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Website Maintenance

Ongoing website care that keeps your site fast, secure, and up to date. Updates, backups, speed monitoring, security patches, and content changes handled for you every month.

17 Years Experience 300+ Businesses Helped 5 Stars (44 Google Reviews, Spain + Colorado Springs)
Maintenance services

How website maintenance works

From onboarding to monthly peace of mind.

Onboarding and access

I collect logins, hosting details, and a list of known issues. Within 48 hours, monitoring and backups are active and your site is under professional care.

Full site audit

I check everything: outdated software, security vulnerabilities, broken links, page speed, mobile issues, and backup status. You get a report showing what needs attention.

Maintenance schedule

Updates, backups, and security patches happen on a set schedule so nothing falls through the cracks. Content change requests are handled within 1-2 business days.

Ongoing monitoring

Uptime monitoring catches problems within minutes. Speed and performance are checked monthly. If something breaks, I know before you do and fix it immediately.

Monthly reporting

A clear report showing everything I did, site health metrics, uptime stats, and any recommendations. No mystery about what your monthly fee covers.

Maintenance Process
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Who you're hiring

Why should you trust me?

My agency was a Google ActΓ­vate success story.

I didn't learn SEO from a blog. I've worked in digital marketing for 17 years, 15 of them running my own agency. Google featured that agency, KREAKTIVE, in a Google ActΓ­vate story (screenshot, Oct 2026) after I took their ActΓ­vate digital marketing course. I moved to Colorado Springs in 2023 and brought KREAKTIVE with me (it operated as Digital Marketing Services until 2026). Today I use the same skills to get Colorado small businesses found on Google and AI search.

Kristian, featured in a Google ActΓ­vate success story

Before you hire anyone

How to tell if a web designer will waste your money

Google's free tool, PageSpeed Insights, tests any public web page and scores its performance, accessibility, best practices and SEO. One free check is to run it on your web designer's own site, the one project where no client held them back. A low score doesn't prove your site will be slow, but it's a fair thing to ask them about. Also:

No results, just "pretty"

Ask them: "How many leads did your last client's website generate?" If they can't answer, they build decorations, not businesses.

They don't ask about your customers

A designer who jumps straight to colors and fonts without asking who your customers are is building a portfolio piece, not a business tool.

They own your website, not you

If you can't take your site and leave whenever you want, you're renting, not buying. Ask who owns the code, the domain, and the hosting account.

They don't mention SEO at all

A website nobody can find is an expensive business card. If your designer never brings up page titles, heading structure, or how people will actually find you on Google, you'll end up paying someone else to fix all of it six months from now.

Their own site loads slowly

Run their site through Google PageSpeed Insights on mobile. If it scores poorly, ask why, and ask to see the measured numbers from a recent client launch. A designer who tests speed should be able to show you those numbers. I hand every client their measured speed numbers at launch, in writing.

They charge per page

Per-page pricing means every new piece of content costs you more. Good designers price by project scope. You should be able to add a page when your business needs it, not when your budget allows it.

No timeline, no milestones

"It'll be done when it's done" is not a project plan. If they can't tell you what happens week by week, with clear checkpoints, your project will drag for months. Ask for the timeline before you sign anything.

They show you a template and call it custom

Ask them straight: "Is this a theme or built from scratch?" If they hesitate, it's a theme. You won't notice the difference until you need something the template wasn't built for. Then you're stuck.

Results in 30 days
or your money back

Problems I solve every day

Sound familiar?

“My developer disappeared and now nobody is updating my site”

This is the most common thing I hear from businesses looking for maintenance. You built a website, the person who built it moved on, and now updates, backups, and security patches are not happening. Here's how I fix that:

  • Take over all maintenance within 48 hours: updates, backups, monitoring, and security
  • Run a full audit to catch everything that has been neglected
  • Set up a monthly schedule so nothing falls through the cracks again
  • Give you a single point of contact who actually responds when you need something

“I'm afraid to update plugins because last time it broke everything”

That fear is completely rational. A bad update on a live site can take your business offline. The solution is simple: never update on live. Here's how I handle it:

  • Test every update on a staging copy of your site before touching the live version
  • Keep daily backups so any issue can be rolled back in minutes
  • Monitor your site after each update to catch problems immediately
  • Handle compatibility issues before they become emergencies

“My site feels slower every month and I have no idea why”

Sites slow down gradually as content, images, and plugins accumulate. By the time you notice, it has already been costing you customers. Here's how I prevent that:

  • Run monthly speed checks and fix any regressions immediately
  • Optimize new images and content as they are added
  • Remove unused plugins and scripts that are quietly dragging performance down
  • Provide a monthly report showing load times and what I did to keep them fast

Your site, your rules

I build on whatever platform makes sense for your business

WordPress, Shopify, custom JavaScript, headless CMS, static sites: the right choice depends on what your business actually needs, not what your developer prefers to build.

Need an online store? Shopify or WooCommerce. Content-heavy site that needs to rank? WordPress or Astro. Complex web app? React or Next.js. I'll recommend the platform that fits your budget, your team's comfort level, and your growth plans.

You should never feel locked into a platform because your developer only knows one.

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HubSpot
Figma
React
Node.js
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Shopify
Webflow
Vercel
Stripe
ChatGPT
Claude
Notion
Hotjar
Microsoft Clarity
Ahrefs
Semrush
Google
Google Ads
Google Analytics
HubSpot
Figma
React
Node.js
Tailwind CSS
Shopify
Webflow
Vercel
Stripe
ChatGPT
Claude
Notion
Hotjar
Microsoft Clarity
Ahrefs
Semrush
Google
Google Ads
Google Analytics
HubSpot
Figma
React
Node.js
Tailwind CSS
Shopify
Webflow
Vercel
Stripe
ChatGPT
Claude
Notion
Hotjar
Microsoft Clarity
Ahrefs
Semrush
Google
Google Ads
Google Analytics
HubSpot
Figma
React
Node.js
Tailwind CSS
Shopify
Webflow
Vercel
Stripe
ChatGPT
Claude
Notion
Hotjar
Microsoft Clarity
Ahrefs
Semrush
Google
Google Ads
Google Analytics
HubSpot
Figma
React
Node.js
Tailwind CSS
Shopify
Webflow
Vercel
Stripe
ChatGPT
Claude
Notion
Hotjar
Microsoft Clarity
Ahrefs
Semrush
Google
Google Ads
Google Analytics
HubSpot
Figma
React
Node.js
Tailwind CSS
Shopify
Webflow
Vercel
Stripe
ChatGPT
Claude
Notion
Hotjar
Microsoft Clarity
Ahrefs
Semrush

Featured Maintenance Case Study

Laptop mockup on a gray background displaying the Timber Event Group wedding DJ website with a dark navy and gold color scheme, featuring a hero section introducing DJ Owen Miller alongside a photo of him performing at a live event with professional lighting
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Local SEO Case Study: Wedding DJ Colorado, #1 for "Wedding DJ Pueblo" in 6 Days

A $6,500 investment. 47 pages. #1 for 'wedding DJ Pueblo' across a 100-mile radius 6 days after launch. Here are the real numbers so you can decide if it's worth it.

Result
#1 for "wedding DJ Pueblo" across a 100-mile radius 6 days after launch
$6,500
Investment
47
Pages Built
6 days
Time to #1 ("wedding DJ Pueblo")
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Maintenance Case Studies

Laptop mockup on a gray background displaying the Timber Event Group wedding DJ website with a dark navy and gold color scheme, featuring a hero section introducing DJ Owen Miller alongside a photo of him performing at a live event with professional lighting Featured

Local SEO Case Study: Wedding DJ Colorado, #1 for "Wedding DJ Pueblo" in 6 Days

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A $6,500 investment. 47 pages. #1 for 'wedding DJ Pueblo' across a 100-mile radius 6 days after launch. Here are the real numbers so you can decide if it's worth it.

#1 for "wedding DJ Pueblo" across a 100-mile radius 6 days after launch

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Your website, handled

Website Maintenance That Keeps You Running

I monitor, update, and protect your site every month so you never have to think about it.

Monitor your uptime

You know the moment something breaks

Your site is checked every 5 minutes. If it goes down, I get an alert and start fixing it before your customers notice.

Run every update

Your software is never outdated or vulnerable

CMS updates, plugin updates, dependency patches. I test each one on staging first so nothing breaks when it goes live.

Back up everything daily

Your entire site can be restored in minutes

Daily automated backups stored off-site. If anything goes wrong, I roll back to the last clean version. No data lost.

Check your speed monthly

Your site stays fast as content grows

New content, images, and features can slow things down over time. I catch and fix performance regressions before they affect your visitors.

Patch security holes

Your site is hardened against attacks

Security patches applied as soon as they are released. Login hardening, file permissions, and headers reviewed regularly.

Send you a monthly report

You see exactly what your monthly fee covers

A clear summary of every update, fix, and metric. Uptime stats, speed scores, and any recommendations for improvement.

Maintenance Pricing

Clear pricing, no surprises.

Website Care Essential

Starting at

$197 /month

Keep your website fast, secure, and up to date

Best When

You need someone watching your website so you can focus on your business

Software updates pile up, security patches go uninstalled, backups are outdated, and your site quietly slows down. One missed update can break functionality or expose you to hackers. This plan prevents all of that.

  • Hosting included
  • Monthly CMS and plugin updates
  • Daily automated backups
  • 24/7 uptime monitoring
  • Monthly speed and performance check
  • Security patches and hardening
  • Minor content updates (text, images, posts)
  • Monthly health report

Always Included in Every Website

Designed to convert visitors into leads Professional copywriting included Speed-tested, with measured numbers at launch SEO-ready from day one GA4 + Search Console setup Mobile-optimized on every device Full admin access, nothing locked away Training so you're never stuck 90 days post-launch support Designed to convert visitors into leads Professional copywriting included Speed-tested, with measured numbers at launch SEO-ready from day one GA4 + Search Console setup Mobile-optimized on every device Full admin access, nothing locked away Training so you're never stuck 90 days post-launch support Designed to convert visitors into leads Professional copywriting included Speed-tested, with measured numbers at launch SEO-ready from day one GA4 + Search Console setup Mobile-optimized on every device Full admin access, nothing locked away Training so you're never stuck 90 days post-launch support Designed to convert visitors into leads Professional copywriting included Speed-tested, with measured numbers at launch SEO-ready from day one GA4 + Search Console setup Mobile-optimized on every device Full admin access, nothing locked away Training so you're never stuck 90 days post-launch support Designed to convert visitors into leads Professional copywriting included Speed-tested, with measured numbers at launch SEO-ready from day one GA4 + Search Console setup Mobile-optimized on every device Full admin access, nothing locked away Training so you're never stuck 90 days post-launch support Designed to convert visitors into leads Professional copywriting included Speed-tested, with measured numbers at launch SEO-ready from day one GA4 + Search Console setup Mobile-optimized on every device Full admin access, nothing locked away Training so you're never stuck 90 days post-launch support

Why KREAKTIVE?

KREAKTIVE vs Agency vs DIY

An honest comparison so you can decide what's right for your business.

Recommended
DMS

Performance-built. SEO-ready.

From $4,700

  • Speed-tested, with measured numbers delivered at launch
  • SEO foundation built in from day one
  • 30-Day Proof Period: a written list of what I'll ship, or your deposit back
30-Day Proof Period Deliverables in Writing
Typical Web Agency

Often priced after a sales call.

$1,375-$49,999 in Colorado Springs

  • Most don't publish full pricing
  • Copywriting often not specified
  • Some host your site on their servers, so ask who owns it
DIY (Wix/Squarespace)

Quick start. Low ceiling.

Builder plan + your time

  • Drag-and-drop simplicity
  • Limited performance and SEO control
  • Locked into platform ecosystem

Business Terms

6 comparisons
KREAKTIVE

Project investment

From $4,700 (one-time)

Contract length

One-time project, then hosting from $230/yr or a care plan

Who does the work

Kristian, directly (a development partner on some larger builds)

Communication

Direct access, prompt replies

Hidden costs

None. Transparent pricing.

What you own when done

Everything: code, content, accounts

Agency

Project investment

$1,375-$49,999 in Colorado Springs

Contract length

Varies by agency

Who does the work

Owner or an assigned team

Communication

Varies by agency

Hidden costs

Often unknown until a sales call

What you own when done

Depends on the contract

DIY

Project investment

Builder plan + your time

Contract length

N/A

Who does the work

You

Communication

Forums and documentation

Hidden costs

Your time (at your hourly rate)

What you own when done

Your content, on their platform

"Looking to get your website up to the next level, they are knowledgeable enough to do just that! They stand behind their work and give you the best experience!"
Blsm Martinez (Google review).

A separate project result: Wedding DJ Colorado, 100/100 mobile PageSpeed

Trust & Risk

7 comparisons
KREAKTIVE

Guarantee

Written 30-day milestone list, or your deposit back

Risk if it fails

Deposit back if any listed milestone does not ship

Pricing transparency

Published on website

Data and asset ownership

Fully yours: design, code, content, domain, hosting account

Reporting

Measured speed numbers at launch, GA4 and Search Console set up

Accountability

Written 30-day milestone list

Third-party ranking

#3 Freelance Web Designer on Clutch (Oct 2026)

Agency

Guarantee

Varies by agency

Risk if it fails

Depends on the contract term

Pricing transparency

Often "call for a quote"

Data and asset ownership

Depends on the contract

Reporting

Varies by agency

Accountability

Contract terms, when published

Third-party ranking

Varies

DIY

Guarantee

None

Risk if it fails

Lost months of your time

Pricing transparency

Clear tool pricing

Data and asset ownership

Your content, on their platform

Reporting

Self-interpreted analytics

Accountability

Only yourself

Third-party ranking

N/A

Results & Quality

5 comparisons
KREAKTIVE

Delivery timeline

4 weeks (Local Website) or 6 weeks (Multi-City Website)

Page speed

Speed-tested, measured numbers at launch (no score promised)

SEO foundation

Built in: schema, meta, sitemap, speed

Revision rounds

3 rounds, then we keep going within the agreed direction

Code ownership

You own the code, and everything else

Agency

Delivery timeline

Varies by agency

Page speed

Ask to see measured numbers

SEO foundation

Ask what "SEO-ready" includes

Revision rounds

Set by each contract

Code ownership

Ask who owns the code and hosting

DIY

Delivery timeline

Depends on your availability

Page speed

Depends on the template and apps

SEO foundation

Basic, built into the builder

Revision rounds

As many as you have time for

Code ownership

Locked in platform

Choose KREAKTIVE if...

You want a site built and tested for speed, with an SEO foundation, that you actually own. You get a training session on how to update your text and photos yourself. A small change shouldn't mean a call to me.

Choose DIY if...

You need a simple site fast and have time to learn a builder. Works for basic brochure sites, but you'll hit walls on performance and SEO.

Consider an agency if...

You need a large, complex web application with multiple developers. Expect higher costs and longer timelines.

Agency prices come from my comparison of 6 Colorado Springs web design agencies, DMS included: Organic Web Tech, SpearPoint Marketing, Thrive Agency, Infront Webworks and Intero Digital. Read the full comparison.

Start Your 30-Day Proof Period

Website projects: before you pay the deposit, I put the 30-day milestone list in writing. If I miss any item on it, you get your deposit back.

Common questions

Maintenance FAQs

Quick answers to help you decide.

Monthly updates (CMS, plugins, dependencies), daily backups, uptime monitoring, speed optimization, security patches, and content changes. You get a monthly report showing everything I did, plus site health metrics. Think of it as a retainer for keeping your website in top shape.

Website Care Essential is $197/mo and Website Care Professional is $350/mo, both with hosting included. Essential covers updates, backups, monitoring, and minor content changes. Not on a plan? Hosting & Domain is $230/yr, with support at $197/hr (1-hour minimum). If you need more extensive work like new pages, design changes, or feature additions, I scope those separately and give you a price before starting.

Especially if your site is brand new. Software updates, security patches, and performance tuning start immediately. A new site without maintenance is like a new car without oil changes. It runs great for a while, then problems stack up.

Uptime monitoring catches it within minutes. I get an alert, diagnose the issue, and restore from the most recent backup if needed. Most downtime is resolved within an hour. Without monitoring, sites can be down for days before anyone notices.

Yes. Month-to-month, cancel anytime. No lock-in, no cancellation fees. You stay because your site runs smoothly, not because you are locked in.

The maintenance plan includes minor content updates each month: text changes, image swaps, new blog posts, contact info updates. If a request is bigger (like a new page or feature), I will tell you upfront and quote it separately.

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Kristian Kreaktive

Founder & Lead Strategist at KREAKTIVE

#1 Freelance Digital Strategy Expert on Clutch (Oct 2026). 17 years in digital marketing, 15 of them running his own agency, building websites and SEO strategies that bring real results for small businesses.

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Results in 30 days or your money back. Before you pay a cent, I put in writing exactly what I'll ship.