Best Website Agency for Startups: How to Vet Your Partner

I've seen startups hire the wrong agencies. They waste money. They waste time. They get poor results.

Let me show you how to vet agencies properly.

The Questions You Must Ask

1. "Do you work with startups?"

Good answer: "Yes. We've worked with 50+ startups. Here are examples. Here's our approach."

Bad answer: "Yes, we work with everyone."

Red flag: No startup examples. Generic approach.

2. "How fast can you deliver?"

Good answer: "5-7 days. Here's our process. Here's our guarantee."

Bad answer: "It depends. Quality takes time."

Red flag: No timeline. No guarantee. Vague answers.

3. "What's included in pricing?"

Good answer: "Everything. Design, development, hosting, support. Here's the breakdown."

Bad answer: "Basic package. Add-ons cost extra."

Red flag: Hidden fees. Unclear scope. Surprise charges.

4. "What support do you provide?"

Good answer: "Post-launch support included. Updates. Guidance. Ongoing partnership."

Bad answer: "Launch and done. Support costs extra."

Red flag: No ongoing support. Launch-only focus.

The Red Flags

No Startup Experience

Problem: Never worked with startups. Don't understand constraints.

Why it matters: Startups are different. Need different approach.

Slow Delivery

Problem: 3-6 month timelines. "Quality takes time."

Why it matters: Startups need speed. Time to market matters.

Unclear Pricing

Problem: Vague estimates. Hidden fees. Surprise charges.

Why it matters: Startups can't afford surprises. Budget certainty is essential.

The Bottom Line

Vetting agencies requires asking the right questions. These questions help you find the right partner.

Without vetting: Wrong agency. Wasted money. Poor results.

With vetting: Right agency. Smart investment. Great results.

The choice is clear.

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