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Bulkheads & Boathouses

Overview

JMC, also known as Bulkheads & Boat Houses, is a specialized marine construction company offering high-end custom solutions for waterfront properties. Despite their industry reputation, their digital presence was falling short due to a poorly developed website built on a generic WordPress template.

After months of frustration, thousands of dollars in sunk costs, and lackluster results, JMC partnered with us to overhaul their website experience. What resulted was a streamlined, high-performance website that exceeded expectations—at a fraction of the cost they had previously paid.

The Challenge

JMC had entered into a long-term contract with a web development agency that relied on an off-the-shelf WordPress template. While the website looked acceptable at first glance, it was riddled with performance issues, bugs, and a lack of customization to suit the company's unique brand and needs.

  • High monthly fees: JMC was spending hundreds of dollars per month—totaling over $4,000 in just a few months.
  • Restrictive contract: The agreement was difficult to exit, locking them into poor service.
  • Unresolved bugs: Despite repeated requests, critical bugs remained unfixed.
  • Lack of support: The client was left with minimal communication or help from the original provider.

The cost-to-value ratio was heavily imbalanced, leaving the JMC team frustrated and without a dependable digital partner.

Our Solution

After identifying their pain points, we proposed a complete rebuild of the website with a focus on:

  • Custom design tailored to JMC's brand
  • Optimized performance for faster load times and improved SEO
  • Clean, maintainable code with scalable architecture
  • Improved mobile responsiveness and user experience
  • Clear calls-to-action for lead generation

We developed a custom website from the ground up—no templates, no bloat—ensuring full control over the design and functionality. The site reflected JMC's professionalism and industry expertise, elevating their credibility with potential clients.

The Result
  • Significant cost savings: The new website was completed for a fraction of the cost JMC had already spent.
  • High client satisfaction: The owner was thrilled with the final product and praised its clean look, speed, and usability.
  • Better performance: Page load times improved drastically, and SEO fundamentals were implemented from day one.
  • Long-term scalability: The new site was built to grow with the business, making future updates easier and more cost-effective.
Conclusion

This project is a powerful reminder that more expensive doesn't always mean better. "Cheap" monthly costs tend to cost more than the "Expensive" option. JMC's experience underscores the importance of transparent contracts, custom-fit solutions, and ongoing support. By prioritizing quality over shortcuts, we delivered a site that works for the client—not against them.

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