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Websites & apps for DMV small businesses.

Web design, mobile apps, and custom software for small businesses in Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, with upfront pricing and a local team that speaks plain English.

Prices on the website, fixed quotes Work directly with the builder You own everything
Services

What we build

The right tool for your business, and nothing you don't need.

Websites

Fast, mobile-friendly websites built to show up on Google and turn visitors into calls, bookings, and sales.

Mobile apps

iOS and Android apps for ordering, booking, and loyalty.

Custom business tools

Scheduling, inventory, dashboards, and client portals that replace messy spreadsheets.

Automation & integrations

Connect the tools you already use so data flows without copy-paste.

SquareStripeQuickBooksGoogle Workspace
Why 1401Apps

Agency quality, without the agency

Big firms are built for big budgets. We're built for owner-run businesses.

Typical agency
1401Apps
Pricing
Hidden until after sales calls, often with high minimums
Starting prices listed here, fixed quotes
Who you talk to
Sales reps and account managers
The person building your project
Communication
Technical jargon
Plain English and weekly updates
Ownership
Locked into their platform or hosting
Your code, domain, and data
Location
Often remote or offshore
Local to the DMV and happy to meet in person
Pricing

Clear prices, no surprises

Every project gets a fixed quote before work starts. The price you agree to is the price you pay.

Website

Starting at
$2,900

Up to 5 pages. Growth sites with booking or payments: $4,900.

  • Custom design, mobile-friendly
  • Google Business Profile + SEO setup
  • Contact or booking forms
  • Launch in 2–4 weeks
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Automation & AI

Starting at
$1,900

Save hours every week by connecting and automating your tools.

  • Booking, invoicing, review requests
  • AI chat or phone assistant
  • Square, Stripe, QuickBooks, Google
  • Done in 2–3 weeks
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App or custom tool

Starting at
$9,500

Mobile apps and software built around your business.

  • iOS, Android, or web
  • Payments, bookings, logins
  • Client portals and dashboards
  • Weekly progress demos
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Care plan

Starting at
$99/mo

We keep everything running. Plans at $99, $199, and $349.

  • Hosting, backups, security
  • Content changes and fixes
  • Monthly check-in
  • Cancel anytime
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Not sure what you need? Start with a free 30-minute consultation. Projects are 50% to start, 50% at launch.

Process

Simple from start to launch

Weekly updates, no jargon, no surprise invoices.

01

Talk

A free 30-minute consultation to understand your business and goals.

02

Plan

A written scope, timeline, and fixed price within a few days. No obligation.

03

Build & launch

We build, launch, train your team, and stay on for support.

About
“Small businesses deserve the same quality software as big companies, without the big-company price tag or runaround. When you work with 1401Apps, you work directly with me.”

I’ve spent 10+ years building software and leading engineering teams at companies including Amazon, much of it on consumer-facing websites. Before writing any code, I learn how your business and industry work and what frustrates your customers, then build something that fixes it.

Harsha Bande, Founder

FAQ

Common questions

How much does a small business website cost?

Websites start at $2,900 for up to 5 pages, or $4,900 with online booking or payments. After a free consultation you get a fixed quote, so the price you agree to is the price you pay.

How long does it take to build a website or app?

Most small business websites launch in 2 to 4 weeks. Apps and custom tools depend on scope; you get a realistic timeline in your quote.

Do you only work with businesses in the DMV?

We focus on Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia so we can meet in person, but we also work remotely with businesses anywhere in the US.

Will my website show up on Google?

Every site is built with SEO fundamentals: fast load times, mobile-friendly design, proper page structure, and structured data. We can also set up your Google Business Profile.

I'm not technical. Is that a problem?

Not at all. We explain everything in plain English and handle the technical details for you.

What happens after launch?

You can choose a monthly care plan for updates, hosting, and fixes, or we hand everything over to you with documentation. You own your code, domain, and data either way.

Contact

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