The verdict in three sentences
In 2026, a small business website in Dublin costs between 1,900 and 12,000 EUR (excl. VAT) whether you aim for a simple showcase, a pro package with blog and SEO, or fully custom. Recurring costs — domain, hosting, maintenance — total 100 to 230 EUR/month. A digital grant can cover up to 500 EUR, worth mobilising at quote stage to lighten the upfront investment.
The 3 tiers compared for 2026
A tradesperson or retailer usually chooses between three levels. Here is what each includes.
| Tier | Content | 2026 price (EUR excl. VAT) | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-page showcase | About, contact, responsive | 1,900 - 3,500 | 2 - 3 wks |
| Pro + blog + SEO | + blog, local SEO, analytics | 3,500 - 6,500 | 3 - 4 wks |
| Custom | Unique design, modules, animation | 6,500 - 12,000 | 4 - 5 wks |
For a small business that wants to be found locally, the pro package at 4,000-5,000 EUR offers the best visibility-to-price ratio: local SEO changes everything on Google Maps searches.
Recurring costs and the digital grant
The site price is only part. Here are the extra fees to budget.
| Item | 2026 cost | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Domain name | 12 - 30 EUR | /year |
| Hosting | 5 - 20 EUR | /month |
| Maintenance | 60 - 180 EUR | /month |
| SSL certificate | Included (Let's Encrypt) | - |
| Digital grant | up to - 500 EUR | one-off |
Over a year, expect between 800 and 2,500 EUR of recurring cost depending on the maintenance plan. A digital grant reduces the first invoice by the same amount.
Mini case study
Karim, owner of a cabinet-making workshop in Dublin (3 staff), has only a Facebook page and loses enquiries. He hesitates between the 2,800 EUR showcase and the 4,800 EUR pro package. He picks pro for local SEO, deducts a 500 EUR grant (net: 4,300 EUR) and adds 90 EUR/month maintenance. His average job is worth 3,500 EUR. The site brings 2 qualified enquiries/month, 1 of which converts: an extra 3,500 EUR of monthly revenue. The net site is paid off in under two months, and the yearly maintenance (1,080 EUR) is covered by a single job.
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FAQ
Is a 1,900 EUR showcase enough for a small business?
For a simple online business card, yes. But without local SEO or a blog it brings almost no inbound enquiries: that is the role of the pro package from 3,500 EUR.
How do I get a digital grant?
Schemes offer diagnostics and grants up to 500 EUR depending on period and region. Check the official portal before signing, as amounts change.
Can I cut maintenance to zero?
Not advisable: without updates a site is hacked or broken within 6-12 months. A minimal plan at 60 EUR/month covers security and backups.
Do I own the domain name?
Demand the domain in your name (12-30 EUR/year), not the agency's. It is your asset: never leave it with a third party.
How long until I'm online?
Between 2 and 5 weeks by tier. The timeline depends mostly on how fast you supply text and photos.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your trade, the target tier (showcase, pro, custom) and your budget: we price everything, grant included. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
