Welcome to Jazzed Technology.

We offer both options depending on your project requirements and budget. For businesses needing a truly unique design or specialized functionality, we create custom WordPress themes from scratch. This approach gives us full control over code quality, performance optimization, and design implementation. For projects with tighter budgets or timelines, we can customize high-quality premium themes, modifying them to match your brand and requirements while maintaining clean code and performance. For several businesses in Vancouver's competitive market, we've developed custom themes that provide distinctive brand experiences that stand out from competitors using common templates, resulting in better user engagement and conversion rates.

WordPress security is multi-layered in our implementation. We start with secure hosting environments featuring server-level firewalls and malware scanning. We implement security plugins like Wordfence or Sucuri for additional protection, limit login attempts, enforce strong passwords, implement two-factor authentication, and use security keys in the wp-config file. We keep WordPress core, themes, and plugins updated, remove unused plugins and themes, change default settings (like login URLs), and implement file permissions best practices. For e-commerce sites, we add additional security layers and conduct regular security audits. A client in Richmond recently avoided a widespread WordPress vulnerability because our proactive update protocol had already patched their site before attackers began exploiting the issue.

Yes, we specialize in WordPress migrations that preserve and even enhance SEO value. Our process includes comprehensive URL mapping with 301 redirects to maintain link equity, preserving metadata (title tags, descriptions) and content structure, proper handling of canonical tags and hreflang attributes for multi-language sites, maintaining schema markup, and server optimization for performance. For a local business in Burnaby, we successfully migrated their site from an outdated custom CMS to WordPress while not only maintaining their rankings but improving organic traffic by 23% within three months due to better technical SEO foundation in the new WordPress implementation. We also provide post-migration monitoring to quickly address any potential issues.

Absolutely! We provide comprehensive WordPress training tailored to your team's technical comfort level. After launching a site, we offer hands-on training sessions covering content management, media uploads, plugin settings, security best practices, and any custom functionality specific to your implementation. For clients in the Lower Mainland, we can provide on-site training sessions, while for clients further afield, we offer remote video training with recorded sessions for future reference. We also create custom documentation with screenshots specific to your website's administration. Our goal is to empower your team to confidently manage day-to-day website operations while we remain available for more complex updates and technical support.

Website speed optimization is crucial for both user experience and search rankings. Our approach includes server-level optimizations (caching, PHP version, CDN integration), code optimizations (minifying CSS/JS, deferring non-critical scripts, implementing critical CSS), image optimizations (proper sizing, compression, next-gen formats like WebP, lazy loading), font optimization (hosting fonts locally, subsetting, loading strategies), and third-party script management. For an e-commerce client in Vancouver with a particularly image-heavy site, our comprehensive speed optimization reduced page load times from over 5 seconds to under 2 seconds, resulting in a 28% decrease in bounce rate and a 17% increase in conversion rate. We test using both lab tools like Lighthouse and real-user monitoring to ensure performance across different devices and connection speeds.

For businesses serving specific geographical areas across the Lower Mainland, our local SEO strategy focuses on several key elements. We optimize and actively manage your Google Business Profile, build consistent NAP (Name, Address, Phone) citations across relevant local directories, develop location-specific content and landing pages, implement local schema markup, and build a review generation strategy. For a service business in Burnaby looking to expand into neighboring markets, we created geo-targeted service pages for each area they served, optimized with relevant local keywords and landmarks. This approach increased their organic visibility by over 200% in these new service areas. We also focus on building local backlinks from community organizations, chambers of commerce, and industry associations to strengthen local relevance signals.

We prioritize all three Core Web Vitals metrics as they directly impact user experience and search rankings. For Largest Contentful Paint (LCP), we optimize server response times, resource load prioritization, and implement efficient rendering paths. For First Input Delay (FID) and its successor Interaction to Next Paint (INP), we minimize main thread work, optimize JavaScript execution, and implement efficient event handlers. For Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS), we pre-allocate space for dynamic elements, properly size media assets, and use transform animations instead of layout-triggering properties. For a professional services firm in Vancouver with a complex, interactive website, our Core Web Vitals optimization improved their mobile performance score from 48 to 92, contributing to a 23% increase in mobile session duration and improved conversion rates from mobile visitors.

Schema markup (structured data) is essential for helping search engines understand your content and potentially display rich results. We implement JSON-LD schema markup for various content types including local businesses, products, services, events, FAQs, how-to guides, reviews, and articles. For e-commerce clients, we focus on product schema with pricing, availability, and review information. For service businesses in Richmond and Surrey, we implement local business schema with service areas, hours, and accepted payment methods. We also create nested schema relationships where appropriate, such as connecting organization schema with location data and offered services. After implementation, we verify schema through Google's Rich Results Test and Schema Markup Validator, and monitor performance through Search Console to identify opportunities for additional schema types based on your specific content.

Website pricing depends on several factors: project complexity (number of pages, custom functionality, integration requirements), design requirements (custom design vs. template adaptation, animation complexity), content needs (copywriting, photography, video production), technical specifications (CMS requirements, e-commerce functionality, third-party integrations), and ongoing support needs (maintenance plans, content updates, hosting). After an initial consultation, we provide detailed proposals outlining all costs with no hidden fees. For businesses in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, we offer flexible payment schedules that align with project milestones. While we're not the cheapest option available, our clients appreciate our transparency, quality workmanship, and the long-term value we provide through sites that effectively support business objectives.

We offer comprehensive maintenance plans tailored to different needs and budgets. These typically include security monitoring and updates, regular backups with secure off-site storage, performance monitoring and optimization, content updates, and technical support with defined response times. For clients in Surrey and across BC, we offer both standard business-hours support and premium 24/7 emergency support options. Our maintenance clients receive priority scheduling for new features or changes, and regular performance reports detailing uptime, security scans, and speed metrics. We also proactively identify improvement opportunities as technology evolves. Many of our clients have been on maintenance plans for years, as they recognize the value of having a dedicated team familiar with their site handling ongoing management rather than dealing with issues reactively.

We offer managed hosting solutions optimized for performance and security, which many of our Vancouver and Lower Mainland clients choose for convenience and peace of mind. Our hosting packages include server management, security hardening, daily backups, CDN integration, SSL certificates, and regular maintenance. However, we're also happy to work with your existing hosting provider if it meets the technical requirements of your project. If your current hosting is insufficient, we'll provide clear recommendations for alternatives. For clients with specific compliance requirements or enterprise-level needs, we can set up and manage custom hosting environments on platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure. Regardless of the hosting arrangement, we ensure your website is properly configured for optimal performance, security, and reliability.

Project timelines vary depending on scope and complexity. Simple brochure websites typically take 4-6 weeks from kickoff to launch. More complex sites with custom functionality generally require 8-12 weeks. E-commerce websites or complex web applications can take 12-16 weeks or more. These timelines account for all phases including discovery, design, development, testing, and content migration. Factors that affect timeline include client feedback turnaround, content readiness, third-party integrations, and custom functionality complexity. For businesses in Vancouver with urgent timeline needs, we can sometimes offer expedited services, though this typically involves additional cost. We pride ourselves on meeting agreed-upon deadlines and maintaining transparent communication about progress and any potential delays throughout the project lifecycle.