Sometimes you don't need a full project — you need an experienced, independent second opinion. Our WordPress consulting service covers everything from choosing between page builders and custom themes, to diagnosing performance and security issues on an existing site, to planning a migration or replatform without breaking SEO rankings built up over years.
We're a WordPress agency based in London, with a second office in New York, and consult for businesses across the UK and US — remotely for most engagements, in person where it makes sense for larger London-based clients.
We've been building on WordPress for 18 years, across brochure sites, WooCommerce stores, membership platforms and custom plugin development. That breadth means we can usually diagnose what's actually wrong with a WordPress site quickly — and, just as importantly, tell you honestly what's worth fixing first versus what can wait.
WordPress consulting engagements can be a one-off audit, a short advisory sprint around a specific decision (like choosing a new host or evaluating a redesign proposal from another agency), or an ongoing retainer for teams who need occasional expert input but don't have in-house WordPress specialists.
We build, not just advise
Every recommendation is grounded in what we've actually implemented on client sites, not generic best-practice checklists.
Vendor-neutral
We're not tied to selling a specific host, theme or plugin stack — our advice is based on what's right for your specific site and budget.
Fast, practical diagnostics
18 years of WordPress troubleshooting means we can usually identify the root cause of performance, security or plugin conflicts quickly.
Flexible engagement models
One-off audits, project-specific advisory sprints, or ongoing retainer support — whatever fits how your team actually works.
When to bring in a WordPress consultant
The most common trigger is performance: a site that's slowed down over time as plugins accumulated, with no one quite sure which ones are actually necessary. A close second is security — either after an incident, or as a proactive step before it happens. We also get brought in frequently to sanity-check a redesign or replatform proposal from another agency before a client commits budget to it.
For growing businesses, an ongoing advisory retainer often makes more sense than a series of one-off audits: questions come up between major projects — should we use this new plugin, is this hosting upgrade worth it, why did the site slow down after last week's update — and having someone to ask quickly, without spinning up a new project each time, tends to save both time and money over the course of a year.
How is WordPress consulting different from hiring a WordPress developer?
A developer implements changes; a consultant diagnoses issues, evaluates options and advises on strategy — though we can also implement the fixes ourselves if you'd prefer not to involve a separate developer.
Can you review a proposal we've received from another agency?
Yes, this is one of our most common consulting engagements — an independent, vendor-neutral review of a quote, technical approach or proposed platform choice before you commit.
Do you offer one-off audits or only ongoing retainers?
Both. Many clients start with a one-off audit and move to an ongoing advisory retainer once they see the value of having WordPress expertise on tap.
Can you help us choose between WordPress and another platform?
Yes — we regularly advise on WordPress versus Shopify, Squarespace, Webflow or custom-built alternatives, based on your specific requirements rather than a one-size-fits-all recommendation.
What if the audit finds issues caused by our current developer or agency?
We report findings factually and constructively. The goal is a clear picture of your site's health and a prioritised path forward, not assigning blame.
Are you based in London, or do you work with clients elsewhere too?
Our team is based in London, with a second office in New York. Most consulting engagements are run remotely regardless of location, though London-based clients are welcome to meet in person for larger projects.