Plenty of small businesses run on a Facebook page and word of mouth. So do you actually need a website? For most, the answer is yes, and here is the practical reason why.
People check before they call
When someone hears about your business, the first thing they do is look you up. If they find nothing, or only an outdated social page, they wonder if you are still around. A simple website answers their questions and makes you look established, even if you are a one-person operation.
You own it
A social media page belongs to the platform, not to you. Rules change, reach drops, and accounts get locked. Your website is yours. It keeps working no matter what happens to any social network.
It brings in customers you are missing
People search Google for what you do every day. Without a website, you cannot show up for those searches. With one that is set up for local search, you can appear when someone in Sudbury looks for your service.
It does not have to be big
A small business does not need a huge site. A few clear pages that explain what you do, show your work, and make it easy to contact you is enough to start. You can add to it as you grow. See what a basic business website includes, or check our pricing.
The short answer
If you want to be found, look credible, and reach people searching for what you sell, yes, you need a website. It is one of the few marketing tools that keeps working for years after you build it.