A modern web studio for trades & local business

Websites that actually win you work.

Holtgate builds websites, software, and tools for small businesses — designed to look custom, built to last, priced like a real partnership.

100+ Sites built
5.0★ Average rating
2 wks Typical turnaround
100% Built in-house
Craftsman at work
Every site shipped on time
Or you don't pay the final invoice.

Trusted by businesses across home services, trades, and local retail

717 PlumbingMechanicsburg, PA
Northgate ACChicago, IL
Ace Home SvcPhoenix, AZ
Active AirHouston, TX
A-1 MilwaukeeMilwaukee, WI
+ 95 moreLocal businesses
What we do

Three ways to work with us.

Whether you need a website, a tool to run your business, or something custom we'll build from scratch — there's a path that fits.

Websites that close.

Custom-built marketing sites that turn visitors into customers — fast, mobile-first, and easy to update yourself.

  • 9-page custom design
  • SEO-ready & Google-friendly
  • Built to convert, not just look pretty
  • Free hosting for the first year
Starts at $1,400 2-3 weeks

SaaS & tools.

Practical software that automates the day-to-day of running your business — quoting, scheduling, billing, and more.

  • CRM, leads & pipeline tools
  • Online quotes & invoicing
  • Customer portal & bookings
  • Built on top of your website
Starts at $2,800 Or monthly plans

Custom engineering.

For projects that don't fit a template. Bespoke web apps, integrations, automations, and AI tooling — built around your workflow.

  • Web app or back-office tool
  • Integrations with your stack
  • Automations & AI workflows
  • Long-term partnership
Quoted per project Free scoping call
How it works

Simple from start to launch.

No drawn-out kickoffs, no vague timelines, no “design rounds” that drag on for months. Four clear steps — that's it.

01

Free 30-min call

We talk about your business, your goals, and what success looks like. No sales pressure, no obligation.

02

Custom preview

Within a week you'll see a personalized preview of your site — built around your services, area, and reviews.

03

Two rounds of polish

You give feedback, we refine. Two structured rounds that get you exactly what you want — without endless ping-pong.

04

Launch & support

We launch, hand over keys, and stay on call for the first 60 days at no extra cost. Optional ongoing support after that.

Recent work

Sites we’ve built. Click through.

Every preview is custom-designed and personalized. Open one to see real services, real reviews, and a working admin dashboard.

Why Holtgate

Real craftsmanship, fair pricing, no surprises.

We're not the cheapest agency, and we're not a $99 template generator. We're a small team building real custom work that grows your business.

Custom, not cookie-cutter.

Every site is designed for your business specifically — your services, your service area, your real reviews. Not a generic template with your logo dropped in.

Honest, fixed pricing.

Quote up front. No surprise invoices, no hourly billing for “changes,” no upsells on launch day. You know what you're paying before we start.

You own everything.

Site, code, content, hosting credentials — all yours. We build, you keep. No lock-in, no monthly retainer required.

Pricing

Three simple plans.

Pick what fits where you are. Upgrade later if you grow.

Starter Site
Get online with a real custom site
$1,400one-time
+ $99/yr hosting after first year (free first year)
  • 9-page custom website
  • Mobile-first responsive design
  • SEO-ready setup & sitemap
  • Contact form + Google Maps
  • 2 rounds of revisions
  • 60 days post-launch support
  • You own all the code
Start Starter →
Custom Build
When off-the-shelf isn’t enough
Quoted
After a free 30-min scoping call
  • Bespoke web app or system
  • Integration with your stack
  • Automations & AI tooling
  • Custom CRM & reporting
  • Full architecture review
  • Ongoing partnership available
  • Long-term support contract
Book scoping call →

Holtgate built us a site we'd actually be proud to put on our truck. Two weeks. No nonsense. Already getting calls from it.

JM
James Marshall
Owner, Marshall HVAC · Topeka, KS
Common questions

Things people usually ask.

Don’t see yours? Just ask.

How long does a typical site take?
For our Starter and Site + Tools plans: 2–3 weeks from kickoff to launch. Custom builds are scoped during the first call. We don’t take more projects than we can handle, so timelines are real.
What's included in the price? Are there hidden costs?
Everything listed on the pricing card is included — design, build, content, launch, and the post-launch support window. We don’t charge extra for “rounds,” nor do we lock you into a maintenance contract. Hosting is the only ongoing cost ($99/yr or $29/mo for tools), and even that’s free for the first 6–12 months.
Can I edit the site myself after launch?
Yes. We give you a simple admin dashboard for content (services, photos, reviews, hours, etc.). For bigger structural changes, you can hire us by the hour or do it yourself — you own the code.
What if I already have a website?
We can rebuild on top of your domain — no need to change URLs or lose any SEO. We migrate your content, redirect old pages, and make sure your search rankings come along to the new site.
Do you work with businesses outside the US?
Mostly we work with US-based small businesses (home services, trades, local retail). If you’re elsewhere and have a project that fits — get in touch.
Why “Holtgate”?
A “holt” is an old English word for a small wooded grove. A gate is an entrance. We like the idea of being a small, careful, hands-on team — and being your gateway to a real online presence. Plus, we just liked how it sounded.

Let’s build yours.

Send us a quick note about your business and what you’d like to do. You’ll hear back from a real human within one business day — no chatbots, no autoresponders.