5 Signs Your Website Needs Work
And What To Do About It?
Your website is often the first impression someone has of your business. But even the best sites can get a bit tired, outdated, or confusing over time. If your site isn’t working for you—it’s probably working against you.
Here are 5 signs it might be time for a website refresh (or a full-on makeover):
1, Your Website Looks Outdated
Web design trends move fast. If your site hasn’t had a refresh in the last 3–5 years, chances are it’s starting to show its age.
Clues to look for:
Clunky layouts
Old-fashioned fonts
Tiny text or images
Flash animations (yes, some are still out there!)
Fix it: Update your visuals, layout, and fonts to feel modern and clean. Even small tweaks can make a big difference in how professional and trustworthy you look.
2, It Doesn’t Work Well on Mobile
Over 60% of people browse the web on their phones now. If your website doesn’t resize beautifully or feels awkward to use on a small screen, visitors won’t stick around.
Clues to look for:
Text or buttons are too small
Images don’t scale properly
Pages require too much zooming or scrolling sideways
Fix it: Make sure your site uses responsive design so it looks great on every screen—mobile, tablet, and desktop.
3, You Can’t Update It Easily
If you need a tech wizard to make even small edits or change a photo, that’s a problem. You should be able to update your site yourself without stress or code.
Clues to look for:
You avoid making updates because it’s too hard
You’re stuck waiting on someone else to do it for you
Fix it: Use a modern platform like Squarespace, where editing content is simple and intuitive.
4, Your Site Loads Slowly
In today’s fast-paced world, slow = no. A delay of just a few seconds can cause people to bounce before they even see what you offer.
Clues to look for:
Images take forever to load
You score low on tools like Google PageSpeed
Visitors often leave after one page
Fix it: Optimise image sizes, clean up any bloated code, and use performance-friendly design techniques.
5, It’s Not Bringing You Results
Your website should be more than just pretty—it should work hard for your business. If you’re not getting leads, bookings, or sales through it, something’s off.
Clues to look for:
No clear Call to Action (CTA)
Confusing navigation or content
Visitors aren’t staying long or clicking through
Fix it: Refine your messaging, guide users clearly, and make sure your CTAs are clear and compelling.
Final Thought from David & george:
Your website is a living part of your business—it needs care, attention, and the occasional polish to stay sharp and effective. If any of these signs feel familiar, it might be time to sprinkle some fresh magic on your digital presence.
Do you have a question? Let’s talk!
DISCLAIMER
This article is an original article written by David @ David&George - one of the UK’s leading Squarespace website designers. All opinions are the writers own and no liability will be taken for any errors or omissions. As Squarespace designers we will perhaps be a bit biased towards all things Squarespace - but Squarespace is such a game changer that we are its biggest fans. As web professionals we have seen how our clients love the control they have & the designs that are possible at reasonable cost. We would not work on any other platform!!
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