Custom Software

Bespoke Software for Small Businesses. Built in 1–2 Weeks. From £1,500.

Stop managing jobs in spreadsheets and WhatsApp groups. I build lightweight web apps, dashboards, and mobile tools that your team can actually use — without the £10k+ agency price tag.

1–2 week delivery
Fixed price, no surprises
You own everything
Luke Swestun — Custom software builder for small businesses
The Problem

Still Running Your Business on Spreadsheets and WhatsApp?

It worked when you were small. Now you have more jobs, more staff, and more moving parts. The old system is not just slow — it is costing you money, customers, and sleep.

5+

different spreadsheets, WhatsApp groups, and notepads to track one job

3hrs+

wasted every day on admin, chasing updates, and re-entering data

40%

of job details get lost between phone calls and text messages

0

visibility into what your team is doing when you are not there

Packages

Three Ways to Build

Fixed price. Fixed scope. No hidden fees. Pick the package that matches where you are right now.

Process Dashboard

£1,500/ 1 week

A custom web dashboard built from your existing spreadsheet data. Track jobs, clients, inventory, or appointments in one place.

  • Mobile-friendly web dashboard
  • Built from your existing data
  • Login-protected with 1–2 admin users
  • Simple filters and search
  • 48-hour test period + handover
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Field App + Dashboard

£3,000/ 1–2 weeks

A branded mobile app for your field team plus a manager dashboard. Log data, upload photos, capture signatures — all in real time.

  • Everything in Process Dashboard
  • Branded mobile app (iOS + Android)
  • Photo upload and signature capture
  • GPS and timestamp on every entry
  • Real-time manager dashboard
  • 30 days of support
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Full System

£5,000/ 2–3 weeks

Everything in the Field App package plus a client portal, automated reports, and integrations with your existing tools.

  • Everything in Field App + Dashboard
  • Client portal for status tracking
  • Automated email and PDF reports
  • Calendar, Stripe, and email integrations
  • Custom business logic and workflows
  • 60 days of support
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Process

How It Works

Four steps. No technical knowledge required. You explain your process. I build the tool. You test it. We launch.

01

Discovery

A 30-minute call to understand your current process, pain points, and what the tool needs to do.

02

Build

I build the tool using your real data and workflows. No templates. Everything is tailored to how you actually work.

03

Test

You and your team use it for 48 hours. I fix anything that does not feel right. No surprises at launch.

04

Launch

Full handover with documentation and a short training session. You own the code, the data, and the system.

Deliverables

What You Get

Everything you need to hand over to your team and start using the tool on day one.

Web app or dashboard (mobile-friendly)
Mobile app (if applicable)
Login-protected with user accounts
Simple documentation
48-hour test window
30–60 days of support
You own everything — no lock-in
Industries

Who This Is For

If your team is out in the field, managing clients, or tracking jobs — and you are still using spreadsheets — this is for you.

Tradespeople

Roofing, plumbing, electrical

Property Managers

Lettings, inspections, maintenance

Consultants

Client work, deliverables, reporting

Restoration

Damage repair, insurance claims

Car Rental & Fleet

Bookings, checks, servicing

Therapy & Care

Appointments, notes, client records

Example Projects

What This Looks Like in Practice

These are real-world examples based on common projects. Your tool will be built specifically for your business and workflow.

Process Dashboard£1,5001 week

Job Tracking Dashboard

Roofing Company

Problem

The owner was tracking 30+ active jobs across four spreadsheets and a WhatsApp group. Jobs were getting lost, materials were ordered twice, and customers were calling for updates he could not give.

Solution

A single web dashboard where each job has a status, assigned team, material list, and customer notes. The office manager updates it in real time. The owner checks it on his phone between site visits.

Result

Zero lost jobs in the first month. Office admin time cut by 60%. Customer complaints about updates dropped to almost none.

Field App + Dashboard£3,0002 weeks

Condition Report App

Property Manager

Problem

Move-in and move-out reports were done on paper checklists. Photos were taken on personal phones and emailed later. Disputes over damage took hours to resolve because evidence was scattered.

Solution

A branded mobile app for field agents to log condition reports with timestamped photos and digital signatures. A manager dashboard reviews submissions in real time and exports PDF reports instantly.

Result

Report turnaround dropped from 3 days to 30 minutes. Deposit disputes resolved in minutes instead of hours. One admin role made redundant through efficiency.

Full System£5,0003 weeks

Client Portal

Consultancy

Problem

The consultant shared deliverables via email and tracked project status in a spreadsheet. Clients constantly asked for updates and could not find old documents. It looked unprofessional.

Solution

A branded client portal where each client sees their project status, uploads documents, and downloads deliverables. Automated email updates fire at each milestone.

Result

Client update emails reduced by 80%. Average project satisfaction score increased. Two new clients signed specifically because of the portal.

FAQ

Common Questions

Straight answers. No jargon. No sales pitch.

How much does it actually cost?

The three packages are fixed price: £1,500 for a Process Dashboard, £3,000 for a Field App + Dashboard, and £5,000 for a Full System. There are no hidden fees. If your needs fall between packages, I will quote a custom price upfront — no surprises.

How long does it take?

Most dashboards are done in 1 week. Field apps take 1–2 weeks. Full systems with portals and integrations take 2–3 weeks. I will give you a specific timeline before we start, and I hit deadlines.

Do I need to be technical?

Not at all. I handle everything technical. You just need to explain how your business works and test the tool when it is ready. Most of my clients have never managed a software project before. I guide you through every step.

What if I need changes after launch?

Every package includes 30–60 days of support for bugs and small tweaks. After that, changes are billed at a simple day rate. You are never locked in. You own the code, so you can take it to any developer if you prefer.

Who owns the software?

You do. I build it, hand it over, and you own the code, the data, and the system. There are no ongoing licenses or subscriptions unless you want me to host it for you. It is yours forever.

Can it integrate with what I already use?

Yes. I can connect to your existing calendar, email, accounting software, or CRM. The Full System package includes integrations as standard. For simpler packages, we discuss what makes sense for your workflow.

Next Step

Get a Quote in 24 Hours

Tell me what you need. I will reply with a clear quote, timeline, and exactly what is included. No commitment required.

Fixed price quoteNo hidden fees or surprise invoices
24-hour responseI reply to every inquiry personally
No pressureGet the quote, think it over, decide when you are ready

No commitment. I will reply with a clear quote and next steps within 24 hours.

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