Web Design
Cedar Studios Web Design
STOP losing customers to your competitors
We've heard this story countless times:
You built your own website. Or you trusted an agency to build it for you. You had a clear vision—that your website would reflect your personality, values, and professionalism.
But the result fell short.
The DIY website builder turned into an endless nightmare of:
- confusing plugins
- broken links
- layouts that never looked "quite right"
Or ... the agency-built site no longer represents what your business has evolved into.
You feel stuck with something outdated and impersonal. Now potential customers land on your website and wonder, "Are they even still in business?"
So they click away and buy from your competitors instead.
You know your website needs an overhaul. But the memory of that complicated, stressful process stops you cold. The idea of tackling SEO, mobile responsiveness, and security certificates feels daunting, like you need an advanced degree in computer science.
You're frustrated. You're tired. You're losing customers every day.
If this feels painfully familiar...you're not alone.
The Cedar Studios Difference
A better way to do design
At Cedar Studios, we transformed web design from a confusing chore into an effortless, personalized service.
Great service isn’t just a perk—it’s the core of what we deliver.
WOW, amazing website, and amazing service. Cedar Studios have been the easiest website developers I have ever worked with.
Cedar Creek Lanes
Matthew Winfrey
We don't settle for "stuck." Instead, we meticulously handcraft your website until it perfectly matches your business vision.
If you aren't completely thrilled with your new website, we'll refund your money. All of it.
YES, YES, YES! Cedar Studios is fantastic... they heard my needs and were in tune with my vision, and took it beyond what I could have imagined. They are responsive, efficient and detail oriented. I couldn't be happier with the outcome of my website. Thank you Cedar Studios!!!
Mind Empowerment
Danielle Japenga
But our service doesn’t end when your site goes live. We handle your website’s hosting, security, and technical updates, freeing you from the stress of DNS records, SSL certificates, and broken plugins.
Need an image updated, a new promotion highlighted, or copy adjusted for the latest market trend? Just send an email—we handle the rest.
Quickly. Professionally. Free of charge.
Cedar Studios made having a website for my small business so easy and seamless! I would highly recommend Cedar Studios for your small biz website needs!
The Hair Lounge
Madison Robertson
Our Background
Your website, managed by industry experts
Why choose Cedar Studios over other web designers?
Our team includes seasoned web engineers who have supported businesses generating millions in annual revenue. Every Cedar Studios website is personally reviewed by our User Experience (UX) Engineer, who holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Iowa. Your new website will not only look stunning—it’ll be strategically designed to convert visitors into paying customers.
Ryan Glanz, PhD
Lead UX Engineer
With a doctorate in Psychology from the University of Iowa, Ryan brings a deep understanding of human behavior to website design. He ensures every Cedar Studios website is optimized for both user experience and conversion.
And the best part? No distant agencies or frustrating communication—we're right here in Cedar Rapids.
Our Process
What you get with a Cedar Studios website
Initial Design Phase. Receive a beautifully hand-designed website tailored specifically to your business. Request unlimited revisions until you absolutely love your site.
Custom Branding. Tired of your current branding? We'll craft a stunning new logo, cohesive color palette, and professional typography at no extra charge.
Professional Copywriting. Never lose another sale due to unclear or ineffective writing. We collaborate with you to create compelling copy that resonates deeply with your ideal customers.
SEO-Focused Development. Our hand-coded websites are optimized for the latest SEO practices. All content is carefully keyword-researched to boost your site's visibility.
Mobile Optimization. More than half of your potential customers view your website from their phones. Our "mobile-first" approach ensures your site loads quickly and looks incredible on any device.
Dedicated Support. Forget the headaches of technical jargon. You'll have direct access to a friendly developer who will answer your questions clearly and quickly. Website updates are just an email away.
Zero-Headache Maintenance. Leave DNS records, hosting hassles, and security certificates to us. We handle it all, so you can focus entirely on your business.
Reserve Your SpotTestimonials
Listen to what our clients are saying...
Havlik Bookkeeping
Destrea Havlik
Cedar Studios did a fantastic job redesigning my website! Not only does it look amazing, but it's also more functional and easy to navigate. Since the update, I've noticed a significant increase in website views and client inquiries, which has been a game changer for my business. Beyond their design skills, Cedar Studios is incredibly responsive and reliable. Anytime I have a question or need an update, they are quick to help. Having them manage my site month-to-month gives me peace of mind, knowing everything is running smoothly. If you're looking for professional, talented, and proactive web designers, I highly recommend Cedar Studios!
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Peaceful Mindset Counseling
Echo Kent
Cedar Studios was wonderful to work with! They created wonderful content for our website, captured the essence of the work we do, and inputted any feedback we provided. They also completed the entire website in less than two weeks. Highly recommend!
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CR Face Painting
Lizzy Dvorsky
Incredible results, speedy, and my website is already performing well on Google. I love the detail that they put into the website design and that they took the time to make sure everything I wanted was on there, and added in some awesome ideas that I wouldn't have even come up with. The website is easy to navigate and both functional and attractive. 10/10 would absolutely recommend!!
Visit the siteHow we stack up
How Cedar Studios compares to other solutions
DIY Website Builders
Professional Design
(Limited templates)
✗
Ongoing Maintenance
DIY
✗
Free Content Updates
DIY
✗
Local Support
Chat/Email only
✗
Technical Setup
DIY
✗
Monthly Cost
$25-50 + hours of your time
Traditional Agencies
Professional Design
✓
Ongoing Maintenance
Usually extra
✓
Free Content Updates
Usually billed hourly
✗
Local Support
Varies
✗
Technical Setup
Usually extra
✗
Monthly Cost
$300+ (before maintenance and updates)
Cedar Studios
Professional Design
Unlimited revisions
✓
Ongoing Maintenance
Included
✓
Free Content Updates
Unlimited updates
✓
Local Support
Cedar Rapids based
✓
Technical Setup
Fully managed
✓
Monthly Cost
$175 (no extra fees)
| Feature | DIY Website Builders | Traditional Agencies | Cedar Studios |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Design | ✗ Limited templates | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ongoing Maintenance | ✗ DIY | ✓ Usually extra | ✓ Included |
| Free Content Updates | ✗ DIY | ✓ Usually billed hourly | ✓ Unlimited |
| Local Support | ✗ Chat/Email only | ✗ Varies | ✓ Cedar Rapids based |
| Technical Setup | ✗ DIY | x Usually extra | ✓ Fully managed |
| Monthly Cost | $25-50 + hours of your time | $300+ (before maintenance and updates) | $175 (no extra fees) |
Our Offer to You
Ready to get a more competitive website?
Join the growing number of businesses who trust Cedar Studios. Simply fill out the form below and we'll quickly get in touch to discuss your specific website needs.
Plans start at just $175/month—with zero upfront cost for design and development (12-month initial contract, then month-to-month).
We are so confident you'll love your new website that if you're not 100% satisfied, you'll get your money back—no questions asked.
How can we afford to do that? Because we've never once had a customer take us up on this offer.
The first 10 businesses 8 businesses to sign up will also receive our SEO package (great for competing in local SEO) for free.
SEO Package
Google Business Profile Optimization
Complete profile optimization to boost local visibility in Google Search.
SEO Pages
5 hand-written service pages with strategic keyword research
Stop letting a slow, outdated website push your customers to competitors.
Get the website your business deserves.
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P.S. There are just 8 spots left for our SEO package offer. Don’t miss out—secure your spot now!
