We Design Websites That Help You Get More Customers
Web Design For Santa Cruz Area Businesses
If your website isn’t bringing in leads, it’s costing you business. We design high-performing websites for businesses in Santa Cruz, Aptos, Capitola, Watsonville and surrounding areas that want to grow, rank on Google, and convert visitors into customers.
Hosting
We offer affordable hosting that includes email and 99.9% uptime.
Security
Security is our top priority and SSL is included with every hosting package.
Search Engine Optimization
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is so important and included in every quote.
Our Clients
Is Your Website Helping Your Business... Or Holding It Back?
Many businesses in Santa Cruz County still rely on outdated websites that don’t reflect the quality of their work. Slow load times, poor mobile design, and confusing layouts can cause potential customers to leave before they ever contact you.
A modern website should act as your best salesperson, working 24/7 to bring in leads and showcase your business.
What your business should be achieving:
Build Instant Trust
Create a website that positions your business as credible and professional from the first click.
Visible on Google
SEO-optimized design helps your business get found by local customers.
Turn Visitors Into Leads
A strategic design converts traffic into calls, inquiries, and consistent business growth.
Is Your Website Helping Your Business... Or Holding It Back?
Many businesses in Santa Cruz County still rely on outdated websites that don’t reflect the quality of their work. Slow load times, poor mobile design, and confusing layouts can cause potential customers to leave before they ever contact you.
A modern website should act as your best salesperson, working 24/7 to bring in leads and showcase your business.
What your business should be achieving:
Build Instant Trust
Create a website that positions your business as credible and professional from the first click.
Visible on Google
SEO-optimized design helps your business get found by local customers.
Turn Visitors Into Leads
A strategic design converts traffic into calls, inquiries, and consistent business growth.
Turn Your Website Into A Lead Generating Machine
Make Waves Design proudly works with businesses throughout Santa Cruz County. From small family-owned businesses to established brands, we help local businesses build websites that stand out and generate real results.
We understand the coastal market and design websites that speak to your customers and highlight what makes your business unique.
20+
Years of Experience
A Local Designer Who Understands Small Business
Meet the Founder
Jennifer Nessler, the founder of Make Waves Design, has been helping businesses build their online presence for nearly 25 years. With decades of experience in web design and digital strategy, she has helped businesses create websites that not only look great but also attract and connect with the right audience.
Santa Cruz County has long been part of Jennifer’s life. With family in Aptos and Capitola, she spends a great deal of time in the area and has developed strong ties to the local community. Being here regularly allows her to stay connected to the people, businesses, and unique character that make Santa Cruz County such a special place.
My work is built on relationships and trust, which is why I value being part of the communities I serve. Having family here means Santa Cruz isn’t just another service area — it’s a place I care about.
A Glimpse Of Our Work
See how thoughtful design and strategy come together. These projects showcase how we help businesses create websites that look great, build credibility, and attract customers.
Don't take our word for it!
Read some of the many 5-star reviews we’ve received from Lodi businesses and beyond over the years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Websites start at $700, but every website has different needs and goals so after your free consultation we will provide with a quote that is totally customized to your business.
The project scope will be different for each project, but generally speaking, once I receive everything I need from you the process usually takes between 3 and 5 weeks.
We want you 110% happy with your website so we will make as many revisions as it takes...within reason of course. LOL! Most clients go thru about 2-3 rounds of revisions prior to launch.
One of the many reasons we use WordPress is because it is a user-friendly Content Management System or CMS. 85% of our clients don't want to touch their site and email us their updates when needed. There are a few that like to go in and change things on their own and we happily provide you with what you need to do so.
Your website updates are very important. Most basic (content and image changes, etc.) updates are done within 3 business days!
Get Your Free 15 Minute Consultation and Quote Today!
We are ready to design a professional, lead generating website or redesign your existing website. Fill out the form and we will be in touch within 24 hours.