Website design for La Crosse-area service businesses and nonprofits
Award-winning La Crosse website design that helps people find you, trust you and reach out
Bernadot Studios builds 5-page websites for service businesses and nonprofits from $1,000. Free content writing, local support and a 100% satisfaction guarantee before launch.
- Websites start at $1,000, with clear pricing up front
- We write all of your page content for free
- Local support with direct access to Scott Bernadot
Best Website Designer of 2025 in La Crosse, WI, by Business Rate. Serving 100+ La Crosse-area businesses and nonprofits since 2003.
Recent client websites designed by Bernadot Studios.
Why is my website not bringing in customers?
Most local websites fail for one of four reasons. If even one is true, it is costing you trust and customers.
- Your website is hard to find on Google and you want better rankings
- Your website looks outdated, or you need one built, and you want something to be proud of
- Your website’s visitors are not turning into leads, and you do not know why
- Your current support person is slow to respond to your emails and phone calls
A website that reflects your business, earns trust and brings you customers
You get a site you are proud to send people to, built right and maintained right so it works for your business.
A clean, modern website
A responsive, mobile-friendly design that reflects the quality of your business.
Better visibility on Google
Every site is built with on-page SEO best practices and submitted to Google for indexing, so more people find you in searches.
All the pages you need
Services, Contact, About and more are built right in. We help you decide which pages you need and which you do not.
Trust-building elements
Testimonials, badges and clear calls to action turn visitors into leads.
Local, responsive support
We promptly reply to every phone call, email or text message you send. No call centers.
A working part of your marketing
Not just an online business card: a website that helps your business grow.
How we build your website in three simple steps
It is as easy as 1, 2, 3. We take care of everything for you.
1Reach out
Give us a call or send a message. Get your questions answered and solid pricing, then sign up.
2Complete a simple form
Fill out our onboarding form. We write all of the content for you for free, saving you hours of work.
3We build, launch and support
Go live with confidence and get local support that keeps your site working and improving as your business grows.
How much does a website cost in La Crosse?
A professional 5-page website starts at $1,000 as a one-time project fee, plus a $99 per month service suite when paid annually. Monthly payments are also available at $119 per month.
The 5 essential pages are Homepage, About Us, Services, Contact Us and Accessibility. These can be changed as needed, and we help you decide what you need. You can add more pages for $200 each.
Have a special need, such as a blog, online payments, online forms or third-party code integration? Just ask and we will quote it before we begin. No surprises, no hidden fees.
- Responsive, mobile-friendly design
- Ability to manage your own content
- Site launched in under 30 days
- Accessibility built in to serve people of all abilities
- We write all page content for you, saving hours of time and frustration
- Priority support: direct access to Scott Bernadot
What the monthly service suite includes
Hosting, support, maintenance, security, licensing and restoration are covered by the service suite, so there are no surprise bills. Paid annually, it saves you $240.
Priority support
Get your questions answered in minutes, not days, with direct access to Scott Bernadot.
Fast, secure web hosting
High-speed SSD drives, servers that are never overloaded, daily malware scanning, up to 1GB of storage and unlimited bandwidth.
Daily backups
Your website is backed up every night through our hosting service.
Email services
Use your own domain name with your email accounts. Up to 3 are included, and additional accounts are $25 each.
Daily software updates
We proactively keep your website protected by applying all updates for you and fixing any issues that arise.
Website security
We configure your website to stay vigilant against malware and prevent unauthorized access.
Site restoration
In the rare event of a security breach, we restore everything and resolve all issues at no cost to you.
Licensing
We pay the license fees for you, including Divi Theme, Gravity Forms and WP Rocket.
Fast-loading pages
Pages load in under 3 seconds. Fast websites are good for Google rankings and for visitors.
Illustration of the outcome we work toward, not a real result.
How a fast, clear website helps Google, Maps and AI assistants recommend you
Your website is the page every search engine and AI assistant reads first. Page titles, headings, internal links, schema and page speed all influence Google and AI-powered search.
Google’s AI Overviews pull from high-authority content across the web, and they appear most often for “how” and “why” questions. Local packs still dominate location-based searches, so your website and your Google Business Profile both matter.
That is why every Bernadot site is built with on-page SEO, fast pages and clear structure. Then we add the rest of local online marketing: online reviews, citation listings on sites like Yelp and Facebook, and City Pages for every town you serve.
Proof is in the length of our client relationships
Business Rate named Bernadot Studios Best Website Designer of 2025 in La Crosse, WI.
What does it take to serve a client for 20+ years? Honesty. Dependability. Fair pricing. Results.
Colgan Air Services has been a client since 2000, Firefighters Credit Union since 2004, and Cary Heating & Air Conditioning since 2006.
What it is like working with Bernadot Studios
“It’s amazing, I picked the right company. I wish I would’ve done it sooner.”
Greg Voigt · Owner of sprayfoamsolutionswi.com
“And the fact that the searchability of my website has improved so much already is amazing to me – you’re a magician! Thank you.”
Dr. Will Klein · Owner of superiorvasectomy.com
“I’ve been working with Scott for several years on design of the Shawano County Historical Society website. I appreciate his upbeat nature, expertise, suggestions, communication style and timeliness. Thanks so much!”
Michael Oberle · Volunteer, Shawano County Historical Society
“Scott did an amazing job redesigning our business website. Very responsive, easy to work with, and made the whole process simple. The new site looks much more modern and professional. Highly recommend!”
Google review
“Scott is always quick to respond whenever we have a website question. He goes the extra mile to provide ideas and suggestions then makes sure we are happy with any changes or updates.”
Google review
“We’d been having an email issue in our business that 2 other I.T. people that we’d talked to hadn’t been able to resolve for us. After talking with Scott about the issue he agreed to help us and had it resolved in under an hour.”
Google review
Business types we work with
Our website design and local SEO services are set up for service-based businesses and organizations. Examples include restaurants, HVAC, schools and instruction, banks and credit unions, medical, dental and health services, churches, tax preparers and accountants, lawyers, construction and home builders, auto body shops, hair, nail and beauty salons, car repair, landscapers, home cleaning, IT and networking, day care centers, photographers, plumbers, electricians, painters, pest control, roofing contractors, travel agents, concrete and insulation services, gyms, taxi services, welders, title companies, dog services, engineers, senior living, carpet installation and cleaning, insurance agencies, moving companies, entertainers, rental services, printers, yoga studios, and nonprofit and service organizations.
Need a logo as well? Read about our logo design service, or see the full list of client testimonials.
Important: we currently do not accept e-commerce website projects for product-based businesses or listing websites for real estate or property rentals. These projects fall outside of our web building system and expertise.
Our main service area is within 60 miles of La Crosse, WI
We work with clients in La Crosse, Onalaska, Holmen, Galesville, West Salem, Viroqua, Sparta, Tomah, La Crescent, Houston, Winona and Rochester. See all the areas we serve, including website design for Onalaska, Holmen and Winona.
Reviews shown are real client quotes. Layout is an illustration.
What is your website design guarantee?
Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed before launch. If your website is not right, we will work with you to fix it. If we cannot meet your expectations, we will refund your money.
You will not pay for a website you are not happy with.
Frequently asked questions about website design in La Crosse
What is your website design guarantee?
Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed before launch. If your website isn’t right, we’ll work with you to fix it. If we can’t meet your expectations, we’ll refund your money. You won’t pay for a website you’re not happy with.
How much does a website cost in La Crosse?
At Bernadot Studios, website pricing is clear and upfront. A professional 5-page website starts at $1,000, with optional ongoing support available for $99/month (billed annually). That includes fast hosting, daily backups, security, updates, and local support. If your project requires more pages or custom functionality, you’ll receive a detailed quote before we begin. No surprises, no hidden fees. Just fair, transparent pricing designed for service-based businesses in the La Crosse area.
What makes you different from other designers or agencies?
You get 22+ years of local experience, transparent pricing, direct access to your designer, and results-driven websites built to grow trust and attract customers. All based here in La Crosse, WI and priced with fair, affordable prices and money-back guarantees.
Do you provide logo or branding design?
Yes. We offer logo design for $500. Includes multiple designs and iterations to get you the logo you want. If we cannot meet your needs, we will refund all of your money.
Can you write the content for me?
Yes. We currently offer FREE content writing and editing to ensure your message is clear, persuasive, and aligned with local SEO.
What if I already have a website?
You have options. Redesign your site: we can create a brand-new website while keeping your existing domain name. Support for existing sites: we also offer ongoing support for most WordPress websites we didn’t build, pending a quick review to confirm eligibility.
Will my site show up on Google?
Yes. We build every site with on-page SEO best practices and submit it to Google for indexing. Additional SEO services are available for more aggressive search goals.
What’s included in the $99/month support plan?
You get fast, secure hosting with daily backups, full site restoration, continuous security monitoring, cleanup in case of a breach, daily software updates and licensing managed for you, email service, web hosting, and priority support seven days a week.
Do I own my website?
Absolutely. You own your website, content, domain, and hosting accounts. We never lock you into proprietary systems or hidden contracts.
Will I be able to update my website myself?
Yes. Your site is built on WordPress, which allows you to easily make updates. We also provide guidance and support if you ever need help.
How long does it take to build a website?
Most websites are completed within 30 days, depending on your responsiveness and the complexity of your project.
Why choose a local web designer near me instead of a national agency?
Working with a local web designer like Bernadot Studios means you get a partner who understands your market, your customers, and your competition. We’ve helped over 100 La Crosse area service businesses build websites that get found and trusted locally. Plus, you get direct support (no call centers) and fast responses, even on evenings and weekends. When you’re searching for a “web designer near me,” you’re really looking for someone you can count on, and that’s exactly what we deliver.
Let’s get your business online the right way
If you’re ready for people to find you, trust you, and choose you, let’s talk. You’ll get honest answers and clear pricing. You can also add Google Business Profile management or online reviews to your website.