Frequently Asked Questions
Everything about the free website offer — pricing, process, timeline, SEO, ownership, and how to get started. Have a question that is not here? Just ask me.
The Free Website Offer
How the free build works, and why there is no catch.
- Is it really free?
- Yes. I build your website at no cost. No hidden fees, no obligation. I do this because I love building websites, and great work leads to great relationships.
- What's the catch?
- There isn't one. You get a real, custom-built website. If you love the result, we can talk about hosting, maintenance, or additional features — but there's zero pressure.
- How long does it take?
- Most websites are delivered within 1-2 weeks after our initial call. Simple sites can be ready in as little as 48 hours.
- What if I already have a website?
- I can rebuild it from scratch with modern technology, better performance, and mobile optimization. Your current site stays live until the new one is ready.
- What technologies do you use?
- React, Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, and AWS. Your site will be fast, secure, and built with the same tools used by top tech companies.
- Do you do e-commerce?
- Yes. I can integrate payment processing, product catalogs, and shopping carts using Stripe and other modern e-commerce tools.
- Will my website be mobile-friendly?
- Absolutely. Every website I build is mobile-first — designed for phones first, then enhanced for tablets and desktops. Over 60% of web traffic is mobile.
- Do you help with SEO?
- Every website I build includes technical SEO fundamentals: fast loading, proper meta tags, structured data, and mobile optimization. For ongoing SEO and content strategy, we can discuss a retainer.
Pricing & What It Costs
Where the free site ends and a paid engagement begins.
- If the website is free, how do you make money?
- I build the website itself for free because I love the work and great results lead to great relationships — an approach that has produced 83+ websites and applications so far. Some clients later ask me to add features beyond a standard site — custom web applications, payment processing, AI automation, or ongoing maintenance — and those are paid. None of it is required.
- Are there any hidden fees or contracts?
- No. The free website is genuinely free — no setup fee, no contract, no obligation. If we ever work on paid features later, I quote that separately and clearly before any work starts.
- What costs money after the free site?
- Only things beyond a standard website: custom web applications (authentication, dashboards, databases), e-commerce and payment processing, AI and automation workflows, or an ongoing hosting and maintenance plan. Each is an optional, separately quoted add-on.
- Do you charge for hosting or maintenance?
- The website is yours to host wherever you like. If you would rather I handle hosting and ongoing updates, we can set up a simple maintenance plan — but it is optional, not a condition of the free build.
Business Process Automation
How DevMellio automates repetitive work and what that looks like in practice.
- What is business process automation?
- Business process automation is the use of custom software and AI workflows to replace manual, repetitive tasks inside a business — things like lead routing, intake forms, data entry, report generation, and follow-up emails. DevMellio, based in Denver, Colorado, builds these systems for small businesses across 15 industries.
- What kinds of processes can DevMellio automate?
- DevMellio automates four main categories: lead capture and follow-up (routing, logging, and auto-replying to every inbound lead), intake and scheduling (self-serve booking that collects information and drops appointments on your calendar), data entry and reporting (moving data between tools and building reports on a schedule), and AI workflows (assistants that qualify leads, answer FAQs, and triage repetitive decisions).
- Do I need to change the tools I already use?
- No. DevMellio builds automations around the tools a business already uses — Google Workspace, QuickBooks, HubSpot, Salesforce, and most industry-specific software. If a better tool fits the problem, it will be mentioned, but there is no requirement to switch anything.
- How much does business process automation cost?
- DevMellio starts every engagement with a free business website so clients can see the quality of the work before committing to a paid project. Automation projects are scoped on a free 15-minute strategy call — most small-business automations run from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars depending on complexity and the number of systems involved.
Process & Getting Started
What happens from the first call to launch, and what DevMellio needs from you.
- What is the process from the first call to launch?
- DevMellio follows three steps. First, a 15-minute call where you describe your business and where time gets lost — DevMellio listens. Second, the free website is built and you review and approve. Third, the site goes live and, if automation makes sense, a proposal is scoped from the call notes.
- What do you need from me to get started?
- Just a short conversation about your business, your goals, and any content you already have (logo, photos, services, hours). If you do not have everything ready, that is fine — DevMellio works from what is available and fills in the gaps.
- How involved do I need to be?
- As little as you want. After the initial 15-minute call DevMellio handles the design and build. You review the result and request changes. Most clients spend an hour or two total before their site is live.
- How do we get started?
- Fill out the contact form at devmellio.com/contact/ or book a free 15-minute call directly. DevMellio follows up the same day. That call is where the website plan and any automation opportunities are mapped out.
Getting Found Online (SEO & AI)
How the site helps customers and AI assistants find your business.
- Will my website show up on Google?
- Yes. DevMellio builds every website with the technical SEO fundamentals search engines require: fast loading, clean structure, proper meta tags, structured data (JSON-LD), and mobile optimization. That foundation is included in every free website. For ongoing content strategy and link building, DevMellio can discuss a retainer after the initial site is live.
- Do you do local SEO for Denver and Colorado businesses?
- Yes. DevMellio is a Denver-based consultancy and builds local-SEO structure into every site — LocalBusiness structured data, optimized meta tags, and dedicated location pages for 10 Colorado cities, including Denver, Lakewood, Aurora, Boulder, and Colorado Springs — so local businesses rank for the searches that matter in their area.
- Can my business be found by AI assistants like ChatGPT?
- Yes. DevMellio designs every site to be cited by AI answer engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews. This means machine-readable structured data (Organization, LocalBusiness, FAQ, and Service schemas), self-contained Q&A answers, and clear entity signals so AI systems can understand and accurately describe your business.
Technical, Ownership & Security
What the site is built with, who owns it, and how you keep it current.
- Do I own the website and its content?
- Yes — DevMellio builds the website for you, and you own it entirely. There is no lock-in. You can host it yourself, move it to any hosting provider, or have someone else maintain it at any time.
- Can I update the website myself later?
- Yes. DevMellio can handle ongoing updates, or set you up so you can make simple edits yourself. The right approach depends on how hands-on you want to be — either way is fine.
- Is the website fast and secure?
- Yes. DevMellio builds every site with React, Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS, hosted on AWS CloudFront — globally distributed, served over HTTPS, and mobile-first. Over 60% of web traffic is mobile, so every DevMellio site is designed for phones first.
- Can you connect booking, forms, or payments?
- Yes. DevMellio can wire in booking tools (Cal.com, Calendly, Acuity), contact and quote-request forms that route to your email or CRM, and payment processing with Stripe. Removing the back-and-forth between a visitor and a booking is often the single biggest lead-generation improvement for a small business.
Working Together
Who DevMellio works with, where, and how much capacity there is.
- Do you only work with Denver businesses?
- No. DevMellio is a Denver-based automation consultancy and works with businesses across Colorado and the US. Most work is done remotely — no in-person meeting required. The free strategy call is a 15-minute video or phone call wherever you are.
- What kinds of businesses do you work with?
- DevMellio has built 83+ websites and applications across 15 industries — including restaurants, contractors, salons, dentists, real estate, law firms, fitness studios, auto repair shops, landscaping businesses, and more. If a business has repetitive manual work or needs a professional web presence, it is a fit.
- How many free websites do you take on at a time?
- DevMellio takes on a limited number of free builds each week (around three) so each project gets real attention. The sooner we talk, the sooner the build can start.
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