TradeMatch · UK

We Find You ThePlumber

Find Local Trusted Tradespeople in Minutes

  • 200K+ Trusted Traders
  • Transparent Bidding
  • 11K Monthly Active Users
Get Any Home Repair Done

Looking For A Service?

From a dripping tap to a full loft conversion — find the right verified tradesperson for any job.

1Step One

Post your job
in under 2 minutes.

No account required. Describe your job, drop your postcode, add photos if you have them. Our smart form routes your job to the right vetted tradespeople in your area — not random strangers on the internet.

Fast & simple form
Takes under 2 minutes. No jargon, no tech knowledge needed.
Postcode routing
Only tradespeople near you see your job. Always local.
Photo uploads
Add images so tradespeople can give you accurate quotes.
Post for free today
Tradesperson reviewing job blueprints — find local tradespeople near you
Average response time
47 minutes
From job posted to first quote
2Step Two

Get up to 5 quotes
from verified trades.

Every tradesperson on TradeMatch has been ID-checked, insurance-verified and background-screened. You'll receive up to 5 quotes — never more, so you're comparing real options, not drowning in spam calls.

Verified identities
Government ID check + live selfie match on every profile.
Insurance confirmed
Public liability insurance verified before they can quote on jobs.
Max 5 quotes only
We cap it at 5. Focused choice, not a flood of cold calls.
See example profiles
Builder cutting bricks with angle grinder
3 quotes received
Mark T. — Builder
Best Match
£2,400
Sarah K. — Builder
£2,750
Dave P. — Builder
Awaiting full quote
Pending…
3Step Three

Choose your trade.
Chat & confirm.

Compare profiles, read verified reviews, see past jobs and accreditations. Message tradespeople directly through the platform. When you're ready — book with one click. No awkward phone calls required.

Secure in-app messaging
Chat directly — no sharing your number until you're ready.
Verified reviews only
Every review is from a real, completed job on our platform.
Instant booking
Lock in a start date in the platform. No phone tag needed.
Start comparing quotes
Tradesperson drilling into wall
Verified Reviews
12,847
From real completed jobs
4Step Four

Pay securely
with escrow protection.

Your payment is held in escrow — safely ringfenced — until the job is complete and you approve it. Milestone payments for larger jobs. Your money never goes directly to the tradesperson until you say so.

Escrow hold
Funds sit safely with us — released only when you approve.
Milestone payments
Break big jobs into stages. Pay as each milestone is signed off.
No hidden platform fees
We charge trades per lead. Homeowners never pay TradeMatch.
Learn about escrow
Tradesperson laying floor tiles
Payment protected
Boiler service — £385
Funds deposited
£385
Work completed
✓
Your approval
Pending
Funds released
£385
Real Tradespeople

From roofs to rewires — find local tradespeople for every trade.

48 trade categories. Thousands of verified professionals across the UK, ready to quote on your job.

Local builders on a UK extension site
Construction
Builders
Electrician fitting a consumer unit — emergency electrician near me
Electrical
Electricians
Plumber repairing a kitchen pipe — local plumber near me
Plumbing
Plumbers
Roofer on a UK pitched roof — emergency roof repair
Roofing
Roofers
Kitchen fitter installing units — kitchen fitter near me
Interiors
Kitchen Fitters
Landscaper laying a UK back-garden patio — gardener near me
Outdoor
Landscapers
The Full Journey

One platform.
Both sides, fully covered.

Whether you're posting a job or winning work — TradeMatch handles every step, from first contact to final payment.

1

Post your job

Describe what you need. No account required. Takes 2 minutes.

2 min avg
2

Receive up to 5 quotes

Verified tradespeople near you submit competitive quotes. Compare profiles & reviews.

All ID-checked
3

Chat & book

Message any tradesperson directly. Ask questions, agree on scope, set a start date.

Secure messaging
4

Pay into escrow

Your payment is held securely by TradeMatch — not released until the job is done and you approve it.

Zero risk
1

Create your profile

Upload ID, insurance, accreditations. Takes about 15 minutes. Our team verifies everything.

Verified badge
2

Browse local jobs

See every job posted in your area. Filter by trade type, budget & start date. Real jobs from real homeowners.

Real leads only
3

Submit a quote

Pay a small lead fee (only if you choose to quote). No subscription. No monthly fees. Pay only per lead you want.

Pay per lead
4

Get paid promptly

Homeowner approves your work — funds release from escrow to you within 24 hours. Guaranteed. No chasing.

24hr payout
Our Verification Process

Every tradesperson is vetted, insured & Gas Safe / NICEIC verified.

Not a box-ticking exercise. Real humans review every application. Here's exactly what we verify before anyone can quote on your home.

Verified Gas Safe and NICEIC tradesperson on a UK home job
ID Verified
Government ID checked
Insured
Public liability confirmed
Gas SafeNICEICNAPITTrustMarkFMB
Government ID Verification
Passport or driving licence + live selfie biometric match. We use the same technology as banks. No exceptions.
Public Liability Insurance
We verify active insurance documents directly with the insurer. Minimum £1M cover required. Renewals re-checked automatically.
Trade Accreditations
Gas Safe, NICEIC, NAPIT, TrustMark, FMB and 12 other bodies — verified directly with the issuing authority.
Background & Review History
Previous reviews scrutinised for patterns of complaints. Any verified dispute history is disclosed on the tradesperson's profile.
Platform Numbers

The numbers speak for themselves.

Real data from real jobs on the TradeMatch platform.

4.9/5
Average Platform Rating
From 12,847 verified, post-job reviews — only homeowners who completed a job can leave one.
47 min
First Quote Response
Average time from posting your job to receiving your first verified quote from a local tradesperson.
£0
Cost for Homeowners
Posting a job is always free. We earn by charging tradespeople per lead — not from your pocket.
98.2%
Jobs Completed on Time
Milestone escrow and accountability tracking keeps tradespeople on schedule — it's baked into the system.
5 max
Quotes Per Job
We cap it at 5 so you make a focused decision — not wade through 40 calls from desperate contractors.
24 hr
Tradesperson Payout
Once a homeowner approves the work, funds release from escrow within 24 hours. No chasing invoices.
Common Questions

Everything you need to know.

Is it really free to post a job?
Yes, completely. Posting a job on TradeMatch is free forever. Tradespeople pay us a small fee per lead they choose to quote on — that's how we keep the platform free for homeowners.
How are tradespeople verified?
Every tradesperson must pass government ID verification (biometric selfie match), provide proof of active public liability insurance, and submit any relevant trade accreditations (Gas Safe, NICEIC, etc). Our team manually reviews every application.
Why max 5 quotes? Other sites send more.
Because more isn't better — it's noise. Sites that blast your details to 30 contractors create a harassment experience. 5 focused, verified quotes give you real choice without the chaos. Every tradesperson who quotes actually wants the job.
What if I'm not happy with the work?
You don't approve payment until you're satisfied. If there's a genuine dispute, our resolution team investigates and can withhold funds. In serious cases, funds can be returned to you. Full details in our Escrow & Disputes policy.
Where can I find a plumber near me?
TradeMatch matches you with vetted, insured plumbers across the UK in minutes. Post your job free and up to 5 local plumbers — including emergency cover — will quote within hours. See typical price ranges in our Plumber Cost Guide or browse verified plumbers near you.
How much does an electrician charge per hour in the UK?
Electrician hourly rates in the UK typically run £40–£80, with London at the top of the range. Emergency call-outs add a £75–£150 premium. See live regional rates and job-by-job pricing in our Electrician Cost Guide, or compare quotes from vetted electricians near you.
How does escrow work exactly?
When you book a tradesperson, you deposit the agreed amount into our regulated escrow account. The tradesperson completes the work. You review and approve — then funds release to them within 24 hours. You're never pressured to approve prematurely.
How much does it cost to quote as a tradesperson?
Lead fees vary by trade and job size — typically £4–£18 per quote opportunity. There are no monthly subscriptions. You only pay when you actively choose to quote on a job. See full pricing on our Tradespeople Pricing page.
Do I need to create an account to post a job?
Yes — a free account is required to post a job. Registration takes under 60 seconds and lets you review quotes, message tradespeople, and track your job from one place. There's no fee to post.
Are the reviews genuine?
100%. Reviews on TradeMatch can only be left by homeowners who completed a verified, paid job through the platform. No anonymous reviews, no review manipulation. We scan for suspicious patterns and remove any that fail our checks.
What's the best Checkatrade alternative?
TradeMatch is built around aligned incentives — no annual subscription fees, escrow-protected payments, max 5 verified quotes per job, and reviews that can't be removed by tradespeople. See the side-by-side breakdown in our Checkatrade alternative comparison, or compare against MyBuilder and Bark.
Verified Reviews

4.9★ Across 3,600+ Reviews

Every review is job-linked and tamper-proof. No vendor can delete or suppress a review. No fake reviews can be purchased. Read what real people say.

Boiler Replacement · London
"Finally a platform where the tradesperson actually showed up. Dave was prompt, clean, and the escrow meant I wasn't nervous handing over any deposit. Money only moved when I signed off."
Sarah K.
Islington, London
Bathroom Renovation · Manchester
"I'd been burned by a cowboy builder before. The verified badge, reviewed profile, and milestone escrow gave me confidence. I could see exactly where my money was at every stage."
Caroline M.
Didsbury, Manchester
Loft Conversion · Leeds
"Got 5 quotes within 24 hours. All verified, all with real reviews attached to real jobs. I picked someone with 48 completed jobs and a 4.9 rating. Perfect outcome — on time and on budget."
Jenny T.
Headingley, Leeds
Roof Repair · Edinburgh
"Three quotes in 12 hours. All Gas Safe or relevant certs verified. The review you read is the review you get — no vendor can remove them. Trust is real here."
Alistair P.
Morningside, Edinburgh
Rear Extension · Birmingham
"12 weeks, four milestones, each paid on sign-off. I always knew where the money was and the builder always knew he'd get paid fairly. No arguments, no stress. That's how it should always work."
Priya S.
Edgbaston, Birmingham
Kitchen Rewire · Bristol
"As a tradesperson this is the only platform I'll use now. Homeowners are real. Payment is instant when they sign off. Lost nothing on dead leads in 4 months."
Marcus S.
Clifton, Bristol
Boiler Replacement · London
"Finally a platform where the tradesperson actually showed up. Dave was prompt, clean, and the escrow meant I wasn't nervous handing over any deposit. Money only moved when I signed off."
Sarah K.
Islington, London
Bathroom Renovation · Manchester
"I'd been burned by a cowboy builder before. The verified badge, reviewed profile, and milestone escrow gave me confidence. I could see exactly where my money was at every stage."
Caroline M.
Didsbury, Manchester
Roof Repair · Edinburgh
"Three quotes in 12 hours. All Gas Safe or relevant certs verified. The review you read is the review you get — no vendor can remove them. Trust is real here."
Alistair P.
Morningside, Edinburgh
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