No page builders or WordPress. We offer 100% hand-coded websites & applications with superior results as well as Google Ads and SEO services.
Highwood Web Designs delivers expert web design and development for small businesses across the US and Canada. We hand-code every site for exceptional speed and performance, making sure your website ranks higher on Google and attracts more customers. We handle all ongoing updates and changes for you—no technical headaches, ever. Our commitment is to build lasting partnerships, so you can focus on your business while we take care of your online presence and growth.
We start building your site for mobile devices first making sure the code is as lean and optimized with no bloated waste and makes the site even more responsive.
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Your website will fit all mobile screens sizes, tablets, and desktop sizes so visitors can access your site from anywhere and see a beautiful site no matter the screen size.
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If your site takes more than 3 seconds to load you can lose up to 50% your traffic because it took too long. Our sites load 1 second or less ensuring everyone that visits your site reaches it.
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We have an in-house SEO specialist who understands local SEO and how to rank in your local market with plenty of case studies to show results and monthly reports.
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We also offer Pay-Per-Click Google ads creation and management with our Google Ads expert who can create effective ad campaigns to maximize your ROI.
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Effortlessly manage your business with a powerful suite of built-in admin features. Instantly add blogs, update service pages, manage FAQs—all from a user-friendly dashboard.
New to business? We’ll help you launch, grow, and understand every tool—no tech skills required.
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Over the years, we’ve partnered with a wide range of clients across the US and Canada—including tech
forums, therapy groups, event organizers, home service professionals, restaurants, consultants,
healthcare clinics, and accounting firms.
Whatever your field, we create websites that are modern, engaging, high-performing, and uniquely
designed for your goals.
A robust tech blog and product review platform built with Next.js & TypeScript. Features include user authentication, dynamic blog and item submissions, admin tooling, automated SEO sitemaps, analytics, real-time scalability, and comprehensive testing. Designed for both performance and community engagement.
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Canada’s go-to events directory, featuring powerful user authentication, blog and event submissions, admin controls, analytics, and real-time event updates. Built with the latest web technologies for SEO, accessibility, and mobile-first performance.
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A creative producer’s portfolio blending cinematic flair and interactive design. Showcases original work with stunning 3D-generated backgrounds, video integration, and dynamic project galleries—delivering an immersive digital experience on any device.
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A high-impact real estate photography site showcasing stunning property visuals for listings and marketing. Features professional photo galleries, mobile-optimized layouts, and a seamless client inquiry process—helping realtors and homeowners stand out online.
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A compassionate online therapy group designed for Canadians seeking meaningful support, growth, and connection. The site features secure, private virtual sessions, profiles for experienced therapists, and a simple booking process—making mental health care accessible wherever you are. Built for privacy, comfort, and convenience on any device.
Visit WebsiteWhen it comes to website load times, not very many can get the Google PageSpeed scores that we get with each and every site. Test your website load times with Google PageSpeed Insights and see what your current site is scoring right now.
We’ve been lucky to work with awesome business owners across Canada and the US, helping them turn big ideas into real results. Our clients trust us to make their websites fast, modern, and worry-free—so they can focus on what matters most. We treat every project like it’s our own, and we love watching our clients succeed.
Working with Nolan was easy from day one. He took the time to really understand my business and made updates quickly—even late at night! The end result is a site that’s both beautiful and easy for me to update.
I never thought I’d actually enjoy the process of getting a new website, but working with Encore changed my mind. They answered every question with patience and explained things in plain English. Highly recommended.
As a small business owner, I needed someone I could trust. The Encore team delivered more than I expected—my new site loads instantly, and customers are already noticing the difference. It feels like I have a partner, not just a web guy.
