Directories, Listing Sites & Niche Platforms That Earn
Got an idea for a business directory, a specialist listing site, a car sales platform, or any niche website where users browse, search, and filter? I build the kind of dynamic sites that generate revenue - not just sit there looking pretty.
Trusted by UK businesses across Scotland and beyond
Sound Familiar?
These are the problems I hear from business owners every single day. If any of these hit home, I can help.
You've Got a Niche Site Idea but No Way to Build It
You can see the gap in the market - a local business directory, a specialist listings site, a vehicle sales platform - but off-the-shelf tools can't handle the search, filtering, and listing features you need.
Existing Platforms Take a Cut of Every Sale
You're listing on someone else's marketplace and paying fees on every transaction. Owning your own platform means keeping the revenue and controlling the experience.
Your Competitors Are Using Generic Templates
Most niche sites are cobbled together with WordPress plugins that break, load slowly, and look the same as everyone else's. A properly built platform stands out and performs.
How I Fix It
A clear, proven process with no jargon and no surprises.
Scope
We work through your platform idea together - what gets listed, how users search and filter, how listings get added, and how the site makes money.
Design
I design the user experience around how people actually browse and search your niche - category pages, search filters, listing detail pages, and contact flows.
Build
I build your platform with a proper database, search functionality, admin panel for managing listings, and the specific features your niche needs.
Launch & Grow
I get your platform live with SEO baked in from day one, so each listing becomes its own landing page that ranks on Google.
Want to Meet Me?
Got a platform idea? Let's talk it through. I'll tell you what's realistic, what it'll cost, and how quickly we can get it live.
"I wanted to build a trade directory for my local area but every solution I found was either too basic or too expensive. Lewis built exactly what I had in mind - search, categories, featured listings - and it started ranking on Google within weeks."
Craig T.
Founder, Central Scotland Trades
Here Are Your Options
Clear, transparent pricing. Pick the package that fits your business, or chat to me about a custom plan.
Directory Starter
Simple listing or directory site
- Category-based listings
- Search & filter functionality
- Listing detail pages
- Contact form per listing
- Mobile-responsive design
Platform Pro
Full-featured niche platform
- Everything in Starter
- Admin panel for managing listings
- Featured/premium listing tiers
- SEO-optimised listing pages
- 3 months post-launch support
Platform Enterprise
Large-scale directory or marketplace
- Everything in Pro
- User registration & submissions
- Payment integration for listings
- Advanced search & map views
- Ongoing support retainer
All prices shown exc. VAT · Need something custom? Let's talk
Ready to Get Started?
Choose how you'd like to take the next step. No pressure, no obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? I've got answers.
A dynamic website pulls content from a database rather than having everything hard-coded on static pages. That means listings, categories, search results, and filters all update automatically. It's how platforms like directories, car sales sites, and job boards work — and it's what makes them scalable. See examples in my portfolio
Absolutely. I can build in premium listing tiers, featured placements, and payment integration so you can monetise your platform from day one. Many of my directory clients generate recurring revenue this way. Book a free call to discuss your idea
Yes — that's one of the biggest advantages of a properly built dynamic site. Every listing gets its own SEO-optimised page with a unique URL, structured data, and targeted content. Craig T. from Central Scotland Trades saw his listings ranking on Google within weeks of launch. View my case studies
Both options are available. I can build a fully admin-controlled system where you approve and manage every listing, or a self-service model where users register and submit their own. Most clients start admin-controlled and open it up later as the platform grows. Get in touch to discuss
If it involves listings, search, filtering, or any kind of structured content, I can almost certainly build it. I've worked on everything from trade directories to specialist vehicle sales platforms. Describe your idea in a free call and I'll tell you straight whether it's something I can handle and what it'll cost. Book a free platform chat
See My Work
Real projects I've delivered for real businesses.
Espresso Repair
Doncaster
Custom-built e-commerce website for a specialist espresso machine repair company, giving them a professional online presence to showcase services and sell parts directly to customers.
Visit websiteSmall Group Tours of Scotland
Scotland
A fully integrated booking engine for a luxury Scottish tour operator, making it easy for visitors to browse, book, and pay for exclusive small-group tours across Scotland.
Visit websiteHumboldt Financial
London
Ongoing SEO management helping a London-based financial services firm improve their search visibility, attract more qualified leads, and establish authority in a competitive market.
Visit websiteInverness Palace Hotel
Inverness
SEO management for one of the Scottish Highlands' most iconic hotels, driving organic traffic and increasing direct bookings through improved search rankings.
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