WordPress Website Development
RT7 Media builds custom WordPress websites for Northern Virginia and DC metro businesses — from initial discovery through launch and beyond. Every site is hand-coded, fast, and designed to convert.
Get a Free QuoteWhy Your Business Needs WordPress Website Development
Designed around your goals
No templates, no drag-and-drop filler — every design decision is made for your specific audience and what you want them to do.
Fast by default
Core Web Vitals optimized from the start: minimal plugins, deferred assets, and server-level caching baked in before launch.
Built to rank
Clean semantic markup, structured data, and technical SEO fundamentals wired up so search engines can find and trust your site.
You own everything
We don't lock you into proprietary platforms. Your code, your hosting, your data — always fully in your control.
Our WordPress Website Development Process
Discovery & Strategy
We start by learning your business: who you serve, what you offer, and what success looks like. We map out the site structure, content needs, and technical requirements before writing a line of code.
Design
Wireframes and mockups built around your brand — reviewed and approved before development begins. We don't start building until you're confident in what you'll get.
Development
Custom WordPress theme built to spec, hand-coded without starter templates. We integrate only the plugins and third-party tools your site actually needs.
Launch & Handoff
Pre-launch QA, performance testing, and a guided walkthrough so you can manage your own content. Ongoing maintenance plans available after launch.
What's Included
- Custom WordPress theme (not a starter template)
- Mobile-first responsive design across all devices
- Core Web Vitals optimization
- On-page SEO setup: titles, meta descriptions, structured data
- Contact form with Cloudflare Turnstile spam protection
- WordPress CMS training for your team
- 30-day post-launch support
Why RT7 Media
We've built on WordPress since the early days and know where it excels — and where it needs help.
We're a Northern Virginia studio, not a remote agency. We understand the DC metro market and can meet in person.
From law firms and nonprofits to publishers and construction companies — we've shipped sites across every sector.
We offer maintenance plans to keep your site updated, secure, and fast long after the launch party is over.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a WordPress website cost?
Custom WordPress projects at RT7 Media typically run $3,000–$15,000 depending on scope, number of pages, and required integrations. We provide a detailed proposal after a short discovery call — no vague ranges.
How long does a WordPress build take?
Most projects take 4–8 weeks from kickoff to launch. Timeline depends heavily on how quickly content and approvals come in on your end. Larger builds run 10–14 weeks.
Do you offer ongoing support?
Yes. Our maintenance plans cover WordPress core, plugin, and theme updates; daily backups; uptime monitoring; and priority support response. Plans start at $99/month.
Can you migrate my existing site to WordPress?
Absolutely. We migrate from Squarespace, Wix, Webflow, legacy HTML, and other WordPress installs regularly. Ask about our migration service when you reach out.
Get a Free Quote
Tell us about your project and we'll respond within one business day.
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1Free initial consultation We learn about your goals and what success looks like for your business.
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2Detailed written proposal Clear scope, timeline, and fixed-price quote — no surprises.
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3No obligation, no pressure Talk to us before you decide. We earn your business, we don't assume it.
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