Custom Web Design & Development in Minneapolis

We're a small 3-5 person team that builds websites and apps because we genuinely love doing it. No account managers, no project coordinators, no fluff. Just people who write code and design things, working directly with you.

(763) 260-4422

What We Build

Websites, apps, and Shopify solutions for small-to-medium businesses that want enterprise quality without the enterprise price tag.

Custom Websites

Clean, fast, responsive sites built from scratch. No bloated templates, no page builders. Just hand-written code that loads fast and looks sharp on every device.

Web Applications

Custom dashboards, internal tools, customer portals, SaaS products. Full-stack development with real databases, authentication, and APIs that scale.

Shopify Development

Custom Shopify apps, theme modifications, and storefront integrations. We built LabLinks from scratch and know the platform inside and out.

Why Work With Us

We're not an agency. We're a handful of developers who care more about building great software than scaling a business.

3-5 People, Not 300

You'll talk directly to the people building your project. No layers of project managers. When you have a question, you get an answer from someone who actually wrote the code.

Enterprise Quality, Small Shop Price

We use the same tools and practices as big tech companies. You get production-grade code, proper security, and solid architecture—at a fraction of what an agency charges.

We Actually Build Things

We're not just consultants. We ship real products like LabLinks on the Shopify App Store. We build for ourselves, so we know what it takes to build for you.

Minneapolis-Based

We're a local team based in Minneapolis. Twin Cities clients can meet face-to-face if you want. Everyone else, we work great over video and chat too.

How We Work

No mystery. No months of "discovery phases." We keep it simple and move fast.

1

Discovery

We hop on a call and learn about your business, your goals, and what you need built. Then we scope the project and give you a clear, honest quote. No surprises.

2

Design

We put together mockups and wireframes so you can see where things are headed before we write a line of code. You get revision rounds until it feels right.

3

Build

We build your project in iterative chunks, sharing progress as we go. You'll have access to a staging site so you can test and provide feedback throughout development.

4

Launch & Support

We handle deployment, DNS, SSL, and everything needed to go live. After launch, we stick around for ongoing maintenance, updates, and support whenever you need us.

Common Questions

Straight answers. No jargon.

How much does a custom website cost?

Most websites land between $500 and $2,000 depending on scope and complexity. Custom web applications typically range from $1,000 to $5,000. We scope every project individually and give you a clear, fixed quote before any work begins. No hourly billing surprises.

How long does a typical project take?

A simple website usually takes 2-4 weeks. More complex web applications run 4-8 weeks. We'll give you a realistic timeline upfront and keep you updated along the way. We'd rather be honest about the timeline than overpromise and underdeliver.

Do you work with businesses outside Minneapolis?

Absolutely. Most of our communication happens over video calls, email, and chat anyway. That said, if you're in the Twin Cities area and want to grab coffee and talk through your project in person, we're always up for that.

What technologies do you use?

Node.js, React, Shopify, vanilla HTML/CSS/JS, PostgreSQL—whatever fits the project best. We don't force a tech stack on you. We pick the tools that make the most sense for what you need, and we're upfront about why.

Can you maintain the site after launch?

Yes, and most clients stick around long after launch. We offer ongoing maintenance, security updates, and support. Whether it's a quick text change or a new feature down the road, we're here for it.

Let's Build Something Together

Tell us about your project. We'll get back to you within 24 hours.

(763) 260-4422  ·  support@hammerforgeapps.com