Sledgehammer Infosystems
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When the First Baptist Church of Shelburn's aging WordPress site broke due to plugin issues, Sledgehammer Infosystems stepped in to fix the immediate problem and later provided a full rebuild. The new website, launched in August 2024, prioritizes mobile accessibility, ease of navigation, and a simple content management process that ensures their team can focus on ministry rather than maintenance.
The church's previous website had been built by a former staff member, and after his departure, the remaining team struggled to maintain it. When - as happens far too often - a plugin issue took the site offline, Sledgehammer Infosystems provided a temporary fix before offering a long-term solution.
The new website was designed to be mobile-friendly, easy to navigate, and simple to update. Since much of their previous site's content was outdated or incomplete, the process took longer as the church gathered new material for the site.
The contract was signed in early March 2024, and after a clean, responsive layout was approved in late April, we completed the build and launched in early August.
Given the church's aging congregation, ease of use was a major focus. The new site features a clean design with large, readable text, clear navigation, and fast load times on all devices.
Unlike their previous WordPress site, this rebuild fully embraces responsive design, ensuring a smooth experience across desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
The old site had minimal search engine optimization, making it difficult for new visitors to find. The new build follows SEO best practices, improving discoverability and ensuring important information—such as service times and contact details—is easy to find.
Additionally, the static-site approach means improved security and near-instant page loads, eliminating the plugin-related headaches they previously dealt with.
The First Baptist Church of Shelburn now has a modern, reliable website that meets their needs without the risk of breaking. Their staff can easily upload weekly announcements, and other changes are handled quickly as needed.
The site's improved mobile accessibility, cleaner navigation, and SEO enhancements provide a much better experience for both existing members and new visitors alike.