FAQ

What does BARN3S do?

BARN3S is a web design and web development agency in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We design and build custom websites, online stores and brand identities, and we run the search and digital marketing that brings customers to them. Design and development are handled in-house, in Tulsa, so the people who design your site are the same people who build it.

Where is BARN3S located, and do you only work with Tulsa businesses?

Our office is in the Thompson Building at 20 East 5th Street, Suite 950, in downtown Tulsa. Most of our clients are in Tulsa and across Oklahoma, but we also work with companies nationwide, including a national insurance brokerage and manufacturers with customers around the country. Everything can be handled by phone, email and video, so location is never a barrier.

How long has BARN3S been in business?

BARN3S was founded in Tulsa in 2000 as Scizzortell, became Walsh Barnes in 2007 and has operated as BARN3S since 2016. That is more than 25 years of designing and building websites for Oklahoma businesses.

How much does a website cost?

It depends on what the site has to do. A focused brochure site for a small business costs far less than an e-commerce store with hundreds of products, customer accounts and integrations. We scope every project individually and give you a fixed quote before any work starts, so there are no surprises. The free consultation is where we figure out what you need and what it will cost.

How long does it take to build a website?

Most brochure-style business websites launch within roughly six to ten weeks of kickoff. E-commerce sites and larger custom builds typically take three to five months. The biggest variable is content: the sooner we have your text, photos and product information, the sooner the site goes live.

What platform do you build websites on?

Most BARN3S websites are built on WordPress, which gives you a site your own team can update without a developer, backed by the largest ecosystem of plugins and integrations on the web. For online stores we use WooCommerce on WordPress or a dedicated e-commerce platform, depending on your catalog, payment and shipping needs. We will recommend the platform that fits your business, not the one that is easiest for us.

Will I be able to update the website myself?

Yes. Every site we build is set up so you can edit pages, add posts, swap photos and update products without touching code. We walk you through it before launch, and we are a phone call away when you would rather have us make the change.

Do you redesign existing websites?

Yes. Redesigns are a large part of our work. We start by looking at what your current site does well and where it loses visitors, then rebuild it with a modern, mobile-friendly design, cleaner navigation and the features your business needs today. Existing content, rankings and URLs are carried over carefully so you do not lose traffic in the move.

Do you build e-commerce websites?

Yes. We design and build online stores with product catalogs, secure payments, shipping and tax rules, customer accounts and custom features such as dealer locators or quote requests. The Johnston Seed Company store, built for a family business founded in 1893, is a recent example.

Do you do branding and logo design?

Yes. BARN3S creates logos, visual identities and brand systems, and we are often asked to do the branding and the website together so everything matches from day one. If you already have a brand we love, we will design the site around it.

Can you help people find my website once it launches?

Yes. Every site we build is structured for search engines from the start: fast, mobile-friendly, with clean page structure and structured data. Beyond that, we offer search optimization, Google Ads management and content strategy to bring the right customers to your site.

What industries do you work with?

We have built websites for manufacturers, architects, energy companies, banks and insurance brokerages, museums and entertainment venues, non-profits and professional service firms, among others. If your business needs a website that works hard, we would like to talk.

What does the process look like?

Every project moves through discovery, exploration, design, development, launch and support. We start by understanding your goals, customers and competition, explore design and technical options, design the site, build and test it on every device, launch it, and stay available afterward. You will know what is happening at every stage, and nothing goes live without your approval.

Do you provide hosting, maintenance and support after launch?

Yes. After launch we can set up and manage hosting, keep WordPress and plugins updated and secure, and make ongoing changes as your business grows. If you would rather manage the site in-house, we hand it over with training and remain available whenever you need help.

How do I get started?

Call 918.747.6789 or send us a note describing your project. We reply within one business day, ask a few questions about what you need, and come back with a clear scope and quote. The consultation is free.