Pricing

Three ways to engage. Hourly starts at $150. Fixed projects and retainers are scoped to what you need, from a short discovery to multi-year engagements. Free consultation, 31 years of experience.

Project-Based

Fixed-fee, scoped per engagement
  • Defined projects with clear deliverables
  • Paid discovery on complex scopes
  • Milestone-based billing
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Ongoing Retainer

Reserved capacity
  • Ongoing development, support, and advisory
  • A few hours to full-time engagements
  • Weekly, monthly, or quarterly billing
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Ad-Hoc

Starting at $150/hour
  • Quick fixes, small tasks, and one-offs
  • No minimum, no retainer required
  • Pay as you go, billed hourly
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Direct access to the person doing the work. No salespeople. No account reps.
31 years building for the web. That experience shows up in every engagement.
Senior-level work, every engagement. No interns or junior-level folks doing the work.
US-based, Central time. Direct communication during regular business hours.

84EM has been maintaining the entire website without issues for years, making the client beyond satisfied. The team is responsible, reliable, and prompt in managing the workflow and communication. Furthermore, they live with their words and deliver what they promised.

Erin Pheil Founder Followbright Web Agency

Frequently Asked Questions

How much will my project cost?

It depends on scope. Ad-hoc work starts at $150/hour. Fixed projects and retainers are quoted after a free consultation. Past engagements have ranged from a few hours of discovery work to multi-year retainers in the six figures.

What's your hourly rate?

$150/hour for ad-hoc work. Fixed projects and retainers are priced on scope, not hours.

Do you work on fixed-price or hourly projects?

Both. Defined projects are fixed-fee so you know the cost upfront. Ad-hoc work and discovery phases are hourly. Ongoing work is typically a retainer, billed weekly, monthly, or quarterly.

Is there a minimum project size?

No minimum. A short discovery document or a small fix is just as welcome as a multi-month build.

Can I start with a small project first?

Yes. Many engagements begin with a smaller scope, such as a fixed-price discovery phase, a scoped advisory engagement, or a defined first project. Ad-hoc hourly work can also serve as a starting point. This is a common way to establish working fit before committing to larger work.

How do I get started?

Contact 84EM to discuss your requirements, timeline, and budget. Message or book a quick call. No commitment required.

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Folks We've Helped

Huron Consulting Group
Gabelli
New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Foundation
The New Stack
Plan B Advertising
Vested
Battle Bank
Chicago Sinfonietta
Panacea Financial
FundGuard
The Pinnacle Group
Chief Agri