We Build Lean, Search-Ready Websites for Trades & Services with WordPress & WooCommerce

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Picture of Nolan Phelps, founder of FunkPd, looking directly at the camera. He builds all client websites in-house, with no outsourcing

I’m Nolan. I’ve been building WordPress sites since 2006 and fixing broken ones for trades and industry since FunkPd launched in 2017.

Everything on the Works page was built in-house, no outsourcing, no contractors on tap. I write the code, audit the SEO, and handle launch. The team backs me, but delivery is on me.

We build for roofers, HVAC, electricians, builders, and service operators who need real uptime, Core Web Vitals performance, and full control. Every site is lean, search-ready, and client-owned, no subscriptions, no retainers, no lock-in.

Who This Is For

We work with trade businesses, construction companies, service operators, and small industrial teams across Canada and internationally.

If your current site is underperforming; slow load times, poor SEO visibility, confusing navigation, or limited control, we specialize in rebuilding it from the ground up.

Our clients include roofers, HVAC teams, electricians, and local service providers who need clean, search-optimized websites that support real business operations without ongoing maintenance overhead.

See examples in our portfolio. Every site is purpose-built, with results tied directly to business needs.

What You Get

You’ll get a modern, high-performance website designed for SEO, usability, and long-term stability, no unnecessary plugins, no ongoing subscription requirements, and no vendor lock-in.

We handle the full build process. You keep full ownership and control.

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WordPress website design for Honeymoon Backpackers

Honeymoon Backpackers needed a new website. Their old one was slow, difficult to navigate, and failing to support their business goals.

We delivered a complete rebuild using WordPress. The new site loads fast, is easy for visitors to use, and gives the owners full control over updates and content.

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The rebuilt site is fast, easy to use, and supports the business as a daily tool; not just a brochure.This wasn’t a design refresh. It was a full system upgrade, focused on:
  • Performance: Fast load times and stable uptime, without unnecessary plugins or fragile themes.
  • Usability: Clear layout and content structure that helps users find what they need without confusion.
  • Control: A simplified backend that allows the client to manage updates without external help.
Most websites underperform because they’re pieced together with the wrong tools. Bloated themes, plugin conflicts, and poor hosting create more problems than they solve.We approach builds differently. Every system is planned, cleaned, and optimized for long-term use.If your current website slows you down or limits your control, we can replace it with something that works.

Actiwork: Scalable, Search-Ready, and Easy to Manage

Actiwork provides industrial workspace systems, including workbenches and workshop infrastructure. Their old website was slow, hard to update, and poorly structured for search engines. Basic tasks took too long to complete, and product information was buried in PDFs. The design did not reflect the quality of their products. The internal team could not manage content without outside help.

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The Solution

We rebuilt the entire website using Elementor Pro. We kept the design lean, with clean layouts and purposeful motion. The backend was structured for modular editing. This gave the internal team full control over content. We integrated WooCommerce with a plan for future product-based SEO. Industry pages were redesigned as flexible landing hubs. These pages now connect to related blog posts, case studies, and product categories.

Project Goals

  1. Give Control: Make the site editable by Actiwork’s team without outside developers.
  2. Improve Performance: Remove unnecessary plugins and slow code to improve speed.
  3. Boost SEO: Structure the site to support long-term search visibility and clean indexing.

We also resolved email and DNS issues that had blocked communication. A new brand kit was developed and matched to the site design. The site now loads more than 50% faster. Lighthouse scores are consistently in the high 90s. Remaining speed limits are due to the external server, which was outside our control.

The Result

The website is now fast, reliable, and fully editable. The Actiwork team can manage it without waiting for support. The site reflects their brand and supports future growth. It is designed for automation, content expansion, and better product visibility.

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Your Website’s Invisible? Time to Fix That.

Most small business websites fail to rank on Google. They load slowly, confuse users, and disappear in local search. We build fast, SEO-optimized WordPress websites that improve your visibility, drive organic traffic, and convert visitors into leads.

Every site is mobile-responsive, passes Core Web Vitals, and is structured for search indexing. If your site isn’t ranking or bringing in work, we can rebuild it, clean, fast, and designed to perform.

Our Website Design Works

FunkPd builds high-performance WordPress websites for trades, contractors, service businesses, and industrial firms across Canada. Our clients include roofers, HVAC companies, tailors, e-commerce stores, and commercial suppliers. Every project is built for SEO, fast load times, and long-term ownership, no subscriptions, no plugin bloat, no lock-in. See real client examples below.

1906x__CoastAndCountryPlumbing

Coast & Country Plumbing; Durable Site for a Trades-Based Business

Plumbing service’s site overhaul for better user engagement, SEO, and content management, with a focus on local service promotion.
1906x__LoudAwards

Loud Awards; Custom Voting Engine for Manitoba’s Loudest Scene

Promotional site for local artists in Manitoba, designed to showcase talent and facilitate community engagement and recognition.
FunkPd's webdesign for Minetek

Minetek; Rebuilt While Live, Refactored Without Fail

Industrial solutions provider, streamlined and SEO-optimized website redesign focused on performance and user engagement enhancements.

FunkPd's feedback & testimonials

Our clients run businesses that can’t afford broken websites. They come to us for fast, reliable builds; and they stay because we solve the problems other teams miss. From industrial operators to custom tailors, we’ve rebuilt the online foundations of businesses across Canada and beyond.

Courtney BuckinghamMinetek

"Vast Range of Web Dev Knowledge""Nolan and his team at Funk Productions have a vast range of web dev knowledge, making them the go-to web developer for any project. They excel in troubleshooting and remedying solutions that other agencies can't solve. Communication is impeccable, and Nolan is always ready for a last-minute call to discuss any details."

Jack Jase
Keck Custom Tailor

"A Game-Changer for Our Brand""FunkPd truly understood my vision for Keck Custom Tailor and brought it to life, perfectly reflecting our dedication to craftsmanship and luxury. Their creativity and attention to detail transformed our website into a compelling story of our brand."

Michelle Bradshaw
Yoga Navan

"Professional and Efficient""Working with Funk Productions is a game-changer. They are professional and efficient, very responsive, and provide the attention needed while developing your site. I love their attention to detail and the personal interest they take in helping make the best site... for YOU!"

Our Process

Every website is built by Nolan, the founder of FunkPd. He has worked with WordPress since 2006. FunkPd was launched in 2017 to deliver stable websites for trades and industry. All work is completed in-house. We do not outsource or hire contractors.

This process has been used to rebuild websites for clients in Canada, Australia, and Southeast Asia. Projects include Minetek, Actiwork, and Honeymoon Backpackers. Each website is optimized for search. Every build is mobile-ready, fast, and fully owned by the client. We do not use locked themes or add unnecessary subscriptions.

After launch, we remain available for critical support. We monitor uptime, apply patches, and assist when needed. You will not wait in a support queue. If something breaks, we fix it. If it works, we step back.

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