MVP Project Rescue: We'll Fix or Finish Your Failed Project
Your developer disappeared. Your project is stuck. Your money is gone. We specialize in rescuing abandoned MVPs and getting you back on track.
You're Not Alone: 66% of Software Projects Fail
If your project failed, you're in the majority. Failed projects, ghosted developers, and blown budgets are shockingly common. It's not your fault, the freelance development world is riddled with problems.
We've rescued dozens of projects from the brink. We know exactly what went wrong and how to fix it. Here's what we typically see:
Why Developers Ghost
- •Took on more projects than they could handle
- •Hit technical problems they couldn't solve
- •Got a full-time job offer
- •Personal or health issues
- •Project scope grew beyond original agreement
- •Lost interest in freelance work
Why Projects Go Over Budget
- •Scope wasn't clearly defined upfront
- •Hourly billing with no cap
- •Discovered complexity after starting
- •Multiple revision cycles
- •Developer inexperience led to rework
- •Feature creep without adjustment
Why Timelines Slip
- •Unrealistic initial estimates
- •Waiting for client feedback/decisions
- •Technical debt and bugs pile up
- •Developer working on multiple projects
- •Integration problems discovered late
- •Lack of clear milestones
Signs Your Project Needs Rescue
Recognize any of these? If you're nodding, it's time to get help.
Developer Stopped Responding
Days or weeks without updates. Excuses piling up. Messages left on read.
Endless Delays
"Just one more week" becomes the permanent status. No clear end in sight.
Quality is Terrible
What they delivered doesn't work, looks broken, or is full of bugs.
Budget is Blown
You've paid 2x-3x the original quote and it's still not done.
Lost Trust
You don't believe their estimates anymore. Every update feels like a lie.
No Documentation
You have no idea how anything works. Only the developer understands the code.
What We Can Do
Four ways we can help, depending on your situation and goals.
Code Audit
We review your existing codebase and give you an honest, detailed assessment.
Includes:
- Complete code review
- Security vulnerability scan
- Technical debt assessment
- Architecture evaluation
- Rescue vs rebuild recommendation
- Fixed quote for next steps
Project Takeover
We take over where your developer left off and finish the project.
Includes:
- Code audit (included)
- Complete remaining features
- Fix existing bugs
- Clean up technical debt
- Deploy to production
- 30 days post-launch support
Complete Rebuild
Start fresh with clean code. Sometimes faster than fixing a mess.
Includes:
- New modern tech stack
- Clean, documented code
- All original features rebuilt
- Better architecture
- Deploy to production
- 30 days post-launch support
Ongoing Support
Continued support after rescue for maintenance, updates, and new features.
Includes:
- Bug fixes and maintenance
- Security updates
- Performance monitoring
- Minor feature additions
- Priority response
- Monthly status reports
Our Rescue Process
Free Assessment Call
15-minute call to understand your situation, what went wrong, what you have, and what you need.
Code Audit & Diagnosis
We review your existing code, document its state, and provide an honest assessment of options.
Fixed Quote
Based on the audit, we provide a fixed-price quote for rescue, rebuild, or completion. No hourly billing.
Rescue & Delivery
We execute the rescue with daily updates, then deliver a working product with 30 days support.
Rescue Pricing at a Glance
| Service | Price | Timeline | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Code Audit | From $500 | 2-3 days | Understanding what you have |
| Project Takeover | From $2,997 | 2-4 weeks | Finishing salvageable code |
| Complete Rebuild | From $2,997 | 2 weeks | Starting fresh when fixing costs more |
| Ongoing Support | From $500/mo | Monthly | Post-rescue maintenance |
All prices are starting points. Exact quote depends on project scope and complexity, determined during the free assessment.
Why We Won't Ghost You
Fixed Pricing, Always
No hourly billing that spirals out of control. You know exactly what you'll pay before we start. If scope changes, we discuss it openly. No surprises.
Daily Updates
Every single day, you get a progress update. No silence, no wondering what's happening. If there's a problem, you know immediately.
Revenue Guarantee
For new builds and rescued projects alike: if you don't get your first paying customer within 90 days of launch, we refund you or keep working.
Honest Assessment First
We start with a code audit before committing to rescue. If we can't help, we'll tell you. We'd rather be honest than take on a project we can't deliver.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything founders ask us about rescuing their failed projects.
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Let's Rescue Your Project
Book a free 15-minute assessment call. We'll discuss what went wrong, what you have, and the best path forward. No commitment, no pressure.