East Valley Web Developer · Chandler, AZ

Websites that help East Valley businesses grow

Hi, I'm Alec Zorn — a senior software engineer based in the East Valley of Phoenix, AZ with 10 years of experience building web applications, most recently in enterprise fintech. Now taking on freelance projects for small businesses and local brands.

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10+Years of Software Engineering Experience
24hrAverage Response Time to Inquiries
100%Custom Code, No Website Builders
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Why I Do This

I was 12 years old the first time I built a website — a scrappy fan page for my favorite baseball team, hand-coded in plain HTML. I was instantly hooked, and honestly, there hasn't been anything else I've wanted to do since. A decade into my career, I still get the same rush from watching an idea turn into something real on screen, and I bring that same energy to every project I take on.

I've called the East Valley home for years, and there's nowhere else I'd rather be. The weather, the community, the people I've met along the way — it's all been amazing, and I want to put some of that back into this community. Freelancing lets me do the work I love while helping local small businesses get the modern, professional online presence they deserve.

About Me

I'm a software engineer with a decade of experience designing and building web applications, including several years as a Senior Software Engineer at Wells Fargo delivering secure, full-stack features for a regulated fintech platform used across the company. I'm now taking on freelance projects in the East Valley — Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Queen Creek, and the surrounding areas. Whether you need a brand new site, a redesign of something outdated, or just some help keeping things running smoothly, I can help you get a professional online presence without the agency price tag.

Modern, secure, custom-coded — no website builders.

Loads FastLooks Great on Any DeviceSecure & ReliableBuilt to LastSEO-Friendly FoundationsNo Website Builders

What I Can Build For You

New Website Builds

Fast, responsive, mobile-friendly websites built from scratch to fit your brand.

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WordPress Repair & Fixes

Broken layouts, plugin conflicts, errors after updates, slow pages and forms that stopped sending.

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Website Redesigns

Modernize an outdated site with a clean new look and better performance.

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Website Maintenance

Updates, bug fixes and small feature additions so your site stays reliable. $50/month.

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Landing Pages

High-converting single-page sites for promotions, events, or new businesses.

Cloud Hosting & Uptime Architecture

Production-grade cloud deployment with performance tuning, active monitoring, and redundant infrastructure engineered for exceptional speed and near-zero downtime.

Custom Dashboards & Smart Tools

Tools that connect to hardware and APIs so you can monitor and control your systems from one simple screen, similar to the home server dashboard I built for myself.

How It Works

A simple, four-step process from first call to launch day.

1

Consultation

Day 1

A free, no-obligation call to talk through your goals, must-have features, and budget.

2

Design

Week 1

A custom mockup tailored to your brand, revised with your feedback until you love it.

3

Build

Week 2

Your site gets hand-coded, tested, and optimized for speed, security, and mobile devices.

4

Launch

Week 3

We go live together, and I stick around to make sure everything runs smoothly after launch.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

No agency markups, no surprise invoices — just an honest estimate up front.

Base Project Fee

$500

Covers setup and planning, and applies to every project regardless of size.

Hourly Rate

$75/hr

Custom design and development work, billed transparently for the time it takes.

Most Small Business Sites

$1,000 – $2,500

Combines the base fee with design and development time — most simple sites land in this range.

Every project starts with a free, no-obligation consultation and quote.

After launch, ongoing maintenance and support is $50/month, which covers up to 2 hours of updates and support per quarter.

Hosting, domain registration, and third-party service costs are billed separately. For most small business sites, hosting is typically around $10-20/month.

More complex builds, such as e-commerce, booking flows, or advanced custom integrations, are quoted individually based on scope.

Recent Work

Also Built

Home Server & Network Dashboard

A self-hosted mini PC running a Python API that talks to my router and game servers, paired with a custom React dashboard where I can monitor diagnostics, manage dedicated game servers, adjust router settings, and even trigger reboots and Windows updates remotely.

A personal project, but reach out if you would like a live demo.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a website cost?

Most small business websites run $1,000–$2,500, based on a $500 base project fee plus $75/hr for custom design and development. You will always get an upfront estimate before any work begins.

Do you handle hosting?

Yes — I can set up and manage hosting for you, or work with a hosting provider you already have.

How long does a project take?

Most small business sites take about 2–3 weeks from kickoff to launch, depending on how quickly we finalize content and feedback.

Do you offer support after launch?

Yes. I offer ongoing maintenance plans, and I am always available for updates or fixes as your business grows.

Do I need to provide the content and photos?

Not necessarily — I can help write copy and source stock imagery, or use professional photos you already have.

What is included in the project price?

Project pricing covers custom design and development. Hosting, domain registration, and third-party service fees are separate (typically around $10–$20/month for basic hosting). More complex builds like e-commerce, booking systems, or advanced integrations are scoped and quoted individually.

Let's Talk About Your Project

Fill out the form below with a bit about what you need, and I'll get back to you to schedule a free consultation. Prefer to talk? Call, text, or message me on WhatsApp at (480) 490-4889 (Mon–Fri, 8am–6pm).