WEBSITE DEsign
Custom, Responsive Websites
Designed to Grow Your Business
Your Website Should Reflect the Quality of Your Work
Just like any great home starts with a solid foundation, so does your online presence.
At Maine Street Marketing, we build custom-designed websites that don’t just look amazing—they’re built to perform. From the very beginning, we develop your website with a plan in place to support SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and GEO (Generative Engine Optimization). That means we consider how your site is structured, how content is organized, and how customers, search engines, and AI-powered platforms will find and understand your business while we’re building—not after the website is finished.
Your website will be responsive, mobile-friendly, easy to navigate, and designed to provide a seamless experience across desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
We build the foundation for visibility from day one, so your website is ready to grow with your business and the changing ways people search, discover, and choose who to do business with.
Maine Street Marketing Websites are Powered by Smart Tools. Built by Real People.
We believe technology should enhance creativity—not replace it. While we use AI and other innovative tools to help us work smarter, AI doesn’t design or write your website for us. Every website we create is thoughtfully developed by our team, working closely with you to understand your business, your customers, and your vision.
Need help finding the right words? We’ve got you covered. Our copywriting services help shape your ideas into content that is clear, engaging, and built with SEO and GEO visibility in mind. Because even as the way people search evolves, great content still matters.
Ready to sell online? We also design secure, credit-card-enabled e-commerce websites that make it simple for your customers to browse, shop, and buy with confidence.
At Maine Street Marketing, technology supports the process—but people, ideas, and strategy lead it.
Reliable Hosting & Mobile-Friendly Website Designs That Help Keep You Ahead of the Competition
Once your website is built, it needs a reliable home — and that’s where our hosting platform comes in. Our clients enjoy peace of mind knowing their website is secure, up-to-date, and built to keep up with ever-changing technology.
More than half of all web traffic comes from mobile devices, and Google has made mobile-first indexing the standard. That means your site is ranked based on how it performs on smartphones — not desktops.
The good news? All websites we build are fully responsive, meaning they automatically adapt to look great and function smoothly on every device. No separate mobile site is needed. Just one beautiful, user-friendly website that works everywhere — and works for you.
Remember, you are considered “homeless” on the World Wide Web without a website. Yes, some businesses have Facebook and other social media pages; however, you have little control over how those sites are managed. Do not get me wrong; having a presence on social media is essential and can add value to your online experience. You need to have both!
At Maine Street Marketing, we're confident you’ll love the website we create for you—so confident, in fact, that we don’t lock you into a long-term contract. We believe in earning your business month after month with real results, ongoing support, and a site that works as hard as you do.
Maine Street Marketing has turned our website from drab to fab. They helped us every step of the way. They stayed on top of us to make sure we gave them the information they needed to complete the website and get it up and running.
Joseph Correia
Frequently Asked Questions About Web Design and Marketing
What services does Maine Street Marketing provide?
Maine Street Marketing provides website design, search engine optimization, Generative Engine Optimization, digital advertising, social media management, branding, direct mail, listings management, and reputation management. We primarily help small and medium-sized businesses improve their visibility, attract local customers, and generate more leads.
Does Maine Street Marketing build websites for small businesses?
Yes. Maine Street Marketing designs mobile-friendly, search-engine-optimized websites for small businesses, contractors, restaurants, professional services and other local organizations. We can build a new website, redesign an outdated site, or help manage and improve an existing website.
What is the difference between SEO and GEO?
SEO helps a website appear in traditional search engines such as Google and Bing. Generative Engine Optimization, or GEO, structures website content so AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, and other answer engines can more easily understand, reference, and cite the business. The strongest strategy combines SEO and GEO.
How can SEO help a local Maine business?
Local SEO helps a Maine business appear when nearby customers search for its products or services. This may include optimizing the website, Google Business Profile, service-area pages, online listings, reviews, page titles, and locally relevant content. Better local visibility can produce more calls, website visits, and qualified leads.
What areas does Maine Street Marketing serve?
Maine Street Marketing is based in Saco and serves businesses throughout Southern Maine, including Biddeford, Scarborough, Portland, Kennebunk, Wells, York, Sanford, Westbrook, and surrounding communities. We can also work remotely with businesses throughout Maine, New Hampshire, and other locations.
How much does a new business website cost?
The cost of a new website depends on its size, features, content requirements, and customization level. E-commerce capabilities, copywriting, online forms, and ongoing SEO can also affect the price. Maine Street Marketing provides a customized proposal after learning about the business, its goals, and the website features it needs.
How long does it take for SEO to produce results?
SEO is an ongoing process, and results are rarely immediate. The timeline depends on the website’s condition, competition, location, target keywords, and the consistency of the optimization work. Some improvements may appear within a few months, while competitive searches typically require a longer-term strategy.
How long does the process take, from kickoff to launch?
Timelines vary with scope, but the biggest factor is usually how quickly a business can get us content — photos, copy, logo files, and so on. Simpler sites move faster; sites with e-commerce, booking systems, or a lot of custom content take longer. We map out a realistic timeline together during the proposal stage.
Do I own my website and domain, or are they tied to Maine Street Marketing?
We don't lock clients into long-term contracts, so you're never stuck with us. Domain and hosting specifics vary by project — we're happy to walk through exactly what you own and what's included before you sign anything.
Can I switch from an old website to a new one without losing my Google rankings?
A redesign is a common time to lose rankings if you don't handle it carefully. We build with SEO fundamentals in place from day one — heading structure, meta tags, image descriptions — and can plan the transition so your existing search visibility carries over instead of resetting to zero.
What's the difference between a full redesign and building a brand-new site?
A redesign works with what you already have — your domain, existing content, and search history — and rebuilds the look, structure, and performance around it. A brand-new build starts from scratch, which usually makes sense for a business that's never had a real website or is significantly repositioning. We'll recommend whichever fits your situation during the consultation.
Will my new website help with "near me" and local search results?
Yes — this is a big part of why we build sites in-house rather than handing you a generic AI-generated template. Local visibility depends on things like mobile-friendliness, page speed, and how clearly you describe your location and services, all of which we build in from the start. It pairs directly with our SEO and GEO work.Note: This may require additional SEO work.
What is GEO, and does my website need to be optimized for it?
GEO stands for Generative Engine Optimization — making sure your business shows up when people ask AI tools like ChatGPT or Google's AI Overviews for a recommendation, not just in traditional search results. It's an increasingly important complement to SEO, and we build it in from the ground up rather than bolting it on later.
Can I edit or update my own website after it's live?
That depends on the platform and how hands-on you want to be. Some clients like to make small text or photo updates themselves; others prefer we handle every change. We'll set expectations upfront, and since there's no long-term contract, you're never locked into more support than you actually want.
What do I need to provide before you can start building?
Typically: your existing logo and brand materials (or a plan to create them if you don't have any yet), photos, any copy you already have written, and access to your current domain if you're transferring one. If you're missing pieces, we offer copywriting and can help fill the gaps.
Is a custom website really different from using a DIY builder or AI website generator?
Yes. DIY and AI-generated sites can look fine on the surface but often fall short on what actually drives results — mobile performance, page speed, and search-engine and AI-visibility fundamentals. Our sites are custom-designed with people leading the strategy, not automated templates, and every site includes built-in SEO tools from the start.
Does my industry matter — do restaurants, contractors, and service businesses need different things from a website?
Absolutely. A restaurant site typically needs to highlight menus, hours, and reservations; a contractor's site needs to build trust quickly and make it easy to request a quote; a professional services site often leans on credibility and clear service pages. We tailor the structure and features to your industry — we even have a dedicated program for restaurants.
What happens after my site launches — is there ongoing support?
Launch isn't the finish line. We include free software upgrades and new features, and we monitor performance through analytics and site stats so we can flag opportunities as they come up. Because there's no long-term contract, staying with us after launch is a choice you keep making, not one you're locked into.
How do I get started with Maine Street Marketing?
Contact Maine Street Marketing by calling 207-229-8159 or 207-807-1485, emailing howcanwehelp@mainestreetmarketing.com, or submitting the website contact form. We will learn about your business, review your current marketing efforts, and recommend the services that best align with your goals.
Smart Websites That Do More Than Just Look Good
Your Website Is More Than Just a One-Time Project — It’s Your Digital First Impression
At Maine Street Marketing, we don’t just build websites — we help you manage a powerful online presence. A great website isn’t something you set and forget. It needs to stay fresh, accurate, and engaging. Outdated hours, old photos, or incorrect information can frustrate customers and turn away new leads. Your website is often the first impression people have of your business — let’s make sure it’s a great one. With us, you’ll get a professionally designed site that’s easy to update, built to grow with your business, and backed by a team that’s here to support you every step of the way.
Connect Your Website to the Social Media World
No matter the size of your business, having a strong social media presence is essential — and we make it easy to integrate. Our digital marketing solutions allow a seamless connection between your website and platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, and LinkedIn. Whether you want to link to your profiles or embed live feeds (like a real-time Twitter or Instagram feed), we’ve got you covered. It’s a simple and effective way to boost your online visibility and keep your audience engaged. We include custom-matching social media icons and widgets at no extra cost, so everything blends beautifully with your website’s design.
Let Your Happy Customers Do the Talking
Customer reviews speak volumes about your business. They build trust, attract new customers, and help you retain the ones you already have. In fact, 97% of consumers say reviews influence their buying decisions — so showcasing them on your website is a must. We can seamlessly integrate a live testimonials feed right into your site, keeping fresh, authentic feedback front and center where it matters most.
Website Features
Unlimited SITE TRAFFIC
Many providers set limits on the number of hits your site is able to receive. We don't penalize our clients for becoming successful. You can be confident that your site will handle increased traffic at no added cost.
EMBEDDED VIDEOS
Customers place tremendous value in online videos. From video testimonials to product tutorials, there are endless uses for this unique feature. That's why we developed our exclusive Video Widget, which enables you to upload and post videos to your site in minutes! And if you want to have the social sharing capabilities and broad access of a YouTube or Vimeo hosted video, not to worry. We have tools that will allow you to embed those videos on your site as well.
We offer Video production services for an additional charge. We use local videographers that come with years of shooting and editing experience.
RESPONSIVE SITE DESIGNS
Our Responsive websites automatically adjust their usability and width for a PC, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. The result is that there is no longer a need to create separate sites for PCs, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. A single site can be created, enhanced and updated. Concerns about keeping PC and mobile sites updated and looking consistent are eliminated. Instead, you can spend your time focusing on your business. Search engine optimization concerns related to maintaining multiple websites for PCs and mobile devices are also eliminated. It is just one more way we will help your business rank high on search results from websites like Google.
Our Responsive websites look better and are more functional than ever. Many great-looking Responsive Website design options are available. Also, the eCommerce pages on our Responsive websites are automatically responsive too! Our Web designers have spent countless hours researching the web's most successful sites in order to develop effective, professional website layouts and designs. Our user-friendly platform makes it easy for you to choose from a myriad of options whenever you want to change the look and feel of your site.
Website Features
FREE SOFTWARE UPGRADES
Our team of software engineers are constantly adding new features to our proprietary solution. As our valued client, you will always receive access to our newest tools - at no additional cost! Some of the most recent upgrades have been increasing the size of the email box from 1 GB to 2.5 GB. As of December of 2016, we have added a full suite of special animated effects to give your site some extra attention. This is an important feature in that the web is always changing and your site needs to stay current. Our Platform keeps you current.
SEO TOOLS
We provide within the platform the tools to help optimize your website. Tools like heading tags, image descriptions, and meta tags are easy to use. Once the site is built, we will produce a site map for the search engines. This works hand in hand with Visibility & Metrics. There are other areas that can help you be seen better on search engines. Keep in mind, Search Engine Optimization is an ongoing process not a "set it and forget it."
eCOMMERCE
Sell Your Products Online! Have Your Customers Pay Their Bill on Your Website!
You can create a distinctive product catalog, complete with a virtual shopping cart, merchant account access, advanced pricing features, payment options, order processing tools and customized shipping, handling and tax rules. Display thousands of products with a full range of options, including multi-image support, product categories and descriptions, pan and zoom image features, customer-generated wish lists and review capabilities, price rules and discounts and even side-by-side product comparisons!
Multiple Billing Options -- Process credit card payments online in real time, and have orders automatically sent via email. Regardless of which payment and billing options you enable on your website, you can be confident that all of your transactions are safe and secure on our SSL-encrypted network.
Downloadable and Virtual Products -- Even if you do not sell physical products, our Digital Marketing solution gives you the power to increase your business' profitability. You can use our revolutionary virtual product tools to sell downloadable products like MP3s or eBooks directly through your site!
We now have the ability to have your customers pay their bill on your website. They set up an account one time and then pay the bill. Returning customers just need to login into their account to pay a bill.
Website Features
VISIBILITY METRICS
Get Found & Measure Your Success
It does not matter how impressive your website is if customers are not able to find it. Our site promotion capabilities help you gain exposure on the web by guiding you through the optimization and search engine submission process.
Site Statistics -- With our solution, it is easy to evaluate the effectiveness of your Web marketing efforts. Find out which search engines generate the most traffic to your site, which keywords result in the most hits, how many hits your site has received, which pages your visitors viewed and much more! In addition to our own statistics engine, if you require additional visibility into the efficacy of your website, you can place Google Analytics on your site as well.
APPT RESERVATION TOOLS
We did not forget about the service industries. With our Digital Marketing solution, businesses like restaurants and salons can enable customers to schedule reservations or appointments directly through their site. It does not get any more easy or convenient than that!
BLOGS
Use our simple, straightforward tools to seamlessly integrate content from your Blogger or WordPress accounts into your website. You can keep customers and site visitors in the loop about industry news, upcoming store events, or any other updates that your audience will appreciate.
PHOTO GALLERIES
No matter what industry you are in, a website that features rich images will appeal to visitors and enhance your business' credibility. Our photo gallery tools allow you to create a comprehensive image portfolio. Whether your gallery showcases completed projects or provides a virtual tour of your brick-and-mortar location, you'll love how effortlessly you can add, edit, and publish a collection of photos.
SECURE HOSTING
Your website will be hosted at our ultra-secure server facility with tiered, high-performance Dell PowerEdge servers powered by Intel Xeon processing technology. Your website traffic will be load balanced across clustered and fault tolerant Dell servers, Cisco networking devices and Network Appliance storage systems.
Our servers are located in Las Vegas NV and in facilities that are protected from fires, floods, earthquakes, power outages, and other disasters - natural or otherwise. A few of the measures we take at our secure facility include: Remotely-monitored video surveillance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, hand-scanning authorization sensors using biometric recognition for clearance, server racks reinforced against seismic anomalies and scientifically exact bracing that adjoins our server racks and the caging environment to a below-floor channel, Dual-Layer Firewall Protection -- Our network is protected by a dual-layer firewall security system using Cisco ASA firewalls, thus making it virtually impossible for hackers or unauthorized users to compromise the integrity of your website.
Website Design - Frequently Asked Questions
Updated 08.03.2026