What do you think??

andyhomercollins

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Hi, I've made some changes to my web site since I last asked you guys to review it, and I've made some improvements I think, based on your suggestions and advise.

Please let me know what you think - "you can be honest... ive been beeten so long it doesnt hurt anymore!"

Thanks

www.computit.co.uk
 
I like it. Its really good.. Only looked at a few pages right now but its really nice...Good job...
 
The Good
  • Overall I think it's effective and functional.
  • The menu is nice, and there are some good Web 2.0 graphics included.
  • Tableless layout is always a plus.

The Bad
  • The header and footer seem a little dated and out of place.
  • The menu colors don't match the rest of the site.
  • Use of images to replace text makes much of your content inaccessible to people with disabilities or with non-standard browsers.

I would recommend maybe working on the header and footer, changing some colors to make the layout flow better, and replacing the textual images with real text. If replacing the images is not possible, use alt and title tags to make them more accessible.
 
i would look at trying to reduce the amount of images that are on you site, try also make the image the correct size for what you want, i.e. not bigger.

as your site is mostly images it takes a long time to load even on my fast internet think about people that still use dial up.
 
Not Completely SEO friendly site

you do not have alternate text in your images
No proper internal linking as well as header tags inserted in the content
Footer is not proper

Please work on some SEO issues so you will get more business promotion!

thank you!
 
One spelling or punctuation error: in your menu, "Service fee's" should be "Service fees." Never make plural with an apostrophe.

Other than that, it looks great and navigation is a cinch.

On a humorous note (sorry, but my mind works that way sometimes) at a glance, I saw "Compu-tit" instead of "ComputIT." Sorry, just couldn't resist... ;)
 
hi

From my view:

Do not use "WE" very often, there is a website that count how many times web page used "WE" :)

Stock images such as "HELP" one is seen very often..

Very big logo, I would rather use image with people and put LOGO on the corner somewhere.
Use this web site colorschemedesignerDOTcom to get complementary colors and than find a picture that uses those colors, put it in the header and than include your logo. That way your logo will get more contrast and be more noticable.

On the bottom of the page include your full address with city, this helps Google to see where is your site from (better local listings).

Good work btw!

Other than that good work
 
you've gone to a lot of trouble to make a professional-looking site. I like the design and most of the wording is compelling.

I spotted 7 punctuation errors (incorrect use of apostrophes) and 2-3 spelling errors.

re use of apostrophes - they should only be used to indicate ommitted letters, possession, and in some rare instance to specify plurals.

the planets (plural of planet)
the planet's rings (rings belonging to the planet)

the bins
the bin's handle

the computers
the computer's screen

more here

Also, I could be wrong but the graphics seem a bit slow. Have you optimised the png files to get their sizes down?

I think the body text on most of the pages needs a bit of a trim and edit, but on the whole (if it wasnt for the spelling errors) if I was a customer I would want to deal with you if that was how I had learned about your company. Its a good site.

I really like the way you've stated the case for customers to use your service in the Wireless section.

PC M.O.T is well laid-out also, and makes a good case for your work.

Set up and Installation works well too IMO

Virus and Spyware removal is good. I'd buy one if I didnt already know how to do it myself :)

A few observations:

"straightforward" should be one word. (home page)

"Using the latest and most sophisticated diagnostic tools, We specialise in home diagnostics" - no capital after the comma (About)

"If the diagnostics cannot be repaired on site" - I think possibly you mean 'computer' or 'problem' - you're probably not repairing "diagnostics". (About)

Suggestion:
We specialise in home diagnostics using the latest and most sophisticated technologies. There is no need to go to the trouble of unplugging your PC to bring it to us. If you prefer, we can come to you, usually within 2 hours of your call. If the machine needs to be taken off-site, we can deliver and set it up for you when the repairs are complete [usually 1-3 days].

"In most cases - we can be on site within the hour!!" contradicts the text above @ 2 hours. Not consistent. (Repair Service)

"Need advise?" should be "need advice?" (repair service)

The 'hardware upgrades" section is waffly. Doesnt seem to make any particular point. You lost me at "If you have had your computer for six months or more you may already be thinking about a computer upgrade". What is it you are trying to compel your readers to do here?

There's another spelling error there somewhere. Its getting late and I dont have time to track it down. From memory it was something a spell checker would pick up though....

Apart from these few minor things it looks good IMO. Well done :)
 
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I would look at "tuning" the header a bit, as it seems a bit large in file size. Seemed like it was painting down the screen for me, but that might just be my internet connection. The PNG file could probably be squeezed to a bit smaller if it was a JPG.

Otherwise, I really like the layout and the overall look and feel. It's a very simple site to navigate and seems like potential customer's could find the info they need in a few clicks.
 
On a humorous note (sorry, but my mind works that way sometimes) at a glance, I saw "Compu-tit" instead of "ComputIT." Sorry, just couldn't resist... ;)

+1 for this. At first glance, this is what I saw also! Sorry ;)

Nice site though. I like the colour scheme. :)
 
Thank guys for taking the time and effort to give me your opinions and views - I really appreciate it.

I've taken on board your comments about the logo, and I will look into this in the next week or 2

I've also changed some of the content and corrected spelling and punctuation in the menu and the content.

Oh, yes... compu tit :D:D Thanks!! :rolleyes:
 
By the way the line about the diagnostic fee being "waivered" is incorrect. It should be "waived".

I hope you got permission and/or paid to use any images that are not of your own creation. There are 1000's of site owners being hit with large legal claims from some of the image firms out there. Search on "getty images lawsuit" for details. The reason I mention it is that I recognise one of the images as being one I took down off my own site for this exact reason :)
 
Thank guys for taking the time and effort to give me your opinions and views - I really appreciate it.

I've taken on board your comments about the logo, and I will look into this in the next week or 2

I've also changed some of the content and corrected spelling and punctuation in the menu and the content.

Oh, yes... compu tit :D:D Thanks!! :rolleyes:

Looks a LOT better now. I really like your site. Keep us posted on how its working for you?
 
Thanks MobileTechie, Yes, I have paid for the use of the images on the site - I was aware that Getty images are "clamping" down on the illegal use of thier images on websites.

Thanks for teh heads-up anyway! ;)
 
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