Mirage Net began as an idea in 1995 of its co-owners Madeline and R. Michael ("the WebMonster") Baird and officially opened for business in 1997. Initially, the company's services included only web site and custom graphics design and development, and in 2003 web hosting services were added as well. Then, when the Internet began to lean toward database-driven content, Mirage Net kept pace with a growing proficiency in the PHP programming language and its MySQL database interaction — both still relatively new at the time — to successfully produce real-time, data-driven web sites for our clients, adding custom web application development to the list of services offered.
As website "builders" and content managers like WordPress became popular, more people were able to get a site started on their own — and we think that's a great thing. We're happy to work right alongside those tools: we'll set up and customize a WordPress site you can manage yourself, lend a hand when a project grows beyond a do-it-yourself approach, or build something completely custom when that's the better fit. The point has always been simple — meet each client where they are and give them a professional result without the headaches.
Mirage Net's experience in developing successful professional sites and custom database applications gives Internet users and business owners a professional web presence on their own terms — whether that means a platform you manage yourself, a site we maintain for you, or a fully bespoke build. Either way, you get our help without the expense, delays, and guesswork of going it alone.
Mirage Net provides the domain services needed for maintaining a strong presence on the Internet. Services include reliable shared-server hosting with 24/7 support staff standing by, domain registration of your new domain, and domain transfer of your existing domain. With nearly three decades of experience, your needs are covered.
You only get to make one first impression. Mirage Net provides the design services needed for presenting your business professionally both on and off the Internet — from custom image and logo design to business cards and website layout. Whether you'd like a fully custom build or a WordPress site you can update yourself, we'll match the approach to your goals.
From personal or business websites to custom web applications, PHP scripts, databases, and AI integrations, Mirage Net's development team has your needs covered. If you can dream it, we can program it to happen. If you have an existing site or script that needs updating or repair — or you're in need of NEW development — contact us today.
In May 2026, Michael Clark joined Mirage Net, bringing fresh expertise in AI integration and software development. His background expands what we can build for clients — from intelligent chatbots and AI-assisted workflows to custom business software — while keeping the same personal, responsive service Mirage Net has been known for since 1997. It's the next chapter of a simple idea: pair decades of experience with the newest tools so our clients always get a better result.
"Let OUR experience provide you with a BETTER experience!"
R. Michael & Madeline BairdCo-Owners, Mirage Net Web