It's never been easier to build a website—but not all websites are created equal. Here's why small business owners across Grapevine and DFW are shifting back toward custom, hand-coded sites.
It's never been easier to build a website—but not all websites are created equal. If you've considered Wix, Squarespace, or WordPress themes to save money or time, you're not alone. But there's a reason small business owners across Grapevine and DFW are shifting back toward custom, hand-coded sites: performance, control, and long-term ROI.
At Forte Web Designs, we hand-code every site from scratch—for good reason.
Page builders come loaded with scripts, plugins, and bloated code that slows your site down. Even a beautiful theme can tank your load time—and speed is a direct SEO ranking factor.
Hand-coded websites strip out the fluff. They're built lean and fast, with just what your business needs—and nothing it doesn't.
The more plugins you use, the more vulnerable your site becomes. One outdated tool can break your layout or expose your data.
Forte's custom builds rely on clean, minimal code—no plugins, no auto-updates, and no headaches.
Most templates force you to fit your business into their layout. We flip the script. Every custom site is tailored to how your customers actually behave—whether that's calling, booking, or buying.
With a hand-coded site, the design starts with your goals—not generic blocks.
Template sites often need SEO plugins (Yoast, RankMath, etc.) to get basic functionality. We build every page with clean metadata, proper header structure, alt tags, schema, and optimized code from day one.
That means your site starts strong—and stays strong in search.
With most site builders, you're on your own. At Forte, you get direct access to a 100% USA-based team that's here for updates, SEO help, or growth ideas. You're not just buying a website—you're getting a partner.
If you're ready to stop fighting your website and start growing with it, we're ready to help.
📍 Serving Grapevine, Southlake, and businesses across Dallas–Fort Worth.
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