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What is WordPress & Why Does it Need Regular Maintenance?

Branding & Online StorytellingBy NicoleMueller April 12, 2025

Keeping your WordPress website up-to-date protects your site, keeps your data secure, fixes any bugs, prevents any WordPress update conflicts, and can also improve speed as well as the look, feel and functionality of your website.

“I’m very happy with the results that hard work and effort from the staff of Startup production, my page looks more professional and reach more customers.” – Jean Machado, Big J Painting & Staining (Five Star Google Review)

Jean Machado Gonzalez | Big J PaintingGoogle Review

“Startup production is awesome!!!! Handles my website and always exceeds my expectations. Thank you..” – Remco Hoytink, Mobile Fleet Specialists of Birmingham and Mobile Fleet Specialists of Birmingham (Five Star Google Review)

Remco Hoytink | Birmingham Truck WashGoogle Review

“Nicole has built and managed Haydon Bridge’s website for several years (including a recent rebuild) and we couldn’t be more pleased. Additionally, she has been instrumental in getting us started on Social Media and continues to manage that process. We would recommend Startup Production to anyone who is in the market for website design or looking to begin or improve their social media presence.” – Kevin Wolfe, Haydon Bridge Company (Five Star Google Review)

Kevin Wolfe | Haydon Bridge CompanyGoogle Review

“Working with Nicole, especially as a start up nonprofit, has been a joy! She listens to our needs and gives insights that can only come from her vast experience! I would highly recommend her and Startup Production for your website needs!” – Chaka Cummings, ATBHK.org (Five Star Google Review)

Chaka Cummings | Association of Teaching Black History in KY (ATBHK)Google Review

“We are thrilled to recommend Nicole for her spectacular work in web and marketing design. As a small business ourselves, we understand the importance of supporting other small businesses, which are the backbone of our nation. Nicole has been instrumental in helping us with our web design and projects, and she has provided us with great customer service. Startup Productions has built two websites for us and made them standout. We would heartily recommend Nicole to anyone seeking talented web or marketing designs at reasonable rates. Thank you for all your hard work, Nicole!” – Steve Andersen, Founder of Equine Equipment and Defendable Data and Safety Solutions (Five Star Google Review)

Steve Andersen | Equine EquipmentGoogle Review

“Nicole was great to work with, she listened to our needs and created our new website with our needs in mind. Nicole is quick to respond and very professional. In addition, she’s knowledgeable in her industry and provided great feedback. Nicole exceeded our expectations and highly recommend her!!” – Zinnia Hensley (Five Star Google Review) – Hope’s Wings and Redeeming Hope websites.

Zinnia Hensley | Redeeming HopeGoogle Review

Isa Mashni | Coleman Group Commercial PropertyGoogle Review

“Nicole made the vision I had for my business website come to life. She not only captured the overall feel of how I wanted my business to be presented but she exceeded my expectations for the content creation. She has years of experience in website design and it shows in her creations. The personal training on how I can edit the website in the future was fun and not overwhelming at all. Her understanding of how to boost traffic to your site is unmatched – you can tell she wants her clients to be successful!” – Emily Williams (Five Star Google Review)

Emily Williams | Red Bud Tax ServicesGoogle Review

“As a new business owner, Nicole was immensely helpful in designing a website that met all the needs for the online presence of our business. We couldn’t be happier with the finished product, and the training she provided to ensure I could keep my content fresh & up to date was very helpful. I would highly recommend Startup Production for web design and ensuring you are set up for search engine success.” – Trent Mobley (Five Star Google Review)

Trent Mobley | Berner Pest SolutionsGoogle Review

“Startup Production did such a fantastic job on our website that it brought me tears of joy-literally. It was such a pleasure to work with Nicole. She kept me informed, gave feedback, made suggestions, and educated me during the process. Nicole is smart and patient. She didn’t waste a moment of my time and yet she took the time needed to understand the company’s vision. I also really appreciated that she kept the process moving forward, not waiting for me to initiate. I look forward to working with her as our company continues to grow.” – Audrey A. Simmons MBA, MS, BSN, RN, PMH-BC (Five Star Google Review)

Audrey Simmons | Team of GreatsGoogle Review

“Great experience working with Startup Production LLC. Nicole is very easy to work with and will go the extra mile. The website she designed for us is great! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!” – Dr. Cole Bergeson (Five Star Google Review)

Dr. Cole Bergeson | Landmark ChiropracticGoogle Review

“Nicole was a life saver and created a creative, exciting and quality site for my hobby business. I highly recommend her for your web site needs. She is great!!!” – Dr. John F. Peppin, D.O., F.A.C.P. (Five Star Google Review)

John F. Peppin, D.O., F.A.C.P. | Wrap it Up CookbookGoogle Review