This is for sites that are slow, fragile, confusing, or just clearly not built with care. Sometimes we fix what's there. Sometimes we rebuild. Either way, the outcome is the same: a site you can trust. For help deciding whether to rebuild or fix, see website rebuild vs fix.
Who this suits
- Your site is slow, broken, or confusing
- Things have drifted into chaos and you just need it sorted
- You're not sure if you should fix it or rebuild it
- You need urgent help to stabilize a fragile site
- You've inherited a site that's a mess
- You want to move off a platform (e.g. WordPress, Wix) to a static or headless build - rescue includes migration and replatforming when a rebuild is the right route
What "rescue" means
Rescue work starts with understanding what's wrong. Then we decide: fix what's there, or rebuild what isn't worth saving. Either way, you get a site that works.
- Triage: Diagnose what's slow, broken, or confusing
- Stabilize: Fix critical issues and make the site reliable
- Improve: Address performance, accessibility, and usability
- Plan: Clear next steps for ongoing maintenance
- Migration and replatforming: When a rebuild is the right choice, rescue can include moving your site from WordPress, Wix, or another platform to a static or headless build - with a clear plan and minimal disruption.
Common rescue scenarios
- Slow and bloated: Site takes forever to load, heavy images, too many scripts
- Broken functionality: Forms don't work, links are broken, things just don't behave
- Accessibility issues: Legal risk, keyboard navigation broken, screen reader problems
- Mobile problems: Site doesn't work on phones, layouts break, unusable
- Security issues: Outdated software, vulnerabilities, hacked or compromised
- Confusing structure: Navigation doesn't make sense, content is messy, hard to find things
How it works
- You share your site URL and describe the main problems
- I confirm scope and timeline based on the package
- For triage: I diagnose issues and provide a priority list
- For stabilize: I fix critical issues and stabilize the site
- For full rescue: Comprehensive fixes, improvements, and a future plan
- You get a stable, reliable site and clear next steps
Fix vs rebuild
Sometimes we fix what's there. Sometimes we rebuild. The triage helps decide.
- Fix when: The foundation is solid, issues are fixable, and it's worth saving
- Rebuild when: The foundation is broken, fixes would cost more than rebuild, or it's beyond repair
- Either way: You get a site that works, is fast, accessible, and maintainable
What you provide
- Your site URL and access (if needed)
- Description of main problems and pain points
- Any specific concerns or priorities
- Access to hosting or CMS (if fixes are needed)
- A named contact for approvals and questions
Deliverables
- Triage report with findings and priorities (where included)
- Fixed and stabilized site (where included)
- Performance improvements (where included)
- Accessibility fixes (where included)
- Future plan for ongoing maintenance
- Handover documentation
What happens after rescue
After rescue, you have a stable site. To keep it that way, consider:
- Monthly maintenance to prevent future problems
- Performance monitoring to keep it fast
- Accessibility audits to stay compliant
- Regular updates and improvements
Get help and share your site URL and main problems. I'll recommend the right package.
Want the full terms?
Here's everything laid out clearly: Website Rescue Service Terms & Conditions.
FAQs
How do you decide if a site should be fixed or rebuilt?
The triage helps decide. If the foundation is solid and issues are fixable, we fix. If the foundation is broken or fixes would cost more than rebuild, we rebuild. Either way, you get a site that works.
How long does rescue work take?
Triage typically takes 3-5 days. Stabilize takes 1-2 weeks. Full rescue takes 2-4 weeks depending on site size and complexity.
Will my site be down during rescue?
No. Work is done on staging or carefully on live. The site stays up unless there's a critical security issue that requires immediate action.
What if the site is beyond rescue?
If the site is beyond repair, we'll recommend a rebuild. The triage helps identify this early, so you know what you're dealing with.
Can you rescue sites built on platforms like WordPress or Wix?
Yes, but it depends on the platform and issues. Some platforms are easier to rescue than others. The triage helps identify what's possible.
What happens after rescue?
You get a stable, reliable site. To keep it that way, consider monthly maintenance, performance monitoring, and regular updates.