Remember back to the time when mobile website design was more of a ‘luxury’ or ‘advantage’? Well, it didn’t seem that long ago..but, as we know it, mobile design is becoming a ‘must have’. If your company does not have a mobile site plan or is in the process of implementing one, we suggest that you should start considering or developing one. If not, you may find yourself behind in the digital World. For those that need options on launching a mobile website, this post may find you well. Keep in mind, that these are merely suggestions for short term and long term options.

1. Create a separate mobile version: what this means is to have two separate versions of your site. One that uses your main URL and the other that has a mobile specific domain name, such as, m.netsearch.com. This is one approach, but not one that is highly suggested. It will not be responsive to all digital devices. It will only respond to the device it was designed for. Also, this isn’t the best option in regards to SEO. Having one URL to optimize is a much better solution. You may find this to be a better short term option while in the process of designing for number 4.
2. Download a plugin: Another option is to download a plugin that will create a mobile site for you. There are certain plugins within WP that can eliminate the headaches that might come with a mobile site design. Once the plugin is downloaded it will allow for installation of software, which will develop mobile site versions that will work on all digital devices. As for SEO, this is a much better solution then creating two separate sites. But, it is still not the best. The problem with plugins is the fact you can lose a lot of branding elements. Typically the plugin will re-create the site nicely, but will be barebones in terms of branding. When users see a site that does not look like the one off a PC, they most likely will become confused thinking it is another company and leave the site.
3. Develop a mobile app: Instead of trying to recreate your site. Another option would be to develop an app that has all of your site’s information and branding. This is just an added option, but truly it would not be a complete replacement of your mobile site. This would be another short term option.
4. Design a responsive site: A responsive site is going to be the absolute best scenario in terms of both design and SEO. What responsive means is that it will automatically resize to the specified digital device each user is using, whether it be desktop, mobile, tablet, etc. It also allows you to keep one URL with your branding and content. NetSearch Direct is now offering only responsive designed websites. Please contact us if you would like to have a new website designed or with any questions in regards to responsive design!

The In-House Advantage is a law firm that offers businesses the unique benefits of in house legal counsel integrated into the business process. This in house legal service is designed especially for businesses that are dealing with commercial transactions such as contracts, intellectual property issues and business partnerships on a frequent basis but are not in need of a full-time in house lawyer.

Netsearch Direct was pleased to partner with The In-House Advantage and Sheila Marsh in order to fully design and develop her website and provide homepage SEO services. We created a beautiful website design for The In-House Advantage that is elegant in its simplicity and pleasing to look at, with powerful graphics that help convey the firm’s message and bring to life the site’s rich content. We added the most efficient and relevant keywords for the homepage search engine optimization.

If you would like to know more about the In-House Advantage or the services they offer contact Sheila Marsh at 804-751-0257 or visit The In-House Advantage website.

The In-House Advantage
Client Contact: Sheila Marsh
804-751-0257
http://in-houseadvantage.com/

Renewal by Andersen is a window replacement company which has several replacement divisions in the United States. Renewal by Andersen is one of the most trusted brands in America. They are an industry leader in window replacement and provide quality, value and service you can trust. They offer many types of windows including specialty windows, bay and bow windows and even Andersen hinged and sliding patio doors. Many of their windows are energy efficient. Renewal by Andersen offers professional installation by certified window specialists.

Netsearch Direct was pleased to partner with Renewal by Andersen. Our specialists were able to create their website, along with hyper local websites for each area of service for Renewal by Andersen. Our SEO specialists have also helped make their website more search engine friendly. We have helped to increase their search engine rankings for many different keywords and we have also added content to several of their web pages. We have been happy to help them obtain valuable keywords in SEO and also help them with many different aspects of their web site.

Renewal by Andersen is one of the best companies to find replacement windows. To get a free estimate on windows in your area visit Renewal by Andersen‘s website to find a location near you.

Renewal by Andersen
http://www.findreplacementwindows.com/

MGM Law is a full service law firm in Richmond, VA. They have experienced litigators who can handle the most complicated civil litigation for business clients in any court in Virginia. The firm has received the highest ratings for both quality of work and legal ethics from the nation’s leading evaluator of lawyers and their performance. Their talented lawyers offer practical and cost-effective guidance to meet the goals of clients.

Netsearch Direct was excited to offer website migration services and SEO (search engine optimization) for MGM Law’s website. We were able to successfully migrate a previous website into a new website for them. Also, we fully optimized their website for search engines to attract more visitors and ultimately more business for MGM Law.

If you’re in need of a good lawyer in Richmond, VA contact MGM Law at 804-288-3600 or visit MGM Law’s website for more information.

1802 Bayberry Court
Suite 200
Richmond, Virginia 23226
804-288-3600
www.mgm-law.com

Mister Sparky of Richmond is the fastest growing residential electrical service provider in North America. The name “Mister Sparky®” comes from the common use of the term “sparky” or “sparks”, meaning electricians, in company founder Patrick Kennedy’s native Ireland.  They provide various electrical services and offer highly trained master electricians to help with all your installations and repairs. Mister Sparky provides personal service in a timely and efficient manner.

Netsearch Direct was happy to offer website design services as well as search engine optimization services for Mister Sparky’s website. Our website designer was able to keep the look of the website similar to the brand and also make it unique for the Richmond location. Our SEO specialists used search engine optimization to help the website rank higher with search engines and gain more traffic. We also performed some SEO copywriting for the websites content in order to optimize it fully for search engines.

If you need an electrician in Richmond, VA contact Mister Sparky today at 804-249-5888 or visit Mister Sparky of Richmond’s website for more information.

Client Contact: Travis Cox
6712 Janway Road
Richmond, VA 23228
(804)249-5888
www.mistersparkyrichmond.com