What does a fire department website cost?

Two options. A one-time custom build runs $1,500 for volunteer departments or $2,500 for career departments — flat fee, you own the site. Or go with a Fire Watch plan starting at $125/mo (Captain) or $175/mo (Chief) with no upfront cost, custom build included, and a 12-month minimum commitment.

How long does it take to build a fire department website?

Most fire department websites are live within six to eight weeks of project kickoff. That includes design, development, content migration, and full testing.

Do you only work with fire departments?

Primarily yes. We also work with IAFF locals, EMS agencies, and firefighters building their own businesses. If it is fire service adjacent, we are interested.

Can you migrate our existing website content?

Yes. We handle all content migration — pages, documents, images, and media all transfer over. Nothing gets lost in the move.

How do you handle ADA compliance?

We build to WCAG 2.2 AA standards and conduct thorough accessibility testing before launch. Heading structure, alt text, keyboard navigation, form labels, screen reader compatibility — all covered. Compliance is built in, not bolted on.

What happens after the site launches?

That's exactly what Fire Watch is for — our ongoing maintenance plans. Security updates, ADA monitoring, and content support with the same point of contact. Plans start at $125/mo with a 12-month minimum.

Fire Department Website Design & Development

Custom-Built, Not Template-Based

Custom Fire Department Website Design That Works

At The Irons, every fire department website is custom-built from the ground up — not adapted from a generic template. We handle everything from design and development through launch and ongoing support, so your department can focus on the mission. Running a volunteer or combination department? We have an approach built around how you operate.

Every Irons site is built around a layer of accessibility, recruitment, and fire-service-specific features that most agencies don't know to include.

ADA Compliant. Title II Ready.

Every site we build meets WCAG 2.2 AA standards from the ground up — the current requirement under the DOJ's Title II rule. Built right from day one, not bolted on with an overlay widget.

Recruitment Built for the Fire Service

Volunteer application forms, open position pages, and onboarding content built in from day one — written in fire-service language, not adapted from a generic HR template.

Your Admin Can Handle It

No tech skills required. Post news, update events, and manage documents from any device. Our CMS is built for the officer or admin who drew the short straw.

Built by an Active Firefighter

Matt Reardon, Cambridge Fire Department, on the job since 2014. Not firefighter-adjacent. Not retired. On the floor, running calls, building your site between tours.

On the Floor in 6–8 Weeks

Most fire department websites are live within 6 to 8 weeks of project kickoff — design, build, content migration, and testing included. Your department isn't waiting months.

We Don't Disappear After Launch

Same contact. No chasing a new developer every time something needs to change. Fire Watch plans include the custom build, hosting, and ongoing support — all for one monthly fee with no upfront cost.

Always Online. Always Secure.

Your site needs to be up when your community needs it most — after a major incident, before a levy vote, at 0200. Enterprise-grade hosting, 99.9% uptime, SSL, daily backups.

Built Around Your Department

Colors, badge, apparatus, culture — built from scratch around your department. No templates recycled from a dental office in Ohio. Every design decision reflects your professionalism.

Fire department leadership reviewing a custom-built website

The Process

Three Steps. Zero Surprises.

Discovery

We learn about your department, your goals, and what your current site is missing. One call, no fluff.

Design & Build

We design and build your site, keeping you in the loop throughout. You review, we refine.

Launch & Support

We handle launch and offer ongoing Fire Watch plans to keep your site secure, compliant, and current.

Investment

Transparent Pricing

Two ways to work with us. A one-time custom build with a flat fee, or an all-inclusive Fire Watch plan with no upfront cost and a 12-month minimum commitment.

One-Time Build

Custom Build

Starting at

$1,500

Flat-fee custom website, ADA-compliant from day one and launched in 6-8 weeks. Hosting available for $25/mo.

What's Included

Custom-built website
WCAG 2.2 AA compliant
Mobile-responsive
Managed hosting with 99.9% uptime
Launched in 6-8 weeks
Training session for your admin staff

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Learn More About Fire Department Websites

ADA Compliance Guide

Title II deadlines, WCAG 2.1 AA requirements, and what your department needs to do now.

Fire Watch Plans

A custom-built website, managed hosting, and ongoing support — all for one monthly fee with no upfront cost.

The Irons Blog

Tips, guides, and insights on fire department website design, ADA compliance, and recruitment.

Answers for Chiefs and Town Managers

Your department deserves a site that works as hard as you do.

Free 30-minute consultation — no obligation, no sales pressure. Just a straight conversation about what your department needs.

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Fire Department Website Design Built for the Service