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Whether you’re a business owner, startup founder, or educational institution in Nepal, at some point you’ll ask:
Should I redesign my existing website or build a new one from scratch?
Making the right decision can affect your brand image, Google rankings, user experience, and even your sales. At Byte Code Developers, we’ve helped hundreds of clients across Nepal make this choice based on strategy not guesswork.
Let’s compare both options and help you decide what’s best for your business.
What is Website Redesign?
Website redesign means revamping your existing site while keeping some core elements such as:
- Domain and URL structure
- Existing content and SEO rankings
- Functional components (e.g., forms, navigation, CMS)
It focuses on improving the design, layout, UX, mobile responsiveness, and performance while preserving search engine visibility.
Ideal for:
- Businesses with decent content but outdated design
- Sites losing traffic due to poor user experience
- Brands looking to refresh their image without rebuilding everything
What is a New Website Build?
A new website means building from the ground up, often with:
- New CMS or platform (e.g., WordPress, Laravel, React)
- New content, pages, and site structure
- Completely reimagined branding and design
- This option is like starting on a blank canvas.
Ideal for:
- Startups or businesses launching for the first time
- Old websites that are too broken or non-functional
- Rebrands that require a full transformation.
Website Redesign vs New Website: Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Website Redesign | New Website Build |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Lower | Higher (starting from scratch) |
| Time Required | Faster (2–4 weeks) | Longer (4–8+ weeks) |
| SEO Impact | SEO-safe if done right | SEO starts from zero |
| Content Migration | Keep existing content | New content writing needed |
| Branding Update | Moderate refresh | Full rebranding possible |
| Platform Flexibility | Limited to current system | Choose modern tech stack |
| Best For | Established sites | New businesses or full reboot |
Cost in Nepal (Estimated – 2025)
| Service | Starting Price (NPR) |
|---|---|
| Website Redesign | Rs. 12,000 – Rs. 30,000 |
| New Website Development | Rs. 20,000 – Rs. 70,000+ |
| E-commerce Redesign | Rs. 25,000+ |
| Custom CMS Development | Rs. 40,000+ |
Byte Code Developers Can Help You Decide
We offer a free consultation to assess your current website and recommend whether a redesign or rebuild is more cost-effective and strategic.
What We Analyze:
- Current SEO traffic and backlinks
- Page load speed and mobile responsiveness
- User experience and conversion bottlenecks
- Security, CMS, and code health
Real Client Example
TravelNepalTours.com had 2,000+ monthly visitors but a dated design. We redesigned the site in 3 weeks, retained all SEO rankings, and boosted conversions by 30%.
On the other hand, ShopNowNepal.com had no site at all. We built a modern e-commerce website from scratch and helped them launch in just 6 weeks with 100+ SKUs.
Final Recommendation
Choose Website Redesign if:
- You already have decent SEO rankings and good content
- Your current CMS works fine but the look and speed need improvement
- Choose New Website Build if:
- You’re starting fresh, or your old site is unfixable
- You want to adopt a modern tech stack like Laravel, WordPress, or React
FAQs
Which is cheaper: redesign or rebuild?
Redesign is typically cheaper unless the old site is completely unusable.
Will redesigning affect my Google rankings?
If done right (with proper redirects and content retention), it won’t hurt your rankings—and may even improve them.
Can I switch platforms during a redesign?
Yes, but that moves closer to a rebuild. Byte Code Developers will guide you on the best tech stack.
March 26, 2025
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