Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Web Design Solutions
Established in 2010, SteamDesk has built a reputation for delivering tailored technology solutions to businesses across diverse industries. Our team combines decades of experience in web development, with expertise spanning legacy systems integration, e-commerce platforms, and modern CMS frameworks. With a focus on practical problem-solving and client collaboration, we prioritise efficiency and transparency in all our projects. Our technical capabilities include converting outdated systems to modern architectures, developing scalable web applications, and providing ongoing support contracts.We serve clients ranging from small enterprises to large organisations, maintaining long-term relationships through reliable service and technical excellence. Our approach emphasizes clear communication, avoiding technical jargon to ensure clients fully understand project scopes and deliverables. With a proven track record in both private and public sector projects, we combine academic rigor with real-world application to deliver robust digital solutions.
Services
Web Development
E-commerce Development
WordPress Development
Drupal Development
Custom Software Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in web development and system integration
- Our team includes PhD-qualified technical experts with academic and industry credentials
- We offer flexible support contracts with transparent pricing structures
- We specialise in maintaining and modernising legacy systems with proven reliability
- Our client retention rate demonstrates consistent delivery of practical solutions
What people say
Professional and prompt
Competitive service
Support is really good
Services
Web Development
We specialise in building custom web applications using modern technologies including PHP with Laravel, JavaScript frameworks, and LAMP/WAMP stacks. Our developers convert legacy systems to contemporary architectures while maintaining data integrity. With expertise in cross-platform integration, we deliver scalable solutions for businesses requiring robust online presence and functionality.
E-commerce Development
Our e-commerce solutions focus on WooCommerce and custom Magento implementations, optimised for performance and security. We provide complete lifecycle support from initial setup to ongoing maintenance. Our team specialises in migrating existing stores to modern platforms while preserving critical business data and customer information.
WordPress Development
We develop and maintain WordPress websites tailored to business requirements, combining theme customisation with bespoke plugin development. Our approach ensures optimal performance while maintaining ease of content management. We also handle complex migrations from legacy CMS platforms to WordPress environments.
Drupal Development
For large-scale applications, we implement Drupal-based solutions with advanced content management capabilities. Our developers create custom modules and integrations while ensuring system scalability. We provide ongoing support for Drupal websites, including security updates and performance optimisation.
Legacy System Integration
We specialise in maintaining and upgrading outdated technologies including ColdFusion and classic ASP systems. Our team implements gradual modernisation strategies while preserving core functionality. This includes data migration, API development for system integration, and creating screen-scraping solutions when necessary.
People
Ross Hamilton
Managing Director
Founder and technical director with web development expertise since the 1990s. Holds a PhD in Computer Science and specialises in system architecture and legacy technology maintenance.
Ben Trott
Drupal Specialist
Senior developer with expertise in Drupal frameworks and enterprise-level web applications. Joined SteamDesk through a university knowledge transfer partnership in 2013.
Dave Langley
Software Developer
Former defence sector software contractor with specialisation in client-facing internet technologies. Expert in multiple programming languages and system integrations.
Gabriel Mannequin
Project Model
Former experimental online shop model for SteamDesk's e-commerce research project. Provided practical insights into retail platform requirements during 2014-2017 operations.
Questions
What web development services do you offer?
We provide full-stack web development including PHP frameworks, JavaScript applications, and CMS customisation. Our expertise covers system conversions, legacy maintenance, and modern architecture implementation.
Do you support existing e-commerce platforms?
Yes, we offer maintenance and optimisation services for WooCommerce, Magento, and other e-commerce systems. This includes performance improvements, security updates, and feature enhancements.
What support options are available?
We offer flexible support contracts with agreed response times and service levels. Our hourly rate starts at £55, with bundled development time options available for regular clients.
Can you help with legacy system modernisation?
Yes, we specialise in upgrading outdated technologies like classic ASP and ColdFusion. Our approach maintains functionality while improving security, performance, and maintainability.
Which CMS platforms do you work with?
We primarily use WordPress for smaller projects and Drupal for enterprise requirements. We also handle migrations between CMS platforms and custom solution development.
