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Common questions about working with Five Square Design, our process, pricing, and services.
We're based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. We work with clients across Canada and internationally. All our services are available in both English and French.
Yes! While we're based in Montreal, we work with businesses across Canada and beyond. We're experienced with remote collaboration and communicate primarily through video calls, email, and project management tools.
We primarily work with small to medium-sized businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs. Our sweet spot is businesses that need professional-quality work but don't have the budget for a large agency.
It depends on the project: Business websites typically take 6-10 weeks. Web applications take 3-6 months. Mobile apps take 4-8 months. Custom tools take 2-5 months. We'll provide a detailed timeline in your project proposal.
We follow a structured process: Discovery (understand your needs), Planning (map out the solution), Design (create the interface), Development (build the product), Testing (ensure quality), Launch (deploy live), and Support (ongoing maintenance). You're involved at every stage.
Not at all. We explain everything in plain language and guide you through the process. You don't need to understand code or technical details—we handle that. You just need to know what you want to accomplish.
Business websites typically range from $2,500-$12,000. Web applications range from $10,000-$50,000+. Mobile apps range from $15,000-$75,000+. Custom tools range from $5,000-$35,000+. The exact cost depends on your specific requirements, features, and timeline.
We typically structure payments in milestones: 30% upfront to begin work, 40% at the midpoint when design is approved and development is underway, and 30% upon completion before launch. This protects both parties and ensures steady progress.
For larger projects, we can discuss payment plans or milestone-based payments that spread costs over the project timeline. We're flexible and want to find an arrangement that works for your budget.
We use modern, proven technologies: React and Next.js for web applications, React Native or Flutter for mobile apps, Node.js or Python for backends, PostgreSQL or MongoDB for databases. The specific stack depends on your project requirements.
Yes. Once the project is complete and paid for, you own all the code, designs, and project assets. We provide full documentation and transfer all necessary accounts to you.
Yes. We can integrate with most existing systems, databases, and third-party services. Whether it's your CRM, payment processor, inventory system, or custom software, we can build connections.
We can set up and manage hosting for you, or help you configure your own hosting account. We work with platforms like Vercel, AWS, DigitalOcean, and others depending on your needs.
We provide training so you can manage basic content updates yourself. We're also available for ongoing support, updates, and improvements. Many clients work with us long-term for maintenance and new features.
Yes. We offer flexible support arrangements from monthly retainers to pay-as-you-go support. You're not locked into long-term contracts—work with us as long as it makes sense for your business.
We're happy to answer any questions about your specific project or situation.
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