Custom Web Development Services Without Agency Pricing

Agency-level work, built directly by an experienced developer — no middlemen, no bloated teams, and no inflated hourly rates.

Most web agencies charge $100–$200/hour.

You’re not just paying for the work — you’re paying for:

Account
managers

Project
managers

Layers of
communication

Possibly inexperienced developers

I do things differently

I build custom websites, integrations, and systems at an agency level – but you work directly with me, and you’re paying for the work…not the overhead.

What “Agency-Level” Actually Means

This isn’t template flipping or dragging blocks around.
When I say agency-level, I mean:

Custom WordPress development
(no bloated builders)

API integrations
(PayChex, shipping, payment systems, etc.)

Performance-focused
builds

Security & fraud
prevention

Scalable solutions that grow with your business

If your project involves real functionality — not just a brochure site — this is where I shine.

Real Projects. Real Results

SPHERE Newsletter's Website

NYSSA’s Quarterly SPHERE Publication

Custom authentication + multi-site integration

  • Built a full WordPress platform for a statewide medical organization
  • Created a custom login system tied to their main website
  • Eliminated the need to manage two separate user systems
  • Supports members-only gated content

This is the kind of system agencies charge five figures for — and maintain monthly.

Screenshot of JacobyTransportation.com

Jacoby Transportation

PayChex API Integration + Employee Portal

  • Integrated PayChex APIs directly into WordPress
  • Employees can log in and view paystubs securely
  • Eliminated manual payroll distribution
  • Reduced admin workload significantly

This isn’t “web design” — this is solving real operational problems.

Gallon Historical Art Website Screenshot

Gallon Historical Art

Custom WooCommerce + Advanced Shipping Logic

  • Built a fully custom WooCommerce experience
  • Created custom shipping logic based on product SKUs
  • Integrated with fulfillment workflows
  • Integrated with Printful to offer Print-On-Demand products

This is the kind of customization most developers avoid — I lean into it.

Official website of Military Artist James Dietz

Historical Publishing, LLC.

eCommerce + Fraud Prevention of JamesDietz.com and MilitaryArtPrints.com

  • Re-platformed legacy systems into WooCommerce
  • Integrated Square for payments
  • Implemented custom fraud detection systems
    • auto-cancel suspicious orders
    • block repeat offenders

Not just building sites — protecting revenue.

Agency vs MAjor Designs

Let’s be real about the difference:

AgencyMAjor Designs
$100–$200/hr$75/hr
Multiple layers of communicationYou work directly with me
Junior devs doing the workI build everything
Slower turnaroundFaster execution
Generic solutionsCustom-built for your business

You’re not getting “less” — you’re getting more focus, more experience, and less overhead.

I’m not the right fit for everyone — and that’s intentional. This works best if you:

  • Need custom functionality, not just a basic site
  • Are tired of developers who can’t execute
  • Want someone who can own the entire project
  • Value speed, communication, and results
  • Web Design (clean, modern, conversion-focused)
  • Custom WordPress Development
  • WooCommerce Development
  • API Integrations
  • Website Security & Fraud Prevention
  • Performance Optimization
  • Hosting & Maintenance