The Ashcroft blog
Checklist · 5 min read
Five things every tradesperson's website needs
The five things a roofer, electrician, plumber or builder's website needs to actually win work, not just look nice.
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14 October 2026
Guide · 5 min read
Do I still need a website if I'm on Facebook and Google?
Social pages and Google listings help people find you. A website is what convinces them to actually get in touch.
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7 October 2026
Guide · 6 min read
Ashcroft vs a web agency vs Wix: which is right for a small business?
Upfront costs, monthly costs, time to launch and who does the work, compared side by side.
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28 September 2026
Guide · 7 min read
How much should a small business website cost in the UK?
Typical prices for DIY, freelancers, agencies and managed sites, plus the extras that catch people out.
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28 September 2026
Website advice for small businesses, in plain English.
Honest guides on costs, options and getting found online, written by the people who build the sites.
Coming up
Seven website mistakes that quietly cost small businesses customersSoon
Website photos: what actually helps (and what to skip)Soon
What to put on your contact page to get more enquiriesSoon