Best Checkatrade Alternative for Tilers — 2026 Guide
Looking for a Checkatrade alternative for tiler work? TradeMatch gives you up to 5 quotes from vetted tiler professionals, escrow-protected payments and verified reviews — the three things Checkatrade most commonly gets flagged on. Checkatrade typically charges tradespeople expensive monthly subscription starting from £50+/month. tradespeople pay whether they receive work or not. higher tiers (£100–140/month) needed for premium features. which often translates to higher tiler quotes for you.
Updated May 2026 · By TradeMatch Editorial Team
£200–£600
UK average for tiler work in 2026. TradeMatch customers typically pay 5–15% less than on Checkatrade because of competitive quoting and the absence of tradesperson subscription costs being passed through.
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TradeMatch vs Checkatrade for Tilers
| Feature | TradeMatch | Checkatrade |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 5 tiler quotes | Yes | Varies |
| Escrow on payment | Yes | No |
| Relevant trade qualifications verified | Yes | Yes |
| Verified reviews only | Yes | Mixed |
| Background checks | Yes | Yes |
| Dispute resolution for tiler work | Yes | No |
Why TradeMatch Wins for Tiler Work
- Tiler-specific vetting — TradeMatch verifies Relevant trade qualifications and Public liability insurance before any tiler can quote. Checkatrade has similar checks but relies on ongoing self-attestation.
- Escrow holds your money — Payment for tiler work sits protected until you confirm the job is done to spec. Critical for tiler jobs involving bathroom tiling (full).
- Five competing quotes — open competition on pricing — typically saves 5–15% on tiler jobs.
- No pass-through costs — Checkatrade's tradespeople pass platform fees onto homeowners through higher quotes. TradeMatch's pay-on-confirmed-work model removes that markup.
Typical Tiler Jobs & UK Pricing
| Job | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom tiling (full) | £400 | £800 | £1,500 |
| Kitchen splashback | £150 | £300 | £600 |
| Floor tiling (per m2) | £25 | £45 | £80 |
| Wet room tiling | £600 | £1,200 | £2,500 |
| Re-grouting | £100 | £200 | £400 |
UK average pricing. London and South East run 20–40% higher. Get an exact quote by posting your tiler job on TradeMatch.
Best platform for tiler work in 2026?
For tiler work specifically, TradeMatch is the best Checkatrade alternative. You get up to 5 quotes (vs Checkatrade's browse-and-contact model), escrow-protected payments and verified reviews from real tiler jobs. Pricing tends to be 5–15% lower because Checkatrade's expensive monthly subscription starting from £50+/month gets passed onto homeowners through inflated quotes.
Tilers on Checkatrade vs TradeMatch — FAQ
Is TradeMatch better than Checkatrade for finding a tiler?
For tiler work specifically, TradeMatch offers escrow-protected payments, up to 5 competing quotes and verified reviews from real completed jobs. Checkatrade lacks payment protection, which matters more for tiler work because jobs often involve Bathroom tiling (full) where you want recourse if something goes wrong.
How much does a tiler cost compared to what Checkatrade shows?
Average tiler prices on TradeMatch: £200–£600. Checkatrade pricing tends to be inflated 10–20% because tradespeople pass on their annual subscription costs. TradeMatch's competitive quote model typically gets you 5–15% lower prices for tiler work because professionals compete openly.
What qualifications does a tiler need, and does Checkatrade verify them?
A tiler in the UK should hold Relevant trade qualifications and Public liability insurance. Checkatrade has lighter qualification checks than TradeMatch. On TradeMatch every tiler is background-checked, qualification-verified and insurance-validated before being allowed to accept work.
What happens if a tiler job goes wrong on Checkatrade vs TradeMatch?
On Checkatrade, dispute resolution is limited — you mostly rely on chargebacks or small-claims court. On TradeMatch, payment sits in escrow until you confirm the work is complete; if there is a dispute, our resolution team mediates and your money stays safe. For tiler work — where snags like bathroom tiling (full) are common — this makes a meaningful difference.
How quickly will I get tiler quotes on TradeMatch vs Checkatrade?
Most TradeMatch tiler jobs receive the first quote within a few hours and 3–5 quotes within 24–48 hours. Checkatrade uses a browse-and-contact model, so quote speed depends on how many tradespeople you message. Posting your tiler job on TradeMatch is free and only takes 2 minutes.
Can I read reviews of tilers before hiring on Checkatrade and TradeMatch?
Both platforms display reviews. Reviews are collected after jobs but historically tradespeople could influence which reviews were shown. Reviews are suppressed for 5 days before publication. On TradeMatch, every review is verified — only homeowners who have completed a tiler job through the platform can leave one. No ability to buy or solicit reviews, and every review stays visible (tradespeople cannot delete negative feedback).
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