How do I get a competitive, verified trade quote through MyApproved?

Post your job on MyApproved for free - takes under 2 minutes. You describe the work, set your location, and verified local tradespeople who match your job receive your enquiry. Each one has already passed MyApproved's checks: identity checked, business verified, and public liability insurance confirmed and monitored. They call you back with a fixed written quote - compare and hire with no obligation and no hidden fees. Most homeowners receive their first quote within a few hours.

Why does MyApproved verification protect homeowners better than Checkatrade or MyBuilder?

MyApproved confirms each tradesperson's identity, verifies their business, and confirms and monitors their public liability insurance before they can receive a single quote request. No tradesperson is listed until these checks have passed. Cover is monitored and any lapse triggers immediate account suspension.

What are the benefits for independent tradespeople joining MyApproved instead of Checkatrade?

Checkatrade charges tradespeople £300+ per month on a 12-month contract regardless of lead volume. MyJobQuote charges £15 to £80 per lead and sells the same lead to multiple competing trades. MyApproved charges £4.99 per accepted lead with no monthly subscription and no contract lock-in. Tradespeople only pay when they choose to accept a specific lead. The verified badge on MyApproved signals independently-confirmed credentials - not self-declaration - which converts at a higher rate with homeowners who are aware of rogue trader risks.

What is the step-by-step process for a tradesperson to get verified and start receiving leads on MyApproved?

Step 1: Register at myapproved.com/register/tradesperson - takes under 5 minutes. Step 2: Submit your government-issued photo ID for an identity check. Step 3: Provide your business details for business verification. Step 4: Upload your public liability insurance certificate - MyApproved confirms it with your insurer and monitors the cover. Once these checks pass, your profile goes live and you begin receiving matched lead enquiries at £4.99 per accepted lead.

Is MyApproved free for homeowners?

Yes. Posting a job, receiving quotes, and comparing tradesperson profiles on MyApproved is completely free for homeowners. You pay only the tradesperson for the work - MyApproved charges nothing to homeowners at any stage.

What trades are available on MyApproved across the UK?

MyApproved covers 33 trades UK-wide including plumbers, electricians, roofers, gas engineers, builders, carpenters, painters and decorators, tilers, plasterers, locksmiths, bathroom fitters, kitchen fitters, landscapers, gardeners, handymen, window fitters, solar panel installers, heating engineers, loft conversion specialists, and driveway specialists. All are independently verified before listing.

Are all tradespeople on MyApproved insured?

Yes. Every listed tradesperson must hold public liability insurance, confirmed in date and monitored throughout. The listing is withdrawn if cover lapses.

How much does it cost to hire a tradesperson through MyApproved?

Costs vary by trade and job. Post your job and get no-obligation quotes from matched tradespeople who call you back to compare.

How quickly can I find a tradesperson near me?

Post your job and you'll receive a brief matched by trade and location. Verified tradespeople call you back; response times vary by trade and area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about finding and hiring verified tradespeople across the UK

How does MyApproved verify tradespeople?

Every tradesperson passes identity, business and insurance checks before anyone appears on the platform: photo ID verified against a live selfie, a business registered on Companies House, and public liability insurance confirmed and monitored so the listing is withdrawn if it lapses.

Getting Started

How does MyApproved work?

Post your job and verified tradespeople matched to your trade and location call you back with quotes. Compare profiles, then hire whoever fits.

Is MyApproved free to use?

Yes, free for homeowners to post jobs and view quotes. Tradespeople pay £4.99 a lead, pay as you go.

How do I create an account?

Click "Sign Up" and choose homeowner or tradesperson, fill in your details, and verify your email.

Finding Tradespeople

How are tradespeople verified?

Every tradesperson passes identity, business and insurance checks before they can appear: photo ID verified against a live selfie, a business registered on Companies House, and public liability insurance confirmed genuine and in date. Insurance stays monitored so the listing is withdrawn if it lapses.

How many quotes will I receive?

It depends. Verified tradespeople who match your job will call you back to discuss it and provide a fixed, written quote.

How quickly will I get responses?

It varies by trade and area. We send you the brief as soon as your job is matched.

What can I see on a tradesperson's profile?

Exactly what was checked: identity, business and insurance, so you know before you decide.

Payments & Pricing

How much does it cost to hire a tradesperson?

It depends on the trade and the job. Post your job and compare no-obligation quotes from matched tradespeople who call you back.

Are there any hidden fees?

No. The price you agree with the tradesperson is what you pay. Using MyApproved costs homeowners nothing.

What if I'm not satisfied with the work?

Talk to the tradesperson first. If it isn't resolved, email support@myapproved.com and we'll help.

Safety & Trust

Are all tradespeople insured?

Yes. Public liability insurance is a condition of listing. We confirm it's in date and keep monitoring it.

What if something goes wrong?

Email support@myapproved.com. We take every report seriously, and public liability cover is confirmed and monitored throughout.

How do I report a problem?

Email support@myapproved.com. We take all reports seriously and investigate promptly.

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