When Hourly Server Administration Makes Sense
Not every server issue needs a monthly contract. Sometimes it's one task: install an SSL certificate, fix file permissions, restore from a backup, recompile Apache with a new module. Hourly server administration service covers exactly that, work billed by the hour, with no ongoing commitment once the task is done.
Our certified technicians are available 24/7, so the work happens whenever the issue actually comes up, not on a fixed schedule. If you find you need ongoing monitoring afterward, our Linux server monitoring plan picks up where this leaves off.
Typical Hourly Jobs We Handle
SSL Installation & CSR Creation
Certificates installed and validated correctly, or generated fresh for purchase.
Backup Scripts & Restoration
Backup automation set up, or a domain restored from an existing backup.
Apache & MySQL Optimization
A focused performance pass on whichever service is struggling.
Third-Party Software Installs
Any additional service your application needs, installed and configured.
Permissions & Ownership Fixes
File and directory permissions corrected without breaking what already works.
Control Panel Upgrades
License updates and version upgrades applied with the latest security patches.
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Signs Hourly Support Fits Your Situation
You only need help once in a while, not a recurring monthly plan.
You know exactly what needs fixing and just need someone qualified to do it.
You want to test our work quality before committing to a monthly plan.
A recurring small task, like license renewals, is eating time better spent elsewhere.
Hourly Server Administration: Frequently Asked Questions
No minimum is required. You're billed for the hours actually spent resolving your issue, starting at $49/hr for L1-L2 work.
Standard hourly support at $49/hr covers L1-L2 tasks like SSL, backups, and optimization. More complex L3-level issues are billed at a higher hourly rate reflecting the deeper expertise required.
No, this plan is for one-time hourly work. For continuous 24/7 monitoring, our Linux server monitoring or server management plans are a better fit.