Website Design for Small Businesses

  • User Friendly
  • Affordable
  • Built to Convert to New Business

Our Websites Are User Friendly Budget Friendly Built To Convert to New Business

Welcome to Mergz Media!

We create fresh, mobile-friendly websites that capture your brand, connect with your audience, and help turn visitors into customers.

We work with you every step of the way to design a website you love. One that truly represents your business and helps it grow.

But we don’t stop at websites. Mergz Media also designs eye-catching social media graphics and videos to help you stand out online. From your website to your social media feed, we make sure your brand looks great everywhere.

Why Choose Us?

20+ Years Experience

5 Star Reviews on Google

Fast & Easy Process

Small Business Marketing Experts

Our Services

Custom Website Design

Make a strong first impression with a custom WordPress site. Our custom websites are designed to reflect your brand, look great on any device, and drive results.

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Template Websites

Looking for a fast, effective website? Our templates are mobile-ready, professionally designed, and built to turn visitors into customers. We’ll make it your own and get you online fast.

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Website Maintenance

Our monthly maintenance plans include website updates (content, pictures, etc.), WordPress updates, security monitoring, and technical support.

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Website Hosting

We offer affordable and reliable hosting for your WordPress website. Our hosting includes a free SSL Certificate, automatic updates, daily backups and enhanced security.

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Graphic Design for Social Media

Stand out online with eye-catching graphics that capture attention and reflect your brand. From event promos to ongoing content, we design custom visuals that make your business look polished, consistent, and professional across every platform.

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Video Services

Bring your brand to life with short, impactful videos perfect for social media and websites. From quick, affordable template Reels to fully custom videos, we’ll create engaging content that captures attention and showcases your business beautifully.

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What our Clients are Saying:

"Stacy did an excellent job designing the website for my Travel Agency. She is patient, knowledgeable and was very mindful of my budget. She got everything up and running in a timely manner and gave updates along the way. I highly recommend Stacy to anyone who is looking for website design services!"
Stacey W.
"I was really worried about working with a website designer because I’ve heard about some horror stories. Stacy couldn’t have made it any easier for me. I have zero complaints. She did a great job and continues to do maintenance when I need it."
Kevin S.
"Stacy takes great care in personalizing each experience. She listened closely to what was important to me for our site and executed on it perfectly. She took on new challenges with eagerness and was honest and clear with setting expectations. 10/10 would use again!"
Grant F.
"After having a basic website that we built on Square Space for our new plumbing company we knew that we needed something more. Something more professional looking and more user friendly. Stacy came very highly recommended for web design and we are so glad because we were blown away with her professionalism, attention to detail and her quick turnaround time." Read More
Krissy Y.
"I cannot emphasize enough how incredibly pleased I was with the service, quality and responsiveness of Stacy at Mergz Media. She designed a website for me that completely exceeded my expectations. It was everything that I asked for and more. The design, layout, features, etc. were exceptional and I am proud and excited to be represented by it. I would not go anywhere else for any future media design projects."
Gina M.
"I've worked with Stacy for many years and can attest that she knows her way around a website. she is knowledgeable and an expert in her craft, and is a pleasant and kind-hearted person to speak with. I recommend Stacy to anyone that needs a website."
Steven W.
"Stacy is amazing. She was patient, took time and effort to understand our business, and followed through on all our requests, needs and wants. Our Website looks amazing and we could not be happier. We would recommend Mergz Media to any local business needed a new or updated web site!"
Cabinet Guy
"We desperately needed a new website for our auto repair shop. The one we had was very outdated and not user friendly. Stacy from Mergz Media created a new one for us. I absolutely loved working with her! Her communication every step of the way, was outstanding. She was very creative, professional and had total attention to detail. Stacy designed a fresh website that our customers of any age could navigate easily. The first day the the new website launched, we received many compliments on it."
Michelle D.
"Working with Stacy for websites for both of my companies has been excellent! Stacy is very creative and her work is absolutely wonderful. Both of my websites have had several compliments!! Thank you Stacy!!"
Dennis M.
"I have had a wonderful experience with developing a website with Stacy. Polite, professional and expeditiously handled! I look forward to working with this company for a very long time."
Jenny V.
"I first engaged Stacy for a local salon website project and was extremely pleased with her design skills, technical knowledge and professionalism. Very easy to work with and a trusted resource. I have continued to refer her many times."
Michelle W.
"Stacy, thank you for updating Rose Custom website. It looks amazing. We are happy customers of Mergz Media and highly recommend Stacy. She knows how to listen to her clients, patient, and skillful to make professional websites. The whole process was easy and smooth."
Maria N.

Looking for a Website Designer Near You? We Can Help.

Mergz Media is proud to help small businesses across Lake County and the Northwest Suburbs stand out online with professional, mobile-friendly websites that capture your brand and attract new customers. 

We’ve worked with local businesses of all kinds — from salons and shops to contractors and nonprofits — and we understand what it takes to create a site that truly connects with your audience. Our team offers more than just web design — we help you stay consistent and professional across every platform. From custom and template websites to maintenance, hosting, social-media graphics, and video services, we make it easy to keep your business looking polished and up to date online.

We’ve partnered with small businesses all over northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin and would love to help yours next. If you’re ready for a beautiful, easy-to-manage website built by a local professional, let’s build your website.