HowTo - Pick Good Tradespeople

There are a few golden rules when picking your trades, although it’s worth remembering that no amount of playing by the rules guarantees anything. These are just a few top tips to help guide you on your way and give you some confidence in picking the right professionals to get your project completed with as much ease as possible.  

Top Tips: 

1. Always get 2-3 comparable quotes, and remember to include the VAT.

2. Ask about; personal recommendations and great reviews and provide a solid ground for finding the right professional. 

3. Platforms such as checkatrade.com and ratedpeople.com are all good reference points. Check reviews carefully, 

4. Make sure you sign a written contract or agreement in order to get the job completed on cost. 

5. Make sure the company/individual you employ has adequate insurance and always ask to see their policies/qualification when relevant (i.e. working with gas etc.)

6. Finally, NEVER pay fully up front! Agree a schedule of payments and project targets from the outset.  

Big Don’ts   

1. Don’t pay up front!

2. Don’t accept the first person through the door. 

3. Don’t employ trades that come knocking on your door and push their services. Reputable tradesmen will not cold call.

4. Don’t sign contracts or pay anything without seeing their insurance/accredited documents. 

5. Don’t trust a tradesman that won’t provide references when asked, or proof of accreditation if required.