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Lightning-fast, SEO-optimized websites for Canadian small businesses. 95+ PageSpeed (Core Web Vitals green), Canadian hosting, and unlimited changes for $150/month.

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Joomla Problems

Why Organizations Leave Joomla

Joomla starts powerful but becomes maintenance-heavy. Complex security updates, limited modern tooling, and Core Web Vitals challenges slow down your digital presence.

  • Maintenance & Security Overhead

    Joomla requires constant security updates, plugin management, and technical maintenance. Our managed service handles everything automatically.

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  • Limited Modern Tooling

    Joomla lacks modern development tools and performance optimizations. Our custom stack includes the latest web technologies and Core Web Vitals optimization.

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  • Core Web Vitals Challenges

    Joomla sites struggle with Google's Core Web Vitals metrics. Our sites consistently score 95+ on PageSpeed Insights for better SEO rankings.

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  • SEO Limitations

    Joomla's SEO capabilities are limited compared to modern platforms. Our built-in SEO optimization outperforms Joomla's native features without complexity.

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Managed Website-as-a-Service vs DIY Builders

Managed

CraftedWebsites

We do the work

$150/mo • $0 down • 12-month initial term, then month-to-month • Unlimited changes done-for-you

Our Managed Service: $150/mo includes everything above + unlimited changes + no learning curve = $150/month
  • We handle every edit, promo, and landing page (no logins)
  • PageSpeed 95+ & Core Web Vitals kept green
  • Technical SEO, schema, backups & security maintained
  • Canadian hosting + real human support included
DIY

DIY Builders

You do the work

From $12–$39/mo + paid apps + dev hours • Often annual prepay for best rate

DIY Reality Check: $12-39/mo + $200-500/mo in apps + $75-150/hr for custom work + your time learning & fixing = $300-800+/month
  • You or staff must build, fix and learn the builder
  • Scores slow as the site grows & plugins stack up
  • Pay a dev for anything custom or broken
  • Add-ons, plan caps and surprise fees over time

What's a DIY builder? Platforms like Wix, Squarespace, Weebly, GoDaddy or Webflow where you build and maintain the site yourself.

Email us your next change → We'll ship it.

No Joomla Issues – Just Results

Joomla Alternative That's Faster, Safer, and More Affordable

$ 150 /month
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  • checkmark Content Migration & URL Preservation
  • checkmark Unlimited Website Changes
  • checkmark Mobile Responsive + Secure Hosting
  • checkmark Custom Design & Development
  • checkmark Canadian Hosting & Support
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Joomla Speed Issues vs Our 95+ Guarantee

Performance That Joomla Can't Match

Joomla sites struggle with speed due to extension dependencies, hosting requirements, and server constraints. Our custom-built websites are optimized from the ground up.
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    Maintenance & Security Overhead

    Joomla requires constant security updates, plugin management, and technical maintenance. Our managed service handles everything automatically.

  • Limited Modern Tooling

    Joomla lacks modern development tools and performance optimizations. Our custom stack includes the latest web technologies and Core Web Vitals optimization.

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    Core Web Vitals Challenges

    Joomla sites struggle with Google's Core Web Vitals metrics. Our sites consistently score 95+ on PageSpeed Insights.

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    SEO Limitations

    Joomla's SEO capabilities are limited compared to modern platforms. Our built-in SEO optimization outperforms Joomla's native features.

Joomla Vulnerabilities vs Our Secure Platform

Security That Joomla Can't Provide

Joomla sites are constant targets for hackers due to extension vulnerabilities, hosting limitations, and security issues.
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    Content Audit & Migration

    We audit your existing content, migrate everything cleanly, and optimize it for better performance and SEO.

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    URL Redirects & Schema Setup

    All your existing URLs are preserved with proper redirects. Schema markup is implemented for better search visibility.

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    Design Refresh or Rebuild

    Choose between a design refresh that maintains your brand or a complete rebuild with modern, mobile-first design.

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    Multilingual Support

    We replicate your multilingual functionality with better performance and easier content management.

Ongoing Care & Support

Managed Updates, Backups, and Edits Included

$ 150 /month
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  • checkmark Daily Backups & Recovery
  • checkmark Unlimited Content Changes
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  • checkmark SEO Optimization
  • checkmark Canadian Hosting & Support
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Why Choose Us

Affordable Small Business Web Design – The Joomla, WordPress, Drupal & Wix Alternative in Canada

Not another DIY builder. We're a managed service — updates done for you, SEO & speed kept green.

FeatureCraftedWebsitesJoomlaWordPressWix
Who Does Updates? We do them for you (included) You do it You do it You do it
True Monthly Cost $150/month (everything included) $300-800+/month (hosting + extensions + dev) $300-800+/month (hosting + plugins + dev) $200-500+/month (apps + dev fees)
No Money Down Yes No (setup or plan upgrade) No (setup or plan upgrade) No (setup or plan upgrade)
Speed 95+ PageSpeed Extension Dependent Plugin Dependent Slow
SEO Built-In Extension Dependent Plugin Dependent Limited
Design Flexibility Unlimited Custom Template Dependent Theme Dependent Template Based
Unlimited Requested Changes Included Developer Costs Developer Costs Limited
Canadian Support Local Business Hours Community Only Community Only Offshore
Core Web Vitals / 95+ PageSpeed Pass by default (kept green) Depends on extensions / heavy scripts Depends on plugins / heavy scripts Depends on template / heavy scripts
Hidden / Add-on Fees No Extensions, templates, hosting Plugins, themes, hosting Forms, CMS items, bandwidth, apps
Support Type Canada-based, human Community Only Community Only Ticket/Chat / Community

*DIY plan price shown (e.g., $12/mo) excludes apps, templates, dev time, and SEO/speed work. Our plan includes done-for-you updates and ongoing SEO/speed management.

Building Success

Why Canadian Businesses Love CraftedWebsites

At Crafted Websites, we believe in building long-term partnerships with our clients. As a proudly Canadian-owned business, our dedication to lightning-fast websites, unlimited changes, and exceptional Canadian support ensures every business gets the online presence they deserve.

★★★★★

"Working with Crafted Websites has been exceptional. They delivered a beautiful website for our Catholic elementary school that truly reflects our community values."

Alderwood Academy Catholic Elementary School - Etobicoke
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"Crafted Websites designed an impressive site for our laser clinic with seamless online booking - our clients love how quick and professional it looks."

Bonita Laser Studio - Mississauga
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"Outstanding website design that perfectly captures our financial planning expertise. Crafted Websites understood our brand from day one."

Insight & Action Financial Coaching - Niagara
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Joomla Alternatives

  • Joomla requires constant maintenance, security updates, and technical expertise. Think of Joomla like an old car that needs constant repairs - it works, but it's expensive and time-consuming to maintain. Our Joomla alternative is like a new, reliable car with warranty service. We provide 95+ PageSpeed guarantee, automatic updates, unlimited changes, and Canadian hosting for $150/month - everything Joomla lacks.

  • Yes! We specialize in multilingual Joomla migrations. It's like moving from a complex filing system to a modern digital archive - we preserve all your content in multiple languages but make it much easier to manage. We replicate your multilingual functionality with better performance and simpler content management.

  • Absolutely! We conduct a complete content audit and migrate everything cleanly. All your existing URLs are preserved with proper redirects, and we implement schema markup for better search visibility. It's like moving houses but keeping all your furniture and making sure the mail still gets delivered to the right address.

  • Most Joomla migrations take 3-6 weeks depending on complexity. It's like renovating a house - we need time to properly migrate content, set up redirects, test everything, and ensure your new site performs better than the old one. We keep you updated throughout the process.

  • Yes! We analyze your existing Joomla components and replicate key functionality using modern web technologies. It's like upgrading from old appliances to new ones - they do the same job but work better and more efficiently. We build custom solutions that are faster and more secure than Joomla components.

  • Yes! Training is included in our migration service. We provide comprehensive documentation and training sessions to help your team manage the new website. It's like getting a user manual and lessons when you buy a new car - we make sure you know how to use everything effectively.

  • Most Joomla sites score 30-60% on PageSpeed Insights. After migration, we guarantee 95+ PageSpeed scores. It's like upgrading from a bicycle to a motorcycle - same destination, but much faster and more efficient. Faster sites rank better on Google and convert more visitors.

  • Your Joomla site stays live during migration. We work on the new site separately and only switch over when everything is perfect. It's like building a new house while you still live in the old one - no disruption to your business operations.

  • Yes! Our $150/month service includes ongoing support, updates, backups, and unlimited changes. It's like having a maintenance plan for your new car - everything is covered, and you don't have to worry about technical issues. We handle all the maintenance that Joomla required.

  • Absolutely! We encourage potential clients to view our portfolio of Joomla migrations. We can also run a free speed test on your current Joomla site to show you exactly how much faster your website could be. It's like seeing before and after photos of a renovation - the difference is dramatic.

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