design revisions, content writing, stock photos, contact forms, basic SEO setup.
- What platform will you use and why? WordPress, a custom build or another platform. Ask whether you will be able to edit text, photos and blog posts yourself.
- Is the site mobile-friendly and fast? Ask how they test it.
- What basic SEO is included? Page titles, meta descriptions, headings, image alt text, sitemap, and Google Search Console setup. For more on this, see my guide to ranking a website on Google.
- What happens after launch? Who fixes problems, how quickly, and what is free versus paid.
- What are the yearly costs? Domain renewal, hosting renewal, maintenance and any paid plugins or licences.
- What is the payment schedule? A common approach is part payment before starting and the rest at milestones or launch.
Red flags to watch for
- The domain is registered in the company's name. If you fall out with them, you can lose your web address. For .np domains, see my domain registration guide.
- No contract or written scope. Verbal promises lead to arguments about what was included.
- "Guaranteed first page on Google." No one can guarantee Google rankings. Good companies explain what they do, not what Google will do.
- No live examples. Only mockups or screenshots, or links that no longer work.
- Very low price with no details. Usually a ready-made theme with your logo added, no content help and no support.
- You cannot get admin access. You should be able to log in to your own website.
- No plan for backups and updates. Websites need security updates and backups to stay safe.
Agency, freelancer or in-house?
| Option | Good for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Web design company / agency | Larger sites, ecommerce, teams that need project management | Higher cost; make sure a real person is responsible for your project |
| Freelancer | Small business sites, portfolios, landing pages | Check availability for support after launch |
| In-house developer | Businesses that change their site every week | Salary cost; one person may not cover design, SEO and development |
| DIY builder | Very simple sites on a tight budget | Your time; design and SEO quality depend on you |
There is no single right answer. Choose based on the size of the project and how much ongoing help you need. My digital marketing agency guide uses the same thinking for marketing work.
A simple way to compare three quotes
Put the quotes side by side in a sheet with these rows: pages, features, content included, design revisions, platform, SEO basics, timeline, post-launch support, yearly renewal costs, ownership of domain and hosting, and total price. Then remove any quote that fails on ownership or has no written scope. From the rest, pick the one that best matches your goal, not only the cheapest.
FAQ
How do I find the best website design company in Nepal?
There is no single "best" company for everyone. Shortlist three, give them the same brief, check their live websites on your phone, ask the questions above, and choose the one that gives a clear written scope, full ownership and support after launch.
How long does it take to build a business website?
It depends on the number of pages, features and how quickly content and feedback are ready. Content is usually the biggest delay, so prepare your text, photos and logo before the project starts. Ask the company for a timeline with milestones in writing.
Should I choose WordPress or a custom website?
WordPress is a good fit for most business sites and blogs because you can edit content yourself. A custom build makes sense when you need special features or very high performance. Ask the company to explain why they recommend one for your project.
What should I do after my website is launched?
Set up Google Search Console and Google Business Profile, add your website to your social profiles, publish useful content regularly, and keep the site updated and backed up. See my SEO services if you want help getting found on Google.
