Every build is different, so every price is scoped — but you shouldn’t have to guess whether we’re in your range before you talk to us. Here’s exactly how we work, the three ways to engage us, and what projects typically start at. No sales runaround: the goal of this page is to help you decide if a conversation is worth your time.
Step 1
Scoping Sprint
from $1,500
Fixed fee, 1 to 2 weeks
- Problem definition
- Technical approach
- Scope and milestones
- Fixed estimate, yours to keep
Best for: owners who know the problem but not the solution.
Step 2
Custom Build
from $15,000
Project-based, priced to scope
- Small tool or internal app, from $15,000
- Full application, from $40,000
- Mission-critical, scoped in the sprint
- Fixed price once the sprint is done
Best for: teams with a defined problem, ready to build.
Step 3
Monthly Retainer / Fractional CTO
from $2,000/mo
Ongoing, cancel anytime
- Architecture and roadmap
- Hiring and technical review
- Ongoing build capacity
- No full-time CTO salary
Best for: teams that need senior engineering on tap.
Start with a Scoping Sprint — from $1,500
A fixed-fee discovery engagement. We map the problem, define what needs to be built, and give you a clear plan, timeline and estimate — yours to keep, whether or not you build with us. It’s the lowest-risk way to find out what your project really takes.
- Includes: problem definition, technical approach, scope + milestones, and a fixed estimate.
- Best for: owners who know the problem but not the solution.
Custom Build — typical projects start at $15,000
Project-based development, priced to scope. Most builds fall into these bands:
- Small tool / internal app — from $15,000
- Full application (web or mobile) — from $40,000
- Mission-critical / integrated system — custom, scoped in the sprint
These are starting points, not ceilings. They qualify the work up front so the call is about fit, not sticker shock.
Monthly Retainer / Fractional CTO — from $2,000/mo
For teams that need senior engineering leadership on tap — architecture, roadmap, hiring, and ongoing build capacity — without a full-time CTO salary. This is the “Protect” step of the BluPrint Method: we don’t disappear when the build ships.
What drives the cost
A few things move the number more than anything else:
- Scope — how much has to be built vs. configured.
- Integrations — the more systems it has to talk to, the more careful the work.
- Compliance / reliability — mission-critical and regulated work (public safety, health) is engineered and tested to a higher bar.
- Timeline — genuinely urgent work costs more to staff.
Built to work when it matters
We build software that has to work when it matters. Our founder is an active firefighter and former NYC 911 paramedic — reliability isn’t a slogan here, it’s the standard we’re held to. See our work.
Pricing FAQ
Do you offer fixed-price projects?
Yes. After a Scoping Sprint we can quote most builds as a fixed price, so there are no surprises.
How long does a typical build take?
Small tools: a few weeks. Full applications: typically 2–4 months. The sprint gives you a firm timeline before you commit.
Why start with a Scoping Sprint instead of a quote?
A real estimate needs a real understanding of the problem. The sprint gets you an accurate plan and price — and it’s yours to keep either way.
Do you work with startups and solo founders?
Yes. The retainer and sprint models are built for small teams that need senior help without a full-time hire.
Where are you based?
Cincinnati, Ohio — serving the metro (Hamilton, Warren, Butler, Clermont) and clients nationwide.
Thirty minutes, no obligation — we’ll tell you honestly if we’re a fit. Book a free scoping call.