How it works
Simple for customers. Fair for pros.
We introduce customers to checked local businesses. You agree the work directly with each other. We never take a cut of the job.
For customers
- Search or post a job. Enter your postcode and the service you need. Posting a job takes about two minutes and is free.
- We match you. Our system picks up to 5 verified pros with an active subscription whose coverage area includes your postcode. Featured pros for your area come first, then the nearest.
- Pros reply. Each pro sees your job description, the name you gave and your postcode area, never your e-mail address or phone number. Pros who are interested say so.
- You choose. We e-mail you a private link showing the interested pros and their contact details. You contact the ones you like. Get written quotes before agreeing to anything.
- Leave a review. Once you tell us who you chose, you can review that pro. Only customers we matched can review.
The contract for the work is between you and the pro. We are not a party to it and we don’t guarantee the work. See the Terms for Customers.
Post a jobFor pros
- Create your profile. Add your business details, the services you offer and how far you travel.
- Upload your documents. We check your insurance, licence or professional registration before your profile goes live.
- Choose a plan. One monthly fee, no lead fees and no long contract. Cancel any month.
- Get job alerts. When a customer in your area posts a matching job, we e-mail you. Reply “I’m interested” from your account.
- Win the work. The customer contacts you directly. Do a great job and earn genuine reviews.
What we check before a pro goes live
| Service | We verify |
|---|---|
| Builder | Public liability insurance |
| Handyman | Public liability insurance |
| House clearance | Waste carrier licence (Environment Agency) |
| Electrician | NICEIC or NAPIT registration |
| Plumber | Public liability insurance |
| Gas engineer | Gas Safe registration |
| Painter & decorator | Public liability insurance |
| Gardener | Public liability insurance |
| Cleaner | Public liability insurance |
| Accountant | ICAEW / ACCA / AAT membership and AML supervision |
| Architect | ARB registration |
| Structural engineer | Engineering Council registration (CEng / IEng) |
| Solicitor | SRA registration |
We check the document or register entry at the time shown on the profile. A “verified” badge is not a guarantee of the quality of anyone’s work. Always check that a quote, scope and timescale are agreed in writing.