Web Design & SEO for Local Service Businesses in California

Free website — no build fee — only a monthly retainer

We build your site for free. No upfront cost, no contracts. You pay month-to-month only if it's working for you.

Local businesses don't have time to gamble on big agency fees. So we take on the risk. You get a real website, live fast, and keep it only if it brings in work.

Free website No build fee Month-to-month No contracts
By the numbers
57+
Sites built
98%
Client retention
48hrs
Avg turnaround
4.9
Avg rating
Your website is free
No build fee. No setup cost. Just a flat monthly retainer that covers everything.

Three things done exceptionally well.

We keep it focused. Three services, refined until they actually move the needle.

01

Web Design

Custom websites built to convert visitors into customers. Fast, mobile-optimized, and built specifically for your business and your market.

  • Custom design, no templates
  • Mobile optimized
  • Contact forms and call tracking
  • Live within 48 hours
  • SEO optimization included
Included in retainer
02

Search Engine Optimization

Show up when people in your city search for what you offer. We handle local SEO, Google Business, and on-page optimization so you rank and stay ranked.

  • Local SEO targeting
  • Local search ranking
  • Monthly reporting
  • Competitor analysis
Included in retainer
03

Paid Advertising

Google Ads and Meta campaigns that generate real leads, not just clicks. Every dollar tracked, every campaign optimized for cost per lead.

  • Google Ads management
  • Meta and Facebook ads
  • Lead tracking and reporting
  • No long term contracts
Included in retainer
The Vern Studios difference

Your website is completely free.

No upfront build fee. No setup cost. We build your site at no charge — you just pay the monthly retainer that covers design, hosting, updates, and ongoing support.

Get your free website
57+
Websites built
98%
Client retention rate
48hrs
Avg turnaround
41%
Avg lead increase

Built for businesses like yours.

Every site we build is custom to the business. Here's a look at some of the work we've done for local service companies across California.

Roofing

Peak Roofing Co.

Sacramento, CA
Calls up 43% in 60 days
Landscaping

Verde Landscaping

Fresno, CA
Top 5 on Google for "landscaping Fresno"
HVAC

Alpine HVAC Services

Bakersfield, CA
32 new leads in first month
Cleaning Service

Bright Clean Co.

San Diego, CA
Booked out 3 weeks in advance
Junk Removal

Haul Pro Junk Removal

Oakland, CA
Revenue up 28% in 90 days
Painting

Castillo Painting Co.

Stockton, CA
Fully booked 6 weeks out

Real results from real business owners.

"Before Vern Studios we were invisible online. Now we get calls every week from people who found us on Google. Best investment we've made."
M
Marcus T., Owner
Peak Roofing Co., Sacramento, CA
"They had our site live in two days and it looks better than companies three times our size. The phone started ringing within the first week."
D
Diana R., Owner
Bright Clean Co., San Diego, CA
"I was skeptical at first. Now I wish I had done this two years ago. The site pays for itself every single month. Worth every penny."
J
Jorge M., Owner
Haul Pro Junk Removal, Oakland, CA

Your website is free.

No build fee. No setup cost. We build your website at no charge — you only pay the monthly retainer that covers everything.

Web Design + SEO
$0 build fee
$97 /month

A custom website plus local SEO built for your business at no upfront cost.

  • Custom design, no templates
  • Mobile optimized
  • Contact forms & call tracking
  • Live within 48 hours
  • Hosting included
  • SEO optimization included
  • Unlimited updates
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Enterprise Growth
Full Stack
Website + SEO + Paid Ads

The complete growth stack: website, SEO, and paid ads all working together. Custom pricing based on ad spend and scope.

  • Everything in Advanced SEO + Web
  • Google Ads management
  • Meta & Facebook ads
  • Lead tracking & reporting
  • Monthly strategy call
  • Priority support
Let's chat

All plans are month-to-month. No long-term contracts. Your site stays live as long as the retainer is active.

Good at what you do. Zero online presence.

You've put in the work to build something real. The problem is nobody can find you. While you're relying on referrals, your competitors are showing up on Google and taking jobs that should be yours.

Fast turnaround, fair pricing, real results. No fluff, no runaround.

Fast delivery

Most sites live within 48 hours of kickoff. We don't drag our feet.

Fair pricing

Transparent rates with no hidden fees or long term contracts.

Real results

We measure success by calls and leads, not impressions and traffic.

Always available

Dedicated support you can actually reach. Questions answered fast.

4.9
4.9 average client rating
Across all active and past clients based on post-project reviews
48h
48 hour delivery
Average time from payment to live website, start to finish
41% average lead increase
Average increase in inbound leads across clients in the first 90 days
No long term contracts
Month to month on all retainers. Stay because it works, not because you have to.
$0
Zero build fee
Your website is built for free. You only pay the monthly retainer, and it stays live as long as the retainer is active.

Ready to get more customers?

Fill out the form and we'll get back to you within one business day. No pressure, no sales pitch, just a straight conversation about what we can do for your business.

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Email
hello@vernstudios.com
Response time
Typically within a few hours
Site delivery
48 hours from payment
Reminder

Your website is 100% free — no build fee, no setup cost. You only pay the monthly retainer.

We'll respond within one business day. No spam, ever.

Common questions.

Everything you need to know before getting started.

Still have questions? We're happy to chat.

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Most websites are live within 48 hours of kickoff. We move fast because we know your time is money. Once we have your information and content, we get to work immediately.

The retainer covers everything: your website build (at no charge), hosting, ongoing updates, technical support, and any of the additional services you've signed up for. One flat rate, no surprises. The site stays live as long as the retainer is active.

No. All retainers are month-to-month. You stay because it works, not because you're locked in. Cancel anytime with 30 days notice.

We host and maintain the site as part of the retainer — that's how we keep the price low and response time fast. Your site stays live as long as the retainer is active. The content and design are built for you, and we work to keep you with us because results speak for themselves.

We specialize in local service businesses — roofing, HVAC, landscaping, cleaning, plumbing, painting, junk removal, and similar trades. If you serve customers in a specific city or region, we're a great fit.

No. You can start with just a website, just SEO, or just paid ads. Most clients start with a website and add services as they see results. We'll recommend what makes sense for your business and budget.

Fill out the contact form above. We'll reach out within one business day to schedule a quick call. From there, we'll put together a plan and get your site live within 48 hours of kickoff.