5 Web Design Mistakes Your Business Should Avoid (and How to Fix Them)

Let’s face it: most business websites look... meh.

They’re slow, outdated, confusing, or just plain boring — and worst of all, they’re quietly costing you leads, sales, and credibility.

As the founder of Indy Elevate, I’ve worked with business owners all over Indy who felt stuck with a website that didn’t match the quality of their work. And every time, it came down to the same core mistakes.

If you want your business to look modern, credible, and worth every dollar — keep reading. These are the top 5 web design mistakes you should avoid (and how to fix them like a pro):

1. Cluttered, Confusing Layouts

Too many pages. Too many buttons. Way too many fonts.
When people land on your site, they should know exactly what you do and what to do next — without having to scroll for five minutes.

👉 The Fix: Simplify your layout. Use clear sections, clean fonts, and 1-2 bold CTAs (calls to action). Less clutter = more conversions.

2. No Clear Call-to-Action (CTA)

“Cool, I’m here... now what?” That’s what visitors think when your site doesn’t tell them where to go next.

👉 The Fix: Every page should guide the visitor. “Book a call,” “Get a quote,” or “View services” — make it obvious what you want them to do.

3. Outdated Design

If your website hasn’t been updated in 5+ years, chances are it looks like it. And that’s hurting your brand more than you know.

👉 The Fix: A modern, sleek, mobile-friendly design builds instant trust. First impressions matter — let your site show that you're a pro.

4. Poor Mobile Experience

Over 60% of your website visitors are on their phone. If your mobile layout is clunky, broken, or hard to read, you're losing people fast.

👉 The Fix: Your site should be lightning fast, easy to read, and scroll smooth on all devices. No pinching or zooming.

5. Trying to DIY Everything

I get it — you're scrappy. But your website is the face of your business online. If it looks homemade, it feels unprofessional.

👉 The Fix: Work with a designer who understands branding, user experience, and SEO — and knows how to make your business look elite.

Ready to Upgrade?

At Indy Elevate, I help local businesses stand out online with clean, modern websites that convert. No fluff. No confusion. Just bold design, smart strategy, and real results.

If you're making any of the mistakes above — let's fix them.
You don’t need a site that just exists... you need one that works hard for your business.

📩 Reach out today and let’s get started.
You bring the business. I’ll bring the website that backs it up.