Available for fixes, builds & ongoing support & hosting

I build fast, reliable
websites & systems that just work.

I’m Michael — a website developer with 10+ years experience across PHP, WordPress, custom plugins, CRMs, automations, and “please save my website” emergencies. If it touches the web — I can build it, fix it, or improve it.
UK-wide projects (remote) — and I’m also local to Rotherham / South Yorkshire. South Yorkshire web developer hub ↗

Why me
UK-based 10+ years Direct dev Fast response
PHP
WordPress
Plugins
CRMs
APIs
GA4
Facebook Pixel
Automation
Currently:
WordPress Plugins CRMs & Dashboards Automation & Cron Bug Fixes WooCommerce GA4 / GTM Meta Pixel Speed & Core Web Vitals Custom PHP Builds Integrations & APIs WordPress Plugins CRMs & Dashboards Automation & Cron Bug Fixes WooCommerce GA4 / GTM Meta Pixel Speed & Core Web Vitals Custom PHP Builds Integrations & APIs
Services

Everything from quick fixes to full systems

Dark-blue builds. Clean code. Real results.
Build

Websites & Web Apps

Modern, responsive builds with performance, SEO and UX baked in — from landing pages to full platforms.

WordPress

Custom Plugins & WooCommerce

Automations, multi-step checkouts, admin tools, integrations, custom post types, and clean extendable architecture.

Systems

CRMs, Dashboards & Automation

Purpose-built CRMs, pipelines, reporting, inbound email processing, cron jobs and API workflows that reduce manual work.

Fix

Bug Fixes & Rescue Jobs

Broken plugins, errors, hacked sites, checkout issues, email deliverability, performance bottlenecks — handled properly.

Track

Analytics & Pixels

GA4, GTM, Meta/Facebook Pixel, conversion tracking, events, funnels and attribution sanity checks.

Improve

Speed, SEO & Code Quality

Core Web Vitals improvements, caching strategy, DB cleanup, refactors, and deployment workflows.

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Featured work

Real projects — real outcomes

Built to scale • Built to maintain
WooCommerce + Custom Plugin

Rapid Skips — online ordering + automation

Custom multi-step ordering flow with business rules (e.g. permits requiring 72 hours), and automated email notifications for operational events like skip drop-offs.

WordPress WooCommerce Automation emails Admin tooling
Visit rapidskips.co.uk ↗

Rapid Skips positions itself as a family-run skip hire business serving South Yorkshire with online booking.

Internal system

Jet Design & Marketing — Job & Order Management CRM

Designed and built a custom internal CRM to manage client jobs, orders, suppliers, and team workflows — replacing spreadsheets and email-heavy processes.

Custom CRM PHP Auth Jobs & Orders Internal tooling

The system provides clear visibility of job status, cost tracking per order and supplier, internal notes, and a scalable foundation for future features.

How I work

Simple process, clean delivery

No fluff • Just shipping

Audit → Plan → Build → Launch

I keep scope clear and ship improvements safely — with code that stays maintainable.

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Built for speed + reliability

Performance, SEO structure, and clean architecture — so changes don’t break things later.

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Local, reliable web development

I’m based in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, working with small businesses, startups and teams across Sheffield, Doncaster, Barnsley and the UK.

Whether you need a full website build, a WordPress fix, or help untangling a broken system — you’re working directly with a developer, not an agency.

Looking for a local web developer in South Yorkshire? Start here ↗

Proof

Client reviews

Real feedback • Real outcomes
★★★★★
Rapid Skips recommends Michael Wood Web & Automation
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“Every challenge we throw his way is met and he consistently goes above and beyond to deliver what we ask for.”

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Working with Michael on our website has been an outstanding experience from the start to finish. Every challenge we throw his way is met and he consistently goes above and beyond to deliver what we ask for.

He hasn’t just built our website, he has helped to shape our online presence. His professionalism, reliability, and ability to translate ideas into a modern day website has made all the difference.

Our website easily allows customers to hire our skips and we have received amazing feedback about how easy the booking system is to use — which Michael built from scratch to suit the needs of our company.

If you’re looking for someone who delivers high-quality work, listens carefully, and cares about getting things right, Michael is the person you want on your project. Highly recommended.

★★★★★
Asha Mistry recommends Michael Wood Web & Automation
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“Fantastic work from Michael building our wedding website! He was super quick and always on hand to update areas of the site when needed.”

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Fantastic work from Michael building our wedding website! He was super quick and always on hand to update areas of the site when needed.

Michael created my wedding website completely bespoke and made sure everything I needed and wanted was on the site.

I would highly recommend to all!

★★★★★
Leanne Grant recommends Michael Wood Web & Automation
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“Great experience working with Michael on an online portfolio. He built the website from scratch and delivered a clean, modern design that showcases work perfectly.”

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Great experience working with Michael on an online portfolio. He built the website from scratch and delivered a clean, modern design that showcases work perfectly.

Communication was smooth throughout the project, and Michael is both professional and reliable to work with.

I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to anyone looking for a high-quality custom built website.

Contact

Tell me what you need — I’ll handle the code

10+ years experience • UK-based • Fast response
Fast response • Clear communication
Contact

Send a quick message — add details if you want a faster quote

Tell me what’s happening and what “done” looks like. If you have more info (budget, urgency, etc.) you can add it below.

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No spam. No obligation. I usually reply within 1 business day.

What can I help with?

Website builds, plugin development, CRM systems, fixes, performance work, analytics and conversion tracking. If you’re not sure what you need — describe the problem and I’ll propose the best approach.

Bug fixes
New features
Integrations
Automation
Tracking
Speed
Tip: include the URL and what you expected to happen vs what happened.

What happens next?

✅ I read your brief + check the link (if provided)
✅ I reply with questions (if needed) + a quote range
✅ If urgent, we can jump on a quick call