Decades of engineering, working directly for you — from the systems and automation that run a small business to the everyday technology that runs a home.
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From strategy and architecture guidance to design and execution of AI, process automation, your online presence, custom software, and IT setup — enterprise-grade technology leadership, right-sized for small business.
Explore business servicesSmart home automation, networks, devices, parental controls and the everyday technology in your life — set up right, explained plainly, and built to keep working.
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Two ways we build websitesWhat clients were up against, what I built, and what changed.

A complete website re-platform from a single Wordpress instance to a modern 3 tier distributed architecture with integrated AI features

A modern facelift, complete new architecture and new eCommerce capabilities with Stripe integration
Field notes on software, AI, and the technology in your business and life.
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Article · Sep 11, 2026Every month, most WordPress sites rack up a hidden bill — the "WordPress tax" — just to stay secure and online. Here's what that recurring cost actually pays for, why the platform creates it, and how a modern build makes most of it disappear.
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ReadFrom Fortune 500 enterprise systems to 50+ apps for small businesses, I've spent my career in the technology that runs a business and a home. Rade Engineering is where I bring that experience back down to earth — for the small businesses and families who just need it to work.
“I can’t recommend Shaun highly enough. He did a fantastic job on our website, but what impressed me most was his approach to working with us. As a business owner himself, he understands what it’s like to be in our shoes. He worked alongside me to build a website that looks great, runs properly, and feels safe and trustworthy. I genuinely felt like he was looking out for my business, especially in terms of cost and functionality. Shaun is incredibly responsive—more so than almost any vendor or contractor I’ve worked with—and the quality of his work is top-notch. He gave me a clear blueprint from start to finish, including what he needed from me, which made the whole process much easier to manage alongside an already hectic schedule. Thank you, Shaun. I’m grateful for your work and would recommend your services without hesitation.”
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