A WordPress site is never "set it and forget it." Updates roll out weekly, vulnerabilities are discovered daily, and a single missed backup can cost you months of work. Generic hosts may promise "automatic updates," but when something breaks, you're on your own with downtime, broken features, or worse—a compromised site.

FatLab takes a different approach to WordPress maintenance: hands-on, proactive website maintenance with developer oversight so your site stays secure, fast, and reliable. Here's why businesses, nonprofits, and agencies trust us with their most critical digital assets.

1. Comprehensive Updates & Monitoring That Actually Works

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WordPress core, plugins, and themes require constant updates—but automated updates can break sites, leaving you with downtime or missing features that cost revenue and frustrate visitors.

FatLab's SAFE Updates Process includes:

  • Staging Environment Testing: All updates are tested in a staging environment that mirrors your live site before any changes go live
  • Compatibility Checking: Each plugin and theme update is tested for interactions with other site elements, custom code, and existing functionality
  • Full Site Backups: Complete backups are created before every update, allowing immediate rollback if needed
  • Version Control: Detailed change logs track exactly what was updated and when, using Git version control for precise rollback capabilities
  • Functional Testing: All site features are tested to ensure they work correctly after updates
  • Live Site Verification: Post-update testing on your live site confirms everything functions as expected

This methodical SAFE process means you get the benefit of staying current with the latest WordPress features and security patches without the risk of site-breaking updates. No more waking up to a broken website because an "automatic" update went wrong.

As Kristin Cantwell, VP of Development & Communications at Safe+Sound Somerset, explains:

"Our website is a crucial community resource that must be available 24/7/365. Since switching from our previous host a few years ago, we've experienced no slowdowns, security issues, or downtime."

Learn more about our detailed update process in our blog post: How FatLab Handles WordPress Plugin and Theme Updates to Keep Your Site Secure.

2. Multi-Layered Backup System for Complete Peace of Mind

Most hosting providers keep one daily backup—if that. When disaster strikes, a single backup point becomes your only lifeline. What happens if that backup is corrupt or incomplete?

FatLab maintains multiple layers of backups:

  • On-server backups for quick restores
  • Off-server backups for disaster recovery
  • Third-party backup storage for redundancy
  • Daily and weekly restore points spanning multiple months

This redundant system means we can recover your WordPress site from virtually any situation—whether it's a plugin conflict, malware attack, accidental deletion, or server failure. If something breaks, we can roll you back in minutes, not hours or days.

3. Real-Time Malware Scanning & Expert Cleanup

WordPress powers over 40% of the internet, making it the #1 target for hackers worldwide. Most providers charge hundreds of dollars for malware removal—or don't offer cleanup services at all, leaving you stranded with an infected site.

FatLab's comprehensive security includes:

  • Imunify360 real-time malware scanning that catches threats instantly
  • Automatic malware cleanup included in every maintenance plan
  • Cloudflare Enterprise firewall to block attacks before they reach your site
  • Manual verification by our developers to ensure problems don't reappear

Every cleanup is thorough and verified. We don't just remove malware files—we identify how the breach occurred and close security gaps to prevent reinfection.

4. Proactive Problem-Solving by Experienced Developers

Website maintenance is more than just updates and backups. Issues like plugin conflicts, performance slowdowns, and security vulnerabilities can develop gradually before causing major problems.

FatLab actively monitors and addresses:

  • Performance degradation before it affects user experience
  • Plugin and theme conflicts that could break functionality
  • Security gaps that hackers could exploit
  • WordPress database optimization needs

Small issues are identified and fixed before they snowball into downtime, lost revenue, or compromised data. Our developer-led team means you're not left Googling fixes or bouncing between different vendors when problems arise.

5. Peace of Mind for Every Type of Organization

WordPress maintenance needs vary dramatically depending on your organization's type, but the core requirement remains the same: reliability when it matters most.

For Businesses: Stay focused on operations, sales, and growth while we handle the technical complexities. No more emergency calls to fix broken websites during critical launches or campaigns.

For Nonprofits: Avoid relying on volunteers or staff with limited technical expertise. Your mission-critical website stays operational 24/7 without draining internal resources.

For Agencies: Outsource maintenance to us so you can focus on creative work and client relationships. We keep your clients' sites running smoothly behind the scenes—often with white-label options available.

6. Developer-Level Expertise, Not Just Basic Maintenance

Many "WordPress maintenance" services are actually just automated scripts with basic support. When real problems arise—complex plugin conflicts, custom code issues, or integration failures—you're left with ticket takers who can only offer generic solutions.

FatLab provides genuine developer support:

  • Code-level debugging for plugin and theme conflicts
  • Troubleshooting custom WordPress development
  • Complex integrations with CRMs, APIs, and third-party platforms
  • Performance optimization beyond basic caching
  • White-glove problem-solving that gets to root causes

7. Strategic Partnership Beyond Basic Web Maintenance

The best WordPress maintenance isn't just reactive—it's strategic. FatLab doesn't just keep your site running; we help optimize performance, plan for growth, and recommend improvements that support your business goals.

Our strategic approach includes:

  • Performance audits and optimization recommendations
  • Security hardening strategies tailored to your industry
  • Scalability planning for traffic growth or expansion
  • Technology stack recommendations as WordPress evolves
  • Proactive suggestions for user experience improvements

The Clear Choice for WordPress Maintenance Services

WordPress maintenance isn't just an automated checklist—it's complete, developer-backed protection for your website's most critical functions. With FatLab, you get comprehensive updates, multi-layered backups, real-time security monitoring, and expert problem-solving that prevents issues before they become crises.

The result? Predictable stability, proactive protection, and expert oversight that lets you focus on what matters most—running your business, serving your mission, or delivering exceptional work for your clients.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in FatLab's WordPress maintenance services?

Our comprehensive maintenance includes WordPress core updates, plugin and theme updates using our SAFE process, security monitoring and malware removal, multiple backup layers, uptime monitoring, performance optimization, and developer-level troubleshooting. Unlike basic "set-it-and-forget-it" services, we provide hands-on oversight with manual testing and rollback capabilities.

How quickly does FatLab respond to WordPress maintenance issues?

We provide same-day responses for urgent issues, with most maintenance problems addressed within hours. Our 24/7 monitoring systems catch many issues automatically, and our developer team is available for immediate troubleshooting when needed—no waiting in support queues or dealing with ticket takers who can't solve complex problems.

How do you test updates before applying them to my site?

We use our SAFE updates process, which includes testing all updates in staging environments that mirror your live site. We check for compatibility issues, plugin conflicts, and functional problems before any update goes live. If an update causes issues during testing, we either fix the conflict or skip that update until it's resolved.

Can FatLab handle maintenance for complex WordPress sites?

Absolutely. Our developer-level expertise extends to custom WordPress sites, WooCommerce installations, membership sites, multi-site networks, and complex integrations with CRMs or third-party platforms. We handle maintenance challenges that basic providers can't or won't touch.

What happens if a WordPress update breaks my site?

Our multi-layered approach prevents most update issues through staging environment testing and careful deployment. If something does go wrong, we can immediately roll back to the previous working version while we diagnose and fix the underlying problem—typically within hours, not days.

How long do you keep WordPress backups?

We maintain 30 days of daily backups, plus weekly and monthly archives for longer-term recovery needs. Backups are stored in multiple off-site locations for redundancy. Full site restoration is available anytime, and we can also restore individual files or databases as needed.

Does FatLab provide WordPress maintenance for nonprofits and agencies?

Yes, we offer specialized maintenance services for nonprofits at budget-friendly pricing, and we understand the unique challenges agencies face when managing multiple client sites. Many of our longest-term relationships are with nonprofits and agencies that rely on our consistent, professional maintenance services.