Website Audit Template for Professional Services Firms
Score your website in one afternoon.
This is a simple website audit template built around the Three-Page Pressure Test. It gives you 28 questions across your Home page, About page, Services pages, online foundation, and technical basics. Mark each one pass or not yet, then use the scoring guide to see what to fix first.
You do not need software or a consultant. You need your website, a phone, and about an hour.
How to Use This Template
- Open your website in a private browser window, on your phone first.
- Read each question as a stranger who has never heard of your firm.
- Mark every item as pass or not yet. Add a note if you are unsure.
- Add up your passes and check the scoring guide below.
- Circle the three items that would matter most to a new client, and fix those first.
Your Website Audit Scorecard
| Area | Question | Pass | Not Yet | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home (1 of 6) | The first sentence names a problem your best clients actually have. | □ | □ | |
| Home (2 of 6) | It is clear who the site is for, and who it is not for. | □ | □ | |
| Home (3 of 6) | A visitor can tell within five seconds what you do and what to do next. | □ | □ | |
| Home (4 of 6) | There is one clear next step above the fold, such as booking a conversation. | □ | □ | |
| Home (5 of 6) | Proof appears near the top: a client name, a short result, or a recognizable logo. | □ | □ | |
| Home (6 of 6) | The firm name and mission come after the recognition, not before it. | □ | □ | |
| About (1 of 5) | It opens with why the firm exists, in plain words, not a list of degrees. | □ | □ | |
| About (2 of 5) | The people are real: names, faces, and a sentence about how each person helps clients. | □ | □ | |
| About (3 of 5) | Credentials sit lower on the page as proof, not as the pitch. | □ | □ | |
| About (4 of 5) | It connects who you are to the problem your clients bring. | □ | □ | |
| About (5 of 5) | It ends with a next step, not a dead end. | □ | □ | |
| Services (1 of 6) | Services are shown as a path: where you probably are, what happens next, and what it looks like when it is done. | □ | □ | |
| Services (2 of 6) | Each service says who it is for and which problem it solves. | □ | □ | |
| Services (3 of 6) | The order makes sense, from first step to ongoing support. | □ | □ | |
| Services (4 of 6) | Cost is handled honestly: shown, ranged, or explained. | □ | □ | |
| Services (5 of 6) | Every page ends with one clear invitation. | □ | □ | |
| Services (6 of 6) | Proof, such as a case study, sits next to the service it supports. | □ | □ | |
| Foundation (1 of 4) | Your Google Business Profile is current, with hours, services, and service areas. | □ | □ | |
| Foundation (2 of 4) | The first screen of your website answers what you offer and who it is for. | □ | □ | |
| Foundation (3 of 4) | Two or three review sources are fed on a schedule instead of hoped for. | □ | □ | |
| Foundation (4 of 4) | Every finished engagement ends with a simple ask for a review or testimonial. | □ | □ | |
| Technical (1 of 7) | Your site loads quickly and reads clearly on a phone. | □ | □ | |
| Technical (2 of 7) | You submitted your own contact form, it arrived, and someone replied quickly. | □ | □ | |
| Technical (3 of 7) | Your booking link works and the booking lands on your calendar. | □ | □ | |
| Technical (4 of 7) | Every button on your home page goes somewhere sensible. | □ | □ | |
| Technical (5 of 7) | Searching your firm’s name shows a clear title and description. | □ | □ | |
| Technical (6 of 7) | Images have descriptions (alt text) and text is easy to read against its background. | □ | □ | |
| Technical (7 of 7) | Your privacy policy and cookie notice are in place. | □ | □ |
Scoring Guide
- 23 to 28 passes. You are in good shape. Refine your home page sentence and keep reviews and your profile current.
- 14 to 22 passes. You are close. Fix the top three items and re-check in a month.
- 13 or fewer. Start with the home page sentence and the path on your Services page. Those two changes carry the most weight.
A low score is not a judgment on your firm. It is a systems signal, and it tells you where a steadier owner would help.
What to Fix First
- The first sentence of your home page.
- The path on your Services page.
- One clear next step on every page.
For the full explanation behind each question, read the website audit checklist guide. The Professional Services Toolkit has a companion tech stack checklist.
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Frequently Asked Questions About a Website Audit Template
What is a website audit template?
A website audit template is a ready-made scorecard for checking your website. It lists the questions to ask about your key pages and online presence so you can mark what passes and what needs work.
How do I use a website audit template?
Open your site as a stranger would, mark each question pass or not yet, add up your passes, and fix the top three items first. The steps above walk you through it.
How long does a website audit take?
Most firms can complete this scorecard in about an hour. Fixing the items takes longer, so start with the three that matter most.
Can I customize this template for my firm?
Yes. Add questions that are specific to your services, and remove any that do not apply. The three-page test at the core works for most professional services firms.
What is the difference between a website audit template and a checklist?
They are close. A template gives you space to record results and score them. A checklist lists the items. This page includes both.
