Existing websites eventually need updating. The redesign vs. rebuild decision depends on what’s actually broken.
Choose redesign if
- Platform (WordPress, Shopify) still fits business needs
- Site structure works
- Content is mostly current
- Issue is primarily visual/aesthetic
- Performance is acceptable
Cost: 40–60% of new build cost. ₱25,000–₱100,000 typical.
Choose rebuild if
- Platform doesn’t fit current needs (moving from Wix to WordPress, or WordPress to Shopify)
- Site structure inhibits growth
- Performance is poor and rooted in technical foundation
- Business has changed significantly (new revenue model, new audience)
- Site is more than 5 years old with minimal updates
Cost: Full new build budget. ₱65K–₱320K depending on tier.
Hybrid approach
Most successful refreshes combine:
- New design system applied to existing platform
- Selective rebuild of underperforming pages
- Migration of content and SEO equity preserved
Decision indicators
If you’re paying for a redesign but still need to fix performance, change platform, or restructure significantly — you actually need a rebuild.
Redesign or rebuild decision needed? Send your details through the contact page for a specific recommendation within one Philippine business day.
Frequently asked questions
- Should I redesign or rebuild my website?
- Redesign if the platform and structure still serve your needs but the design is dated. Rebuild if the platform is wrong, the technical foundation is poor, or business has changed significantly.
Working with webdesigner.ph
- Service tiers — Start, Scale, Sell. What each tier includes and what it doesn't.
- Published pricing — Fixed price ranges per tier, named exclusions, and the payment schedule.
- How the process works — Discovery, design, build, and launch, with milestone-gated payment.
- Maintenance plans — Hosting, security, and content updates from ₱4,000/month.
- Get a specific quote — Reply within one Philippine business day.