Question 1

Custom WordPress Theme Development

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Yes. Custom themes are built from scratch or from a minimal starter, depending on the project requirements. Off-the-shelf themes are not used for new builds.

Question 2

WooCommerce Development and Setup

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Yes. WooCommerce setup, customisation and extension development are all available depending on the scope of your project.

Question 3

Taking Over an Existing WordPress Site

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Yes. An initial audit of the existing site is carried out to assess code quality, plugin stack and technical configuration before any work begins.

Question 4

What is the difference between WordPress development and WordPress maintenance?

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Development covers building or significantly changing a website. Maintenance covers ongoing management after the site is live.

Question 5

How long does SEO take to show results?

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For most small businesses in Manchester, expect to see meaningful local ranking improvements within 3 to 6 months of consistent work. The most competitive terms, such as professional services categories with strong existing competition, can take 6 to 12 months to move materially. GBP and map visibility for specific local searches often moves faster than organic rankings. The compounding nature of SEO means the businesses that see the clearest results are the ones that have invested consistently over 12 months or more. Anyone suggesting faster timelines for competitive Manchester searches without qualification is worth being cautious about.

Question 6

Do I need a new website to improve my SEO?

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Not necessarily, but in a competitive market the technical quality of your site matters more. If your current site has speed problems, poor architecture or was built on a platform that limits technical control, trying to optimise it may produce limited returns compared to rebuilding on a proper foundation. If the site is technically sound but simply hasn't been optimised, there is often significant room for improvement without a rebuild. I'll assess your site specifically and give you an honest view of which situation applies.

Question 7

What is structured data and does it matter?

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Structured data is markup added to your website code that explicitly tells Google what type of business you are, where you operate, what services you offer and other key facts about your business. It matters because it reduces the ambiguity Google has to resolve through interpretation. In a competitive market, every signal that gives Google more confidence about what your business does contributes to where you appear. It is also used to generate rich search features: local knowledge panels, FAQ results and other enhanced listings. I include it as standard on every project.

Question 8

How much does SEO cost?

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Ongoing local SEO for a Manchester business typically starts from around £350 to £600 per month for a focused local campaign. More competitive campaigns targeting high-volume Manchester searches require more sustained work and cost more accordingly. By comparison, Manchester agency retainers for comparable work often start from £1,500 per month or more. I charge for the actual work rather than the postcode, and I give you a fixed cost and a clear scope before anything starts.

Question 9

Do you work with Manchester businesses remotely?

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Yes. Everything runs remotely. Manchester is a couple of hours from Telford and there is no practical difference to working together compared to a business anywhere else in the UK. Communication is by email and video call, work is shared for review as it progresses, and you have direct access to me throughout. The fact that I am not based in Manchester is directly reflected in what you pay.

Question 10

Do you work with businesses in Manchester?

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Yes. Daylan Design works with businesses across Manchester and the wider UK. Most projects run entirely remotely with no impact on quality or communication.

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