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Custom Web Development for Growing Businesses

Web Solutions That Drive Growth

Custom websites and digital tools for businesses ready to grow — without the agency markup.

Sub-2-second load times Custom code, no WordPress Stripe-powered checkout First-party analytics Cloudflare protected Mobile-first by default SEO baked in Conversion tracking built in You own the code Daily automated backups Real backend, not plugins Built to scale with you No platform lock-in Hosting included Mailgun email & automations

Your Website Should Be Making You Money

Most small business websites are expensive digital brochures. We build the opposite.

What most businesses get...

× Slow, bloated WordPress sites
× No idea where leads are coming from
× Plugins break after every update
× $5K+ upfront, then you're on your own
× Generic template that looks like everyone else
× No backend — can't add real features later

What we build...

Fast, lean code — sub-2-second load times
First-party analytics with conversion tracking
No plugins to break — custom code you own
Subscription model — starts at $199/mo, ongoing support + free Rivera Core ($149/mo value)
Designed around your business, not a template
Real backend — payments, APIs, automations ready
★★★★★

“Oak River Studios goes above and beyond for their clients, and they have a huge vision for their platform. Highly recommend.”

— Michigan Sky Media

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Everything You Need to Launch and Grow

Custom Websites

Developer-built with real code — PHP, MySQL, vanilla JS. Fast, secure, mobile-first, and optimized for conversions. Every site includes analytics, SEO foundations, security hardening, and Cloudflare protection out of the box.

E-Commerce

Stripe-powered storefronts with carts, checkout, tax, shipping, coupons, and order management. No Shopify fees or platform lock-in.

Automations & Integrations

Forms trigger emails. Databases update dashboards. Stripe, Zapier, Mailgun, and your CRM all talk to each other — automatically.

Ongoing Support (DevCare)

A developer on your team without the salary. Hosting, updates, unlimited edits via our client portal, and ongoing feature development — all in one monthly payment.

From Idea to Revenue in Three Phases

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Phase One

Discovery

We learn your business, customers, and goals. You walk away with a clear plan and a real timeline — no pressure, no commitment.

2
Phase Two

Build & Launch

We build your site, wire up your tools, and go live. Most projects launch in 2–6 weeks. You see progress the entire time.

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Phase Three

Grow & Optimize

Data starts flowing. We iterate based on what's working. DevCare clients get unlimited edits and discounted rates on new development.

We Don't Just Build Websites.
We Build the Engine Behind Your Business.

The website is where it starts. Payments, analytics, automations, and a client portal to manage it all — that's where it goes.

Built for Real Businesses

Every Site We Build Runs on Rivera

Rivera isn't just a website — it's a business launch engine. Your site, your analytics, your e-commerce, your client portal — all connected through one platform built in-house by us.

Client Portal
Submit edits & track your project
Analytics Dashboard
First-party tracking & reports
E-Commerce Engine
Stripe checkout, orders & inventory
Security & Hosting
Cloudflare, CSP & managed infra

Common Questions

Most projects range from $2,000–$10,000+ depending on complexity. Our DevCare subscription model starts at $199/month and includes the website build, hosting, ongoing development, and a free Rivera Core membership ($149/mo value) — so you don't need a huge upfront investment to get started.

Simple sites typically launch in 2–4 weeks. More complex projects with e-commerce, custom integrations, or multi-page designs take 6–12 weeks. We'll give you a clear timeline during discovery.

DevCare is our subscription model — think of it as having a developer on your team without the salary. It includes your website build, managed hosting, unlimited edits via our client portal, ongoing development, and a free Rivera Core membership ($149/mo value) for your CRM, customer database, and business tools. Plans start at $199/month with a 12-month commitment.

No. Every site is built with real code — PHP, MySQL, and vanilla JavaScript. We use our own custom-coded foundations (not WordPress themes or page builder templates), which means faster load times, tighter security, and complete control over every aspect of your site.

Absolutely. Every site is built mobile-first and tested across devices. We optimize for Core Web Vitals, use responsive design patterns, and ensure your site looks and performs great on phones, tablets, and desktops.

Yes. We integrate Stripe for payments, Mailgun for transactional email, Zapier for automations, and connect to CRMs, analytics platforms, and any API-driven service your business needs.

DevCare clients get ongoing support — hosting, updates, edits, analytics, and new feature development. For project-based clients, we offer maintenance packages or you can transition to a DevCare plan for continuous support.

Yes. We build full e-commerce systems with Stripe-powered checkout, product catalogs, shopping carts, tax calculation, shipping integration, coupon systems, and order management — all custom-coded for your business.

Is Your Website Costing You Customers?

We'll audit your site for performance gaps, technical risks, and missed revenue — free, results in under a minute.

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No commitment — you own the results.

We hate pushy salespeople too — we won't reach out unless you ask us to. Pinky promise.