Free guides, tips and strategies for UK tradesmen who want to get more work online. No fluff. Just practical advice that works.
This guide covers everything a tradesman needs to know about getting on page 1 of Google — from setting up your Google Business Profile to on-page SEO, local keywords, and getting more reviews.
It's the guide we wish existed when we started working with tradespeople. Written in plain English, no jargon.
Download Free Guide →It's free. It takes 2 hours to set up. And it can be the single most powerful thing you do for your business online. Here's why.
Read more →Most tradesmen get great reviews from happy customers — but only from 1 in 20. Here's how to automate the process and build your reputation on autopilot.
Read more →Facebook, Instagram or TikTok? How often to post? What to show? We break down exactly what works for trade businesses in 2025.
Read more →Most trade websites are missing at least 5 of these. A checklist of the exact things your website needs to turn visitors into enquiries.
Read more →The maths on Checkatrade vs building your own online presence. Spoiler: after 12 months, your own website almost always wins.
Read more →Before/after photos are your most powerful marketing tool. Here's how to take them properly with any smartphone — no photography skills needed.
Read more →No budget needed. Just 2–3 hours of your time. These five things will immediately improve your online presence.
It's free and it's the single most important thing you can do. Takes about 2 hours to set up properly. Google it: "Google Business Profile setup".
Text them your Google review link with a short message: "Hi [name], we loved working with you — would you mind leaving us a quick Google review? Here's the link: [link]". Most people will.
It takes 5 minutes and it will reach local homeowners who follow you or know your customers. Trade before/afters consistently outperform any other type of content.
If your website title just says your business name, you're missing free Google traffic. It should say something like "Dave's Plumbing | Emergency Plumber London". One change, big difference.
If visitors have to copy and paste your number to call you, most won't bother. Make sure your website has a click-to-call button at the top of every page. Ask your web developer to fix this today.
Skip the DIY. Let us build and manage your complete online presence so you can focus on the work.