When a Website Does Not Need a Full Rebuild

by Oliver Havis, Developer

A full website rebuild is expensive, disruptive, and often unnecessary.

In many cases, the issues I see come down to:

  • Slow loading times
  • Confusing navigation
  • Outdated content
  • Broken forms or tracking

None of these automatically require starting from scratch.

Before Recommending a Rebuild

Before recommending a rebuild, I look at:

  • Whether the site structure still makes sense
  • If performance issues can be fixed
  • Whether the CMS is still viable
  • How much content would need rewriting

Sometimes the Best Solution Is Simpler

Sometimes the best solution is:

  • Improving page speed
  • Simplifying the navigation
  • Fixing the contact flow
  • Cleaning up the backend

A rebuild should solve a specific problem, not just make things look newer.

Not Sure What You Need?

If you're unsure whether your site needs a rebuild or just some targeted improvements, it's usually worth reviewing before committing to a big project. Get in touch and we can take a look together.

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