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Professional ExpressionEngine Development & CMS Support

Trusted ExpressionEngine partner serving businesses across the UK since 2003. CMS upgrades, custom development, and ongoing support.

We're ExpressionEngine developers, providing expert CMS development and support across London, the South East, and throughout the UK. With over 20 years of continuous ExpressionEngine experience since version 1, we've successfully launched 60+ EE-powered websites for startups, established brands, and international businesses.

From seamless CMS upgrades and custom add-on development to e-commerce integration and ongoing support, we deliver robust, scalable ExpressionEngine solutions that power your digital presence.

Tinderhouse - At a glance

ExpressionEngine development

Everything you need to know about working with us.

Experience
20+ years | EE certified partners | 100+ EE sites delivered
Investment
£5K-£50K depending on complexity
Timeline
4-16 weeks from brief to launch
Services
Custom development, migrations, maintenance, add-ons
Specialties
E-commerce, membership sites, multi-site, migrations
Location
Canterbury, Kent & London
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CMS Upgrades

  • Seamless updates from any version (1.x, 2.x, 3.x, 4.x, 5.x, 6.x) to ExpressionEngine 7.x
  • Ensuring compatibility with existing plugins, add-ons, and themes
  • Enhanced security and performance with every upgrade
  • Zero downtime deployment strategies
  • Complete database migration and integrity testing

Add-on Development

  • Custom fieldtypes for unique data structures
  • Modules for complex functionality and business logic
  • Extensions to modify or extend core EE behavior
  • Integration with third-party services and APIs (CRM, payment gateways, shipping)
  • Enhancement of existing add-ons for new EE versions
  • Complete documentation and ongoing support

Ecommerce

  • Robust and scalable e-commerce solutions
  • Integration with popular payment gateways and shipping providers
  • Customizable product catalog and checkout experiences

Website Redesign

  • Modern and responsive design for a superior user experience
  • User-friendly navigation and improved site architecture
  • SEO-friendly designs to enhance visibility

Ongoing Support and Maintenance

  • Regular ExpressionEngine updates and security patches
  • Add-on compatibility testing and updates
  • Performance monitoring and optimization
  • Proactive security monitoring
  • Troubleshooting and bug fixes
  • 24/7 emergency support available
  • Monthly retainer packages from £250/month
  • Long-term partnership approach (many clients 10+ years)

Optimisation

  • Performance tuning to ensure fast load times
  • SEO optimization to improve search engine rankings
  • Conversion rate optimization to maximize your site's effectiveness

ExpressionEngine success stories

We've delivered ExpressionEngine websites for diverse industries:

  • Publishing & media: Content-heavy sites with complex taxonomies and editorial workflows
  • Education: University and school websites with student portals and course management
  • Membership sites: Secure member-only content with subscription management
  • E-commerce: Online stores from boutique retailers to B2B ordering portals
  • Corporate: Enterprise websites with multi-site management and advanced caching
  • Government: WCAG-compliant sites with strict security requirements

Need more reasons to get us involved? Check out our blog post that outlines why we think ExpressionEngine the best choice for your website.

Frequently asked questions

ExpressionEngine (EE) is a professional content management system designed for developers and businesses who need flexibility, power, and security. Unlike WordPress, ExpressionEngine provides a clean separation between content and presentation, exceptional security, no forced updates, and complete control over your website architecture. It's particularly popular with publishers, membership sites, and organisations requiring robust content workflows. We've been ExpressionEngine partners since version 1 and have successfully delivered 60+ EE-powered websites across the UK and internationally.

ExpressionEngine development costs in the UK typically range from £5,000 to £50,000+ depending on complexity. Simple CMS upgrades start around £1,000-£5,000, custom add-on development costs £1,500-£15,000, full website builds range from £10,000-£50,000, and e-commerce implementations typically cost £15,000-£40,000. Ongoing support and maintenance packages start from £250/month. We provide transparent fixed-price quotes after understanding your requirements, existing setup, and business objectives.

Yes, we specialise in ExpressionEngine CMS upgrades from any version to the latest release. We handle the entire upgrade process including database migration, template compatibility, add-on updates, security enhancements, and thorough testing. Our team has successfully upgraded sites from ExpressionEngine 1.x through to the current version 7.x, ensuring zero downtime and complete data integrity. We provide detailed upgrade documentation and train your team on any new features. Most upgrade projects take 1-3 weeks depending on site complexity and add-on dependencies.

Yes, we develop custom ExpressionEngine add-ons tailored to your specific business requirements. This includes custom fieldtypes, modules for complex functionality, extensions to modify core EE behavior, plugins for template-level processing, and third-party API integrations. Our add-ons follow ExpressionEngine best practices, are fully documented, and include ongoing support. We can also update existing add-ons for compatibility with newer EE versions or enhance them with additional features. Development typically takes 2-6 weeks depending on complexity.

ExpressionEngine website development timelines vary by complexity. Simple brochure sites take 4-8 weeks, standard content-driven websites take 8-16 weeks, complex sites with custom add-ons and integrations take 3-6 months, and large-scale enterprise implementations can take 6-12 months. Our agile approach means you see working prototypes within weeks, not months. We handle everything: planning, design, template development, add-on integration, content migration, testing, training, and launch support. The timeline includes multiple review cycles and thorough quality assurance.

Yes, we regularly migrate websites from WordPress, Drupal, Joomla, and other CMSs to ExpressionEngine. Our migration process includes complete content export, data structure planning, URL mapping for SEO preservation, template recreation matching your existing design, functionality replication or enhancement, thorough testing, and post-migration support. We handle all technical complexity including custom post types, taxonomies, user data, and media assets. Most clients choose ExpressionEngine for its superior security, flexibility, and lack of forced updates compared to WordPress. Migrations typically take 6-12 weeks.

Yes, we provide comprehensive ExpressionEngine support and maintenance packages including regular CMS and add-on updates, security monitoring and patches, performance optimization, backup management, troubleshooting and bug fixes, emergency support, server management, and ongoing enhancements. Our support packages start from £250/month and include guaranteed response times. Many clients have been with us for 10+ years, treating us as their dedicated ExpressionEngine team. We offer both retainer-based support and ad-hoc hourly rates depending on your needs.

Yes, ExpressionEngine is actively developed and maintained by Packet Tide. The latest version (ExpressionEngine 7) was released in 2023 with modern features including improved performance, better developer tools, enhanced security, and PHP 8 compatibility. The CMS receives regular updates, security patches, and new features. Unlike some platforms, ExpressionEngine's development focuses on stability, backward compatibility, and professional features rather than chasing trends. The community remains strong with thousands of active sites, regular updates, and extensive third-party add-ons. We've used ExpressionEngine continuously since 2003 and remain confident in its long-term viability.

ExpressionEngine offers several advantages over WordPress: (1) Superior security with far fewer vulnerabilities and no forced updates that break sites, (2) Complete architectural flexibility with custom content structures not limited by posts and pages, (3) Clean code separation making template development more maintainable, (4) Professional-grade features built for publishers and complex content workflows, (5) No plugin bloat or compatibility nightmares, (6) Better performance out of the box, (7) More control over caching and optimization. WordPress suits simple blogs; ExpressionEngine excels for businesses needing reliability, security, and flexibility. Read our detailed ExpressionEngine vs WordPress comparison.

Yes, ExpressionEngine is excellent for e-commerce with robust solutions available through add-ons like CartThrob, Expresso Store, and custom integrations. We build EE e-commerce sites with full product catalogs, multiple payment gateway integration (Stripe, PayPal, Sage Pay), shipping provider integration, inventory management, customer accounts, order processing, and checkout optimization. ExpressionEngine's flexibility means we can create exactly the shopping experience you need rather than being constrained by a plugin. It's particularly strong for businesses requiring custom product types, complex pricing rules, or integration with existing systems. We handle everything from simple online stores to complex B2B ordering portals.

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