Affordability
Websites shouldn’t be out of reach. Our subscription model removes big upfront costs so new and growing businesses can start strong and invest steadily, not painfully.
“We believe the internet should lift up small businesses, not lock them out.”
About JamSurface
That belief shapes how we design, build, and support everything we ship…
Why We Exist
JamSurface exists to make professional websites attainable for small businesses. Most startups can’t (and shouldn’t have to) spend $5–10k upfront just to get online. We flipped the model: custom, scalable websites for $0 upfront and a simple monthly plan.
By working remote-first we lower overhead and environmental footprint, so your investment goes where it matters—into your website and support. We’re a diverse, inclusive team, with First Nations ownership as part of our foundation. Openness and accessibility aren’t add-ons—they’re how we work.
Our Principles
Four pillars guide every decision—from pricing to process to pixels.
Scalability
Built on modern frameworks with a headless CMS, your site adapts as you do—new pages, new services, new integrations—without replatforming or starting over.
Transparency
No hidden fees, no bait-and-switch. If our model isn’t the best fit, we’ll say so and help point you to a team that is. Trust is earned with candour.
Community
We design to lift up people—clients, audiences, and neighbours. Remote-first keeps our footprint light; being First Nations–owned keeps our doors open to different perspectives.
Who We Serve
We partner with small businesses and startups that want a modern site without a painful upfront bill. If you’re focused on clarity, speed, and steady growth, you’ll feel at home here.
Typical Clients
- • Trades & home services (electrical, HVAC, renovations, landscaping)
- • Clinics & wellness (dental, physio, massage, mental health)
- • Non-profits & community orgs
- • Solo pros & boutique studios (coaches, photographers, consultants)
- • Local retail & hospitality (cafés, shops, venues)
Where You Are
- • Calgary & area (in-person optional), Canada-wide remote
- • You have a business you’re growing—or are about to launch
- • Content is forming (we can help shape it) or mostly ready
- • You value a straightforward monthly plan over a large setup fee
Outcomes We Aim For
- • A site that looks professional, loads fast, and is easy to navigate
- • Clear service pages that answer “what you do” and “why choose you”
- • Easy updates via headless CMS (no code needed)
- • SEO fundamentals handled (titles, meta, sitemap, performance)
- • Steady, predictable cost: $0 upfront + $99/month
If you’re on WordPress from a freelancer…
We migrate core content into a modern stack so you’re not locked in. You’ll keep control of your domain and content, and future changes won’t require rebuilds.
If you’re launching from scratch…
We co-shape your structure (home, services, about, contact, FAQs) and content essentials, then ship quickly so you can start converting sooner.
If you need to grow later…
Add pages, languages, or integrations incrementally. For ecommerce or a custom admin, we do a short discovery and provide a clear quote.
If you’re not sure what you need…
Start with a free consult. If we’re not the best fit, we’ll point you to someone who is. The goal is the right outcome, not the hard sell.
Great Fit
- • You want custom design (no templates) with fast turnaround
- • You prefer an ongoing partner to help keep things fresh
- • You value honest guidance and transparent costs
Maybe Not a Fit
- • You need complex ecommerce or a bespoke app immediately
- • You require a fixed-bid enterprise build with dozens of stakeholders
- • You want a one-off site with no ongoing relationship
If that’s you, we’re still happy to recommend partners who specialize in those needs.
Curious about what’s included? See the plan details or read the FAQs.
What It’s Like to Work With Us
Clear steps. Short timelines. Ongoing support. Your time is valuable—our process respects that.
Step 1
Free Consultation
We unpack goals, audiences, and must-haves. If you’re still shaping your offer, we’ll help you frame it simply so the site can do its job from day one.
You’ll get a plain-language summary of scope, content needed, and a realistic timeline. No pressure and no jargon.
Step 2
Design & Build
We design for clarity first: strong typography, clean structure, fast performance. Then we build with SvelteKit and a headless CMS (Sanity/Strapi) so content is easy to manage.
Typical launches take 1–3 weeks. If content is ready and decisions are quick, we can move even faster. The pacing is collaborative—your feedback shapes the result.
Step 3
Launch & Support
We handle hosting, page-level SEO, performance, and the details that keep things running. Need a tweak? Use the client portal. Prefer to edit yourself? Log into the CMS—no code required.
It’s all included in $99/month. Domain fees and any provider overages are separate and always flagged up front.
Want the full picture? Here’s our complete 7-step design process explained in detail.
Connect With Us
Prefer a quick message? Ping us on social. Want to talk through a project? Email or call works great. We’re responsive, friendly, and honest—if we’re not the right fit, we’ll tell you.