Every change takes longer than expected.
A simple update turns into days of debugging because no one knows what the code will break next.
Check my codebase →
Web application maintenance · Legacy support · Refactoring
We monitor, support and maintain your web applications.
New technologies or team changes can quickly result in orphan projects. Existing software becomes shaky, obsolete and hard to maintain. At Refactory, we don’t abandon existing software. We specialize in it.
Monitor
detect issues before users do
Support
track requests and priorities clearly
Maintain
keep existing code alive and useful
The symptoms
Three signs your application needs maintenance before it becomes a problem.
Technical debt does not always look dramatic. Sometimes it looks like slow releases, recurring bugs and a team that avoids touching the code.
Bugs keep coming back.
The same issues reappear because the real cause is hidden inside old logic, missing tests or undocumented workflows.
Stop recurring bugs →Your team avoids parts of the system.
When developers are afraid to change the code, the application becomes slower to evolve and more expensive to maintain.
Make it maintainable →Recognize the symptoms?
Send us the context. We will help you understand what is urgent, what can wait and what should be monitored first.
What we actually do
We take care of the software you already have.
Refactory is not here to replace your project. We step in when an existing application needs continuity, structure and reliable technical support.
M
Monitor
We activate monitoring systems to detect downtime, errors and critical issues before they become visible.
Request monitoring →S
Support
We create shared spaces to send, review and track issues so every request stays visible and actionable.
Request support →U
Update
We check frameworks, languages and dependencies to keep the application stable and compatible.
Plan an update →O
Optimize
We identify bottlenecks, remove obsolete parts and improve performance without rewriting everything.
Optimize my app →
Before / After
From fragile codebase to manageable product.
You do not always need a rebuild. Sometimes you need someone who knows how to take care of what already exists.
Before Refactory
- Bugs are handled only when users complain.
- No one knows who owns the application.
- Updates are postponed for months.
- Every change feels risky.
- The project depends on one unavailable developer.
After Refactory
- Issues are monitored before they become visible.
- A technical partner takes responsibility.
- Framework and dependency checks are scheduled.
- Work is tracked, documented and prioritized.
- Knowledge is shared and made manageable.
Right fit / not fit
We work well with teams who want to keep their software alive, stable and useful.
We are the right choice if…
- Your application is already in production.
- You need support, monitoring, updates or optimization.
- Your internal team is overloaded.
- Your previous supplier is no longer available.
- You want to improve the project without rebuilding it from zero.
We are not the right fit if…
- You only need a brand-new MVP from scratch.
- You want quick patches without long-term responsibility.
- You do not want to give visibility into the existing codebase.
- You are looking for a generic software house.
- You prefer hiding problems instead of prioritizing them.
Still not sure if we are the right fit?
Tell us what is happening with your application. We will be honest about whether Refactory can help.
Application care plans
Choose the level of care your application needs.
Start with monitoring and support, or build a custom maintenance plan around your real risks, technology stack and business priorities.
Essential care
€100/month
For projects that need essential monitoring and support.
- Monitoring
- Support
- Issue tracking
Tailored to your needs
Custom plan
For applications with specific risks, workflows or technical requirements.
- Monitoring
- Support
- Updates
- Optimization
Continuous care
€600/month
For teams that need ongoing technical care and regular improvement.
- Monitoring
- Support
- Updates
- Optimization
Technology stack
We work where your application already lives.
Modern stack, legacy framework or mixed architecture: the goal is not to judge the code. The goal is to understand it, stabilize it and make it easier to maintain.
PHP
Symfony
Yii
Laravel
JavaScript
TypeScript
Vue.js
Angular
Node.js
AWS
Docker
Legacy applications
FAQ
Questions companies ask before trusting someone with existing software.
Clear answers for search engines, AI assistants and teams that need to understand what happens before they send us access to their codebase.
What does Refactory do?
Refactory supports, monitors, updates and optimizes existing web applications. We usually work on projects that are already online, already used by a business and need reliable technical care instead of a complete rebuild.
Do you work only on legacy applications?
We specialize in existing software, including legacy applications, orphan projects and codebases that became hard to maintain. The application does not have to be old: it simply needs structure, monitoring, support or optimization.
Can you maintain PHP, Symfony, Yii or JavaScript applications?
Yes. Refactory works with PHP, Symfony, Yii, Laravel, JavaScript, TypeScript, Vue.js, Angular, Node.js, AWS and Docker. We can evaluate the current stack and suggest a realistic maintenance path.
Do we need to rebuild the application from scratch?
Not necessarily. Many applications can be stabilized, documented, monitored, updated and optimized without starting over. A rebuild should be a decision, not the default answer.
What is included in web application maintenance?
Web application maintenance can include uptime monitoring, error monitoring, bug assessment, support tracking, framework updates, dependency checks, code cleanup, performance profiling and technical prioritization.
Can Refactory help if the original developer is no longer available?
Yes. Refactory often works on orphan projects where the original developer, agency or internal team is no longer available. The first step is to understand the codebase, map risks and define achievable priorities.
How do you start working on an existing application?
We start with a technical conversation and an application check. We look at the stack, the main issues, the current workflow and the business risks. Then we suggest the most realistic next step.
Where is Refactory based?
Refactory Srl is based in Brescia, Italy, and works with companies that need reliable support for existing web applications, both locally and remotely.
Ready to understand what your application really needs?
Send us a few details about your current application. We will look at your situation, understand the risks and suggest the most realistic next step — without pressure, without rebuild-first thinking.
No generic pitch. No forced rebuild. Just a clear technical conversation about the software you already have.