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Straight answers before you start.
Pricing, timelines, ownership, publishing, and what happens after launch.
What does Columbus App Builders do?
We design and build custom apps and digital systems — booking and intake tools, operational platforms, internal workflows, and customer-facing products — for businesses in Columbus, Georgia and beyond.
How much does an app cost?
We don't price screens, we price systems. Launch builds start at $499 and typically run $499–$1,499 for focused applications. Business builds start at $2,500 and typically run $2,500–$9,999 for workflows, data, integrations, payments and role-based functionality. Platform builds start at $10,000 and typically run $10,000–$50,000+ for advanced platforms, SaaS products and intelligent systems; complex autonomous and enterprise-grade systems are individually scoped. Your App Blueprint gives you a specific range for your idea.
How long does a build take?
Small builds are often finished in days. Business applications typically take a few weeks. Platforms depend on scope. Your blueprint includes an estimated development range based on what your idea actually needs.
How does the App Planner and estimate code work?
You describe your idea in your own words, answer a short set of questions, and we generate an App Blueprint with a recommended build tier, core systems, pricing range, and timeline. You also get an estimate code like CAB-8F42K — use it when you contact us or activate your client portal.
What is a CAB Pre-Built system?
A Pre-Built is a sophisticated system we have already engineered — architecture, database, workflows, admin, authentication and automation are done. We personalize the branding, configure your business settings, roles, workflows and connected services, then deploy it. Pre-Built systems run $1,500–$6,000+ depending on sophistication, and they are not templates. Substantial new functionality outside the product's configuration scope is quoted separately.
Do I own my app?
Yes. The application we build for you is yours. You keep ownership of your product, your data, and your accounts.
What is Managed App Care?
Managed App Care keeps your app healthy after launch: managed hosting, 24/7 automated uptime and security monitoring, backups, weekly security and performance maintenance, and developer support. Launch Care is $59/month, Business Care $149/month, Platform Care starts at $399/month, and Intelligence Care starts at $750/month for qualifying AI and agentic systems.
Is new development included in Managed App Care?
No. Care keeps your existing application running well. New features and expansions are scoped and quoted separately, so you always know what you're approving.
Can you publish to the Apple App Store and Google Play?
Yes. We handle store-ready builds, listing details, and submission when your project needs native distribution. Many businesses launch on the web first and add stores later — your blueprint recommends the right path.
What do you need from me to get started?
A clear description of what you want the app to do. From there we handle the architecture. Later we'll collect brand details, content, and any store or hosting access through your client portal checklist.
Where are you located?
1190 Front Ave, Columbus, GA 31901. We work with local businesses in person and with clients elsewhere remotely.
How do I check on my project?
Sign in to the Client Portal and activate your project with your CAB estimate code. You'll see your build stage, blueprint, required information, files, deployment status, updates, and messages in one place.
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