PHP Development Services in Kentucky

PHP offers: Proven reliability powering 78% of websites, Laravel framework for rapid development, Cost-effective hosting options, Large talent pool, Mature ecosystem with thousands of packages, Excellent performance with modern PHP 8+. PHP powers Facebook, Wikipedia, WordPress, and many enterprise applications.

Timeline depends on complexity: Simple app: 4-8 weeks, Medium app with Laravel: 8-16 weeks, Complex app with advanced features: 16-24 weeks, Enterprise app: 24+ weeks. Laravel's rapid development capabilities mean we can often deliver faster while maintaining high quality.

Absolutely. PHP powers some of the world's highest-traffic sites: Facebook, Wikipedia, WordPress. We optimize for: OPcache and caching strategies, Database optimization, Code optimization and minimal dependencies, CDN integration, Horizontal scaling. Modern PHP 8+ offers excellent performance.

Yes. We specialize in Laravel development: Laravel applications from scratch, Laravel API development, Laravel Nova admin panels, Laravel Livewire for dynamic UIs, Laravel migrations and upgrades, Laravel testing and CI/CD. Laravel is our preferred PHP framework for its elegance and productivity.

Absolutely. We handle: Legacy PHP modernization to Laravel or modern PHP, Version upgrades (PHP 5.x to 8+), Framework migrations, Code refactoring and optimization, Security improvements, Performance optimization. We ensure your application is modern, secure, and performant.

Our process includes: Requirements gathering and planning, Architecture design, Development with code reviews, Comprehensive testing (unit, integration, E2E), Documentation (code and user), Deployment and DevOps setup, Post-launch support and maintenance. We follow Agile methodologies with regular demos and feedback cycles.

Monthly Retainer ($500/mo + $125/hr): Best value for ongoing work. The $500/month retainer gives you ~4 hours/month plus access to our discounted $125/hr rate (37.5% savings vs. $200/hr). Perfect for maintenance, support, and regular feature additions. Note: The $125/hr rate is only available with a monthly retainer.

Weekly Rate ($3,500/wk): Best for dedicated, full-time development. Requires a minimum 1-month commitment. Perfect for faster delivery, team scaling, and long-term projects. Additional developers are $2,500/wk each.

One-Time Projects ($200/hr): For single projects without ongoing commitment. No retainer required, but you'll save 37.5% by choosing the monthly retainer option if you have ongoing needs.

We maintain high code quality through: Code reviews for every pull request, Comprehensive test coverage (aim for 80%+), Following best practices and style guides, Automated linting and formatting, Regular refactoring, Documentation standards. We write code that's not just functional, but maintainable and scalable for the long term.

Absolutely. We frequently work as an extension of existing teams, providing expertise, pair programming, code reviews, and knowledge transfer. We can integrate with your existing workflows, tools, and processes. Many clients use us to augment their team during busy periods or to bring expertise they don't have in-house.

We provide: Complete codebase and documentation handoff, Training for your team, Post-launch support period (typically 30-90 days), Ongoing maintenance options (hourly or retainer), Emergency support availability. We're committed to your long-term success, not just delivering a project and walking away.

We believe in building the right relationships, not just closing deals. During your free consultation, we'll discuss your project goals, budget, timeline, and technical requirements. We work best with clients who have clear goals, realistic budgets, commitment to quality, and value long-term partnerships. Projects typically need a minimum budget of $500/month retainer (for $125/hr rate) or $3,500/week with 1-month minimum commitment (for dedicated development). If we're not a good match, we'll be honest and may recommend alternatives. No obligation—the consultation is free.