Is hosting the only ongoing cost with WordPress?

For most contractors, yes. WordPress and Livable Forms are free, and Livable Estimates is paid once. Hosting is the main recurring cost, usually a small flat fee.

Does Livable have any monthly plans?

No. Livable Forms is free and Livable Estimates is a one-time $499 purchase. There are no subscriptions. Support is free for the first year with an optional paid extension.

Will I save money even on a small site?

Usually yes. Even a basic SaaS plan compounds over five years. A WordPress site with free Livable Forms keeps recurring costs near the price of hosting alone.

5-Year Cost: SaaS vs WordPress for Contractors

Monthly website subscriptions add up fast. Compare the real five-year cost of SaaS builders against a WordPress site you own once and keep.