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How much does it cost to fix a vibe-coded app?
A vibe code rescue at Prodevel costs £8,000 to £50,000+ as a fixed quote, depending on codebase size and how much of it needs rework. The 20-minute triage call and the written scope that follows are free, and you never pay hourly.
Timeline runs alongside the cost. Critical security and stability fixes are typically addressed in the first 2 to 3 weeks. A complete rescue, covering security, architecture, tests, and CI/CD, typically takes 6 to 10 weeks depending on codebase size. A single urgent production failure, such as a site that is down or a leaked API key, is usually fixed within 1 to 5 business days of the triage call.
The work happens in four steps, in this order: audit the codebase to find what is actually broken rather than what is visibly broken; patch the security holes first, because exposed API keys and missing input validation are the failures that cost real money; add tests around the core user flows so changes stop breaking unrelated features; then refactor the architecture that caused the coupling. Skipping straight to the refactor is the usual mistake, because without tests you cannot tell whether the refactor worked.
| Step | Cost | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Triage call (20 min) | Free | We tell you what is actually wrong |
| Written scope and fixed quote | Free, after triage | Agreed before any paid work starts |
| Typical vibe code rescue | £8,000 – £50,000+ | 6–10 weeks, fixed price, never hourly |
| One-off CodeGuard health check | £499 | Single deep scan with a written report |
| Ongoing CodeGuard monitoring | From £750/month | Monthly scans after the fix |
Prices are our own published rates. Scope is written and the quote is fixed before any paid work starts. Last reviewed August 2026.
Common pain points
Does this sound like your app?
These are the most common problems we see in AI-generated codebases. If one resonates, we can help.
It worked in the demo, broke in production
AI tools generate code that looks right but collapses under real users, real data, or real edge cases.
You spotted a security hole
API keys in the frontend, no input validation, exposed user data. AI tools optimise for "working" not "secure".
Every new feature breaks two old ones
The codebase has no structure. Tightly coupled logic and missing tests mean every change is a gamble.
Error messages you can't decode
Stack traces in frameworks you didn't choose, pointing at generated code you didn't write. You're stuck.
The AI can't fix its own mistakes
You've pasted the error into ChatGPT three times. Each fix creates a new problem. The hole keeps getting deeper.
Scaling hit a wall
Your MVP works for 10 users. But the architecture can't handle 1,000, and you don't know how to tell investors that.
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The process
How we fix it
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We access your codebase via GitHub, GitLab, or a zip. Everything stays confidential, and we sign an NDA on request.
We fix the root causes
We read the code, identify what's actually broken, and fix it: bugs, security vulnerabilities, architecture problems, and performance issues. You get progress updates throughout.
You leave knowing exactly what changed and why
We walk you through every fix. Your future self, or your next developer, will understand the codebase, not just inherit it.
Need it rebuilt properly?
Sometimes a fix isn't enough. Our Custom Software Development service delivers a production-grade codebase built from the ground up.
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CodeGuard runs monthly automated scans to catch vulnerabilities and regressions before your users do. One-off health check £499, ongoing monitoring from £750/month.
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Our Fractional CTO service keeps your technical strategy on track so the same problems don't come back.
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Common questions
How much does it cost to fix a vibe-coded app?
A vibe code rescue at Prodevel costs £8,000 to £50,000+ as a fixed quote, depending on codebase size and how much of it needs rework. The 20-minute triage call and the written scope that follows are free, the quote is fixed before any paid work starts, and you never pay hourly. Ongoing monitoring afterwards starts at £750 per month, or £499 for a one-off health check.
How long does it take to fix a vibe-coded app?
Critical security and stability fixes are typically addressed in the first 2 to 3 weeks. A complete rescue, covering security, architecture, tests, and CI/CD, typically takes 6 to 10 weeks depending on codebase size. We give you a realistic timeline after the audit in week one.
How quickly can Prodevel fix my broken vibe-coded app?
For a single urgent production failure, such as a site that is down or a leaked API key, fixes are typically completed within 1 to 5 business days of the triage call. That is emergency work on one defect, not a full rescue, which runs 6 to 10 weeks.
How do you fix a vibe-coded app?
In four steps, in this order: audit the codebase to find what is actually broken rather than what is visibly broken; patch the security holes first, because exposed API keys and missing input validation are the failures that cost real money; add tests around the core user flows so changes stop breaking unrelated features; then refactor the architecture that caused the coupling in the first place. Skipping straight to the refactor is the usual mistake, because without tests you cannot tell whether the refactor worked.
Can a vibe-coded app be fixed, or does it need rebuilding?
Most can be fixed. A rescue is usually the cheaper option when the data model is sound and the problems are security, structure, and missing tests. A rebuild is the honest answer when the data model itself is wrong, because every fix on top of it becomes a workaround. We tell you which one you are looking at on the free triage call, including when the answer is a rebuild we are not asking you to buy today.
What is vibe coding and why does it break in production?
Vibe coding is the practice of building applications using AI tools like Cursor, Lovable, Bolt, and v0. These tools are fast but often produce code with hidden security vulnerabilities, poor error handling, hardcoded credentials, and scalability issues that only emerge under real load.
What vibe coding tools does Prodevel fix?
We fix apps built with Cursor, Lovable, Bolt, v0, Replit, GitHub Copilot, and any other AI-assisted coding tool. If it was built fast with AI and it is breaking, we can help.
What is CodeGuard?
CodeGuard is Prodevel's ongoing monitoring service for AI-built codebases. After an initial fix, we provide monthly automated health scans, security and dependency audits, and alerts when issues are detected, so your app stays healthy. A one-off health check is £499 and ongoing monitoring starts at £750 per month.
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