Some businesses want — and need — to go down the rabbit hole of fully understanding the layers of recurring website and app costs, especially as they scale. Others simply want it done right, without the headaches. At Sterling Solutions LLC, we tailor the digital experience to your needs, your resources, and your preferences - whether that means breaking down every cost driver and how they relate, providing fully managed worry‑free solutions or everytying in-between.

Start with our flagship resource, The Sterling Guide for Your Digital Footprint (2025 edition), or dive into specific deep‑dive pages: Small Business Website Hosting Costs (2025), App Maintenance Costs (2025), Cybersecurity Costs for Small Businesses (2025), API, SaaS & Third‑Party Licensing Costs (2025), and Compliance & Website Legal Costs (2025).

What is Included in App Maintenance?

  • Routine software patches and dependency updates.
  • OS compatibility testing with new iOS and Android releases.
  • Bug fixes and performance improvements.
  • Feature enhancements to stay competitive.

Cost Ranges for 2025

App maintenance for small businesses typically runs between:

$550 – $11,000/year

This depends on app complexity, number of updates required, and whether you manage in-house or outsource management.

Why Choose Managed App Maintenance?

Sterling provides fully managed app maintenance services—reducing the burden of updates and ensuring apps never fall behind OS or security changes. Our team:

  • Manages updates seamlessly.
  • Ensures dependencies remain secure and compatible.
  • Provides predictable costs with oversight and reporting.

Ready to simplify your digital footprint?

At Sterling Solutions LLC, we help small businesses take control of website and app costs by offering fully managed services tailored to your scale, your team, and your goals. Whether you want to understand every detail or simply have it done for you, our expert team ensures your hosting, maintenance, security, compliance, and integrations run smoothly — without breaking your budget.

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Let’s talk about your next step. Contact Sterling Solutions LLC today to get a digital management plan designed around your business needs.