Is Build My Trade Site cheaper than a monthly trade website?
Many pay-monthly offers are £49–£149/month, which can become £588–£1,788 per year. Build My Trade Site is one £495/year Annual Website Plan after you approve your private Website Preview.
Build My Trade Site vs monthly trade website packages
Quick verdict: Monthly packages can look easy, but many run £49–£149/month and still ask you to commit before seeing the finished site. Build My Trade Site shows a private Website Preview first: then one £495/year plan only after approval.
Pay-monthly trade website services often bundle hosting, updates, and support, but the cost keeps running and the first commitment usually happens before the finished site exists. Our preview-first annual model keeps the decision simple: judge the actual Website Preview, then approve the £495/year plan if it fits.
| Feature | Build My Trade Site | Monthly trade website packages |
|---|---|---|
| Typical upfront cost | £495/year after Website Preview approval: no setup fee | Often £49–£149/month, sometimes with setup fees or minimum terms |
| Preview before payment | Yes: private Website Preview before card details or payment | Sometimes a mockup: often subscription commitment comes first |
| Built for UK trades | Yes: tailored to local service and trade businesses | Usually trade-focused, but template depth varies by provider |
| Enquiry handling | Click-to-call and enquiry forwarding included | Forms, call buttons, and review widgets vary by package tier |
| Ongoing maintenance | 6 maintenance updates per year plus technical upkeep | Included while you keep paying; update limits vary |
| You own the website | Yes: your domain, your business presence | Varies: some services keep hosting, templates, or cancellation control |
Common questions
Do monthly website packages show the site before payment?
Some show a concept or free preview, but many still require subscription commitment before the final site is agreed. Our rule is simple: no card details and no Stripe Checkout before Website Preview approval.
What is the trade-off versus a monthly package?
Monthly packages may include broader marketing extras. Build My Trade Site stays focused on a credible local trade website, Local SEO Foundation, enquiry forwarding, maintenance updates, and a preview-first buying process.
Can I move from a monthly website service?
Yes. Start with a Website Preview intake. We can review your current site, service areas, photos, proof, and preferred work before building a fresh preview.