The Digital Craftsman's Toolkit

At Chastain Sites, I believe that exceptional digital solutions require the right combination of cutting-edge tools and seasoned expertise. With over 20 years of experience in web development, I’ve carefully curated a professional-grade technology stack that powers every aspect of my service offerings. Each tool has been selected for its reliability, performance, and ability to deliver outstanding results for my clients. From website development and hosting to marketing analytics and e-commerce solutions, this comprehensive toolkit enables me to transform your digital vision into reality with precision and excellence.

Website Development

My WordPress development toolkit combines premium themes, powerful page builders, and essential plugins to create high-performance websites. Every site I build leverages these industry-leading tools to deliver exceptional user experiences and streamlined management. This carefully curated stack ensures your website will look stunning, load quickly, and remain secure.

Content Management Systems

WordPress – Primary CMS platform
Squarespace – Secondary CMS for specific client needs

Page Builders & Design Tools

Elementor Pro – Primary visual page builder
Beaver Builder – Alternative page builder for specific projects
Dreamweaver – Code editing and legacy support

WordPress Themes

GeneratePress Premium – Lightweight performance-focused theme
Hello Elementor – Clean base theme for Elementor builds
Avada – Full-featured multipurpose theme
Striking Multiplex – Specialized theme for specific client needs

WordPress Plugins

Gravity Forms Elite – Advanced form creation and management
Wordfence – Security and firewall protection
Perfmatters – Performance optimization
EWWW Image Optimizer – Image compression and WebP conversion
RankMath Pro – SEO management and optimization
WP All Import – Data import and content migration

MARKETING & ANALYTICS

I employ sophisticated marketing and analytics tools to maximize your online visibility and measure what matters. These solutions provide actionable insights to continuously improve your digital presence, from comprehensive SEO research to detailed performance tracking. The data-driven approach ensures your marketing budget delivers measurable results and sustainable growth.

SEO & Marketing

SEMrush – Comprehensive SEO research and tracking
RankMath Pro – On-site SEO implementation
HubSpot – Marketing automation, CRM, and business operations
Google Search Console – Search performance monitoring

Advertising & Analytics

Google Analytics – Website traffic and user behavior analysis
Google Ads (AdWords) – PPC campaign management
GTMetrix – Page speed analysis and optimization

HOSTING & DEVELOPMENT

Your website deserves premium hosting and expert development tools for optimal performance and reliability. I work with industry-leading hosting providers like Kinsta that offer enhanced security, blazing-fast speeds, and exceptional uptime guarantees. My development toolkit ensures efficient code management, seamless deployments, and professional-grade solutions for every technical challenge.

Hosting Solutions

Kinsta – Premium managed WordPress hosting
A2 Hosting – Additional hosting option
cPanel – Hosting management interface

Development Tools

Sublime Text – Primary code editor
FileZilla Pro – FTP/SFTP file management
ManageWP – WordPress site management dashboard
Hover – Domain registration and DNS management

BUSINESS OPERATIONS

Seamless business operations are the backbone of successful client relationships and project delivery. My integrated suite of project management, communication, and payment processing tools ensures professional coordination and transparent workflows. With HubSpot at the center of client communications, every interaction is tracked and optimized for exceptional service delivery.

Project Management & Communication

Google Workspace – Email, calendar, and document management
Trello – Project management and task tracking
HubSpot – CRM, contact management, and client communications
Zoom – Virtual meetings and client consultations

Payment Processing

Stripe – Primary payment processor
Square – Point-of-sale and payment processing alternative

E-COMMERCE SOLUTIONS

Transform your online business with powerful e-commerce solutions built for performance and sales conversion. From WooCommerce for WordPress integration to dedicated shopping cart systems, I implement solutions tailored to your specific business model and product offerings. Each e-commerce implementation includes optimization for search engines, mobile shoppers, and seamless payment processing.

Shopping Carts & E-commerce

WooCommerce – WordPress e-commerce solution
PinnacleCart – Dedicated shopping cart system
Google for Retail (Merchant Center) – Product feed management

SECURITY & MAINTENANCE

Website security and performance optimization are critical for business continuity and user experience. My multi-layered security approach combines enterprise-grade protection with ongoing monitoring to defend against malicious attacks while keeping your site running smoothly. Regular maintenance, performance optimization, and proactive updates ensure your website remains secure, fast, and fully functional.

Security Tools

Wordfence – WordPress security and firewall
Cleantalk – Anti-spam protection
ManageWP – Automated updates and backups

Performance Optimization

Perfmatters – Script optimization and performance tuning
EWWW Image Optimizer – Image compression
Browser caching – Implemented via hosting or plugins

This comprehensive technical stack enables Chastain Sites to deliver high-performance, secure, and optimized WordPress solutions while efficiently managing business operations through integrated marketing and project management tools.