NorCal Earthworks
+1,196% Google search clicks90-day comparison · through Sep 15, 2026
An SEO-first contractor website with service and city landing pages, local planning content, and cost calculators connected to estimate capture.
Website design & development
Web design services that bring in customers from Google and AI search.
Every site we build is set up to show up on Google and in AI answers like ChatGPT, and designed so visitors call or ask for a quote. One site we built went from 60 to 776 Google clicks over the same 12 weeks a year apart.
Strategy, design, development, and a partner after launch.
Built for ambitious businesses
Our work
Websites we built, and their Google search results
The Bee Conservatory
Nonprofit website for Sacramento's bee rescue and conservation organization. Features swarm reporting system, donation integration, volunteer signup, and educational content — built pro bono by Verlua as a show of support.
Built to be found and to convert
What does a Verlua website include?
A Verlua website is built to bring you customers: it is set up to be found on Google and in AI answers, and designed so the people who land on it call or request a quote. A one-time build costs $2,500 – $5,000. Every build includes the six things below, and you own the code, the domain and the accounts.
Found on Google
A page for each service and area you serve, clean titles and descriptions, internal links, schema markup and a Google Business Profile that points to the right pages.
Found in AI answers
Built for ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews (AEO): text AI crawlers can read, crawler access in robots.txt, answer-first pages, FAQ schema and an llms.txt file.
Built to turn visitors into leads
One clear next step on every page: click-to-call, short quote forms or booking, with call and form tracking so you see which pages bring inquiries.
Fast on every phone
Mobile-first and tested on phones, tablets and desktop, because most people searching for a service do it on a phone.
A design that looks like you
A visual identity and layouts shaped around your business and customers, so you look like the obvious choice in the search results.
Yours to own and manage
A CMS your team can update, plus your code, domain, accounts and documentation. No minimum contract.
How it works
How does a website project with Verlua work?
Four steps. You approve the design before the build starts. The screenshots and the Search Console clicks below come from sites we built.
- 01Page planIllustration
- Home
- A page per service
- A page per city you serve
- Quote or booking request
Discover
We get clear on your customers, goals, and what the current site needs to do better.You getA page plan for your site - 02
Design
Review the page structure, content, and visual direction before the build begins.You getApproved page designs - 03
Build
We develop the site, connect your tools, and test the experience across devices.You getA tested site with working forms - 04
Launch & grow
Launch with a clear handoff, then improve the site and search visibility as your business grows.You getSearch Console tracking from day one
A scope that fits
How much does a website from Verlua cost?
A standalone website build costs $2,500 – $5,000 one-time, depending on pages, integrations and timeline. If you want SEO from day one, we can bill the build as part of a monthly engagement instead: $2,500/mo during launch months, then ongoing SEO from $1,000/mo (about $1,500/mo in competitive industries).
Website + ongoing growth
$2,500/mo during launch months
A common redesign + SEO structure is $2,500/mo for the first 2 months (site work included with SEO), then $1,500/mo for the following months of SEO in a competitive market.
Exact pricing depends on scope, competition, and timeline. These figures reflect what we typically quote for local service businesses; every engagement is confirmed after a free audit or discovery call.
Get a tailored proposalA standalone website project
$2,500 – $5,000 one-time
Prefer a one-time project invoice instead of monthly billing? We also take project-based website and redesign builds—scoped and quoted after discovery based on pages, integrations, and timeline.
From a focused landing page to a business website, online store, or custom platform, we agree on the scope and deliverables before work begins.
Discuss your projectBuilt around the right platform
Which platform should your website be built on?
We work with React, Next.js, WordPress, and Webflow. The recommendation comes from your content, integrations, budget, and how you want to manage the site. Need a chatbot, quote intake or other AI feature built into it? See our AI development services.
Questions
Web design questions, answered
How long does it take to build a professional website?
Timeline varies based on complexity. A simple business website typically takes 3-4 weeks, while complex custom websites with advanced features take 8-12 weeks. We provide a detailed timeline during our discovery phase based on your specific requirements.
Do you design mobile-responsive websites?
Yes. Every site is built mobile-first and tested on phones, tablets and desktops. Most people who find a service business on Google do it on a phone, so that is where the site has to work best.
Can you redesign my existing website?
Yes, we specialize in website redesigns. We analyze your current site, identify improvement opportunities, and create a modern design that enhances user experience, improves conversion rates, and aligns with current web standards.
What content management systems do you work with?
We work with various CMS platforms including WordPress, Webflow, and custom Next.js solutions. We recommend the best CMS based on your technical comfort level, content needs, and long-term goals.
Will my website show up on Google and in AI answers?
Every site is built to be found. For Google: a page for each service, clean titles and descriptions, internal links, fast loading and schema markup. For AI answers like ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews: the text is in the page HTML where AI crawlers can read it, AI crawlers are allowed in robots.txt, pages answer real questions in the first lines, and an llms.txt file describes your business. No one can guarantee rankings or AI placement. Ongoing monthly SEO is how a site keeps climbing after launch.
Is the website built to bring in leads?
Yes. Every page has one clear next step: a call button, a short quote or estimate form, or a booking link. Forms send to your inbox, and calls and form submissions are tracked so you can see which pages and searches bring in inquiries.
Do you provide ongoing website maintenance?
Yes, we offer comprehensive maintenance packages including security updates, content updates, performance monitoring, backups, and technical support. Your website stays current, secure, and performs optimally.
Can you integrate third-party tools and services?
Yes. We integrate CRM systems, email marketing platforms, payment processors, booking systems, analytics tools, and any other third-party services your business needs.
What happens if I need changes after launch?
We provide training so you can make basic content updates yourself. For design changes, new features, or technical updates, our support packages ensure you have ongoing access to our development team.
Is a professional website still worth it in 2026?
For a service business, yes. A website gives Google and AI tools like ChatGPT pages that spell out what you do, where you work and what it costs, which helps them match you to the right searches. Your Google Business Profile, ads and social pages all send people somewhere, and the website is the one place you own that can turn that visit into a call or a quote request.
Can AI build my website instead of a web designer?
An AI website builder can get a good-looking site live fast, and some include basic SEO settings. What brings in customers is the work around the site: a page for each service and town you serve, answers to the questions buyers search, call and form tracking, and someone reading Search Console every month and adjusting. That strategy and upkeep is what you pay us for. We use AI tools in our own workflow too.
Want a website that brings in customers?
Tell us about your business. We reply within one business day with what we would fix first.