Bill Bergquist
Web Developer · Denver, CO
I put 14+ years of professional engineering experience to work building websites for small businesses across Denver, Lakewood, and the Colorado Front Range. By day I'm a Staff Engineer at Kasa, leading frontend architecture and building internal tools that help teams ship faster. On the side, I help local businesses get online with sites that are fast, look great on every device, and actually show up in search results.
You get the same tools and standards I use in enterprise software, applied to your business site. No templates, no page builders. Just clean, custom code built by someone you can meet for coffee and talk to directly.
How I Work
Every project starts with a conversation, not a sales pitch. I want to understand your business, who your customers are, and what you need the website to do. A restaurant needs online ordering and a menu that loads instantly on a phone. A contractor needs to show up when someone searches "plumber near me." The right solution depends on the problem.
I'm opinionated about code quality, but not precious about tools. React, Astro, vanilla JavaScript... the right choice depends on the project. I care about shipping things that work, load fast, and are maintainable by whoever comes next. If I build your site and you hire someone else to maintain it later, they should be able to pick it up without a manual.
I handle everything: design, development, SEO setup, hosting, and ongoing support. One person, one point of contact, no handoffs. Whether you need a new site from scratch or a redesign of something that isn't working, I'll give you an honest assessment of what it takes and what it costs.
What You Get
Custom Code
No templates, no page builders. Every site is built from scratch with clean, hand-written code that loads fast and is easy to maintain.
Local SEO
Structured data, Google Business integration, and on-page optimization so your site actually shows up when people search for your business.
One Point of Contact
I handle design, development, hosting, and support. No agency layers, no handoffs. You talk to the person building your site.
Enterprise Standards
The same practices I use building software at scale: accessibility, performance budgets, responsive design tested on real devices.
Background
I'm a Staff Software Engineer at Kasa, where I lead frontend architecture and build internal tooling. Before that, I spent over a decade at companies like Evite, GumGum, RevCascade, and PriceGrabber, working across the full stack. I've built everything from ad tech platforms and e-commerce systems to real-time collaboration tools and hospitality management software.
I studied Computer Engineering at Purdue University. Most of my career has been in frontend and full-stack development, with a focus on React, TypeScript, and Node.js. I also use AI tools like Claude Code to accelerate development, automate repetitive work, and explore solutions faster.
Building websites for local businesses started as a way to use the same skills I apply at work on something more personal. I like helping people get their business online without overpaying an agency or settling for a cookie-cutter template.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of businesses do you build websites for?
I work with small businesses of all kinds: restaurants, contractors, pet services, retail shops, fitness studios, real estate agents, professional services, and more. If you have a business that needs a website, I can help.
Do you only work with businesses in Denver?
No. I'm based in the Denver/Lakewood area and most of my clients are along the Front Range, but I work with businesses anywhere. Remote collaboration works great for web projects.
What technologies do you use to build websites?
I primarily use Astro, React, and TypeScript for building websites. These modern tools produce fast, lightweight sites that score high on Google Lighthouse and load quickly on every device. I choose the right tool for each project rather than forcing every site into the same framework.
Can I update the website myself after it launches?
Yes. Depending on your needs, I can set up a content management system (CMS) so you can update text, images, and blog posts without touching code. If you prefer not to manage updates, I offer ongoing support plans where I handle everything for you.
If you're a small business in Denver or the Colorado Front Range looking for a website, I'd love to help.
View My Services →Or read about my work: Rebuilding the Critter Care Website · How Much Does a Website Cost? · Template vs. Custom Website
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