Custom Software Studio · Virginia · Mid-Market & Public-Sector
Custom-coded websites you actually own.
Mosaic Ridge builds custom web platforms for mid-market operators, local governments, and institutions across Virginia.
You own the source code. You control the data. Nothing depends on a third-party plugin to stay secure or stay online.
Your code. Your domain. Your data.
- Source code delivered
- WCAG 2.1 AA
- OWASP-aware
- Virginia-based
- Veteran-owned
What every build includes
v1- Engineering
- Custom build. No templates. No plugin dependencies.
- Ownership
- Source code delivered at handoff.
- Accessibility
- WCAG 2.1 AA conformance built in.
- Security
- OWASP-aware. No third-party CMS attack surface.
- Continuity
- 12 months of managed support. Migration package on exit.
- Engagement
- Senior-led. One accountable engineer per contract.
What we deliver
Built to perform. Built to last. Built to be inherited.
Three things every Mosaic Ridge build delivers — and three things most agency websites can't.
Built to perform
Whether you're a county evaluating a services-portal rebuild, a school division replacing an aging CMS, or a regional operator whose marketing site is hurting recruiting — every Mosaic Ridge build is engineered to load fast, rank well, and convert visitors into action.
- Lighthouse 95+ on the metrics that matter
- Built for Google Search and AI search visibility
- Mobile-first across every device class
Built to last
No third-party plugins to patch. No platform fees that drift. No vendor in the middle of your data. Each project ships on infrastructure your team can audit, replace, or walk away from at any time.
- Source code delivered on every project
- Documented migration path
- No platform lock-in. No license expiration.
Your code. Your control.
No CMS plugins to keep patched. No surprise platform fees. We build on infrastructure you actually own — TLS-encrypted, database row-secured, OWASP-aware, and auditable end to end.
- Hosted on US-based infrastructure
- No third-party CMS attack surface
- Predictable monthly pricing, no surprises
100%
Source code delivered
0
Third-party CMS plugins
12
Months of managed support, every build
Past performance
Real clients. Real delivered work.
Three of our clients on what working with Mosaic Ridge looks like in practice.
“Ryan and Jessica are so easy to work with, professional, respectful, thorough! The quality of their websites speak for themselves. They do most of the work for you. For us that is exactly what we needed. Being busy business owners with 3 children, time is very hard to come by. Greater than we ever imagined. They care and deliver quality websites. User friendly, attractive, detailed, simple yet advanced. We are so happy with our new website!”
Jami Wright
Short Circuit Electronics
Staunton, VA
“Ryan helped me build my website and grow my business! Nothing about building a website is easy, maintaining it? Even harder! But with the help of these guys my website has been running smooth for 2 years now and I couldn't be more thankful! Quick responses, fast problem solving, and always helpful with advice. Wouldn't trust anyone else!”
Brittany DiMarzio
Maine Reason Photography
Westbrook, ME
“Ryan went over and beyond on my website! He is the best and is always right on it when I need help or something updated. I have given his info to many of my friends! I am so glad that the Lord put him in my path!”
Susan Horne
Susan Horne Comedy
Staunton, VA
“I reached out to Mosaic Ridge’s owners, Jessica and Ryan, for details about their website creation services. Jessica responded promptly, and as soon as they learned the website was for a Christian organization, they immediately offered to support us in any way they could. They provided multiple communication options to make sharing our information simple and efficient.
Ryan followed up with a detailed list of everything he needed to personalize our webpage. After I submitted our materials, he had a full website proof ready within just one week. He also created a well organized Dropbox system for photos, which remains active so we can easily continue adding updates.
Throughout the entire process, Ryan was incredibly efficient and flexible, always willing to add, change, or adjust anything to meet our needs. We had full input on the colors and overall design, while Ryan used his creativity to build a strong and attractive foundation. I was especially impressed with the smooth navigation, including the drop down menus and how quickly the site transitions between pages.
Ryan clearly has a strong understanding of what works best to capture a visitor’s attention. Even after the website launch, he has continued to provide excellent support, responding to updates within the business day. Our monthly payment system has also worked seamlessly.
We couldn’t be more pleased with both the final product and the outstanding customer service Mosaic Ridge has provided.”
Nicole Newlon
Shining Light Christian Academy
Elkins, WV
Capabilities
Web platforms, e-commerce & custom software
From a new public-facing website to a custom internal platform — we deliver scoped, accountable engagements across four service lines. Learn more about how we work.
Web platform delivery
New public-facing sites, services portals, and full redesigns for mid-market operators, school divisions, county and city government, and mission-driven institutions across Virginia.
- Custom builds, full source-code delivery
- WCAG 2.1 AA conformance built in
- Search-engine and AI-search optimization
E-commerce platforms
Custom storefronts that live on infrastructure you own, with self-service product, inventory, and order management — no per-transaction platform fees and no tenant lock-in.
- Stripe-backed payment processing (PCI DSS Level 1)
- Self-service product dashboard
- No marketplace fees. No per-product overhead.
Custom software & internal tools
Spreadsheet workflows that have outgrown spreadsheets. Five SaaS tools that don't talk to each other. We scope and deliver custom applications that consolidate systems and remove operational debt.
- Process automation and integration
- Custom dashboards and reporting
- Booking, scheduling, and CRM tooling
Managed support & maintenance
Sites grow with the organizations that run them. We handle hosting, security patching, content updates, and performance monitoring on a documented monthly cadence.
- Hosting, security, and daily backups
- Content and photo updates
- Priority response on incident channels
Standard service tiers
We publish prices. Most don't.
Custom-scoped engagements are quoted separately. The packages below are our standard service tiers — what most projects actually cost. Year one of managed support is included; year two and beyond, you renew or you take the code with you.
Foothold
12 months of care included
Y2+: $105/mo
Local businesses establishing online
Ridgeline
12 months of care included
Y2+: $165/mo
Established businesses ready to compete
Storefront
12 months of care included
Y2+: $235/mo
Sell online without platform fees
Summit
12 months of care included
Y2+: $345/mo
Multi-location operators & regional brands
Every build includes hosting, security, performance monitoring & managed support
About Mosaic Ridge
Senior-led. Owner-accountable. Virginia-based.
Most agency sites are signed by a marketing director and built by a stranger. Ours aren't.
Mosaic Ridge is led by Ryan Dalton, a senior engineer with enterprise platform experience, working out of Virginia for clients who want one accountable engineer on the contract — not a layer of account managers between specification and delivery.
Learn More About UsFrequently asked
Common questions before we get started
What's included in the Foothold package?
Foothold is $1,800 with 12 months of Foundation Care included. You get a custom 5-page Next.js website (no templates), mobile-first design, contact form, Google Business Profile sync, baseline on-page SEO, analytics setup, and one round of design revisions. Care Plan covers hosting, security, framework updates, 1 content update per month, monthly performance email, and email support — renewing at $105/month after Year 1.
Where do you work?
We serve mid-market businesses, local and state government, and institutions across Virginia — with a concentration in the Shenandoah Valley (Staunton, Harrisonburg, Waynesboro, Lexington, Charlottesville). We deliver remotely statewide and on-site within Virginia for kickoffs, stakeholder workshops, and procurement meetings as needed.
Do you respond to RFPs and procurement solicitations?
Yes. We respond to local and state government RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs across Virginia. We can deliver capabilities statements, completed W-9s, certificates of insurance, references, and Section 508 / WCAG 2.1 AA conformance documentation on request. Email procurement@mosaicridge.com or request a Capabilities Statement to start.
Can you deliver an accessibility conformance report (ACR / VPAT)?
Every site we build is engineered to WCAG 2.1 AA from the start — semantic HTML, keyboard navigation, ARIA where needed, and tested with screen readers. For procurement engagements, we deliver an Accessibility Conformance Report aligned with Section 508 / WCAG 2.1 AA at no additional cost.
How long does it take to build a website?
Most Foothold sites are completed within 2–3 weeks. Ridgeline takes 3–4 weeks, Storefront and Summit typically run 4–6 weeks depending on complexity.
What happens if I want to cancel my care plan?
Your build fee includes 12 months of Care Plan. After that, you can renew monthly or step away — you're never locked in. If you choose not to renew, we offer a Migration Package ($850 flat) that transfers your code, database, and hosting into accounts you own, so the website is genuinely yours and you can host wherever you choose.
What's wrong with WordPress?
WordPress powers 43% of the web, but it comes with serious drawbacks: constant plugin updates that break your site, frequent security vulnerabilities, slow loading speeds that hurt your Google rankings, and expensive maintenance costs. We build custom Next.js sites that avoid these issues entirely. Fast, secure, and reliable from day one.
The right vendor isn't the one with the most features. It's the one still around in five years.
Start the conversation
Tell us what you're scoping.
A new public-facing site. A services portal. A custom internal tool. Send the brief and we'll respond within one business day.
Send a brief
Other ways to reach us
Call or text
(540) 225-2263
Available for calls and texts
hello@mosaicridge.com
Response within one business day
Office
Churchville, VA
Serving clients across Virginia
Procurement-friendly
Capabilities Statement (PDF), W-9, Certificate of Insurance, and references available upon request. We work under fixed-price, time-and-materials, retainer, and subcontract engagements.