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 up to 3 verified local tradespeople receive your enquiry. Each one has already passed MyApproved's 4-point check: government ID verification, £2M public liability insurance confirmation, trade qualification check (Gas Safe, NICEIC, FENSA, or relevant body), and customer reference screening. You compare quotes, read reviews from confirmed customers only, and hire - no obligation, no hidden fees. Most homeowners receive their first quote within a few hours.

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

Checkatrade and MyBuilder accept self-reported credentials - tradespeople declare their own qualifications and upload their own insurance certificates without independent verification. MyApproved applies 4 independent checks to every tradesperson before they can receive a single quote request: (1) government-issued ID checked against official records, (2) public liability insurance confirmed directly with the insurer, (3) regulated trade qualifications (Gas Safe, NICEIC, NAPIT, FENSA, MCS) verified against the live official register, (4) customer references contacted independently. All checks are renewed annually. Suspended registrations or lapsed insurance trigger 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–£80 per lead and sells the same lead to multiple competing trades. MyApproved charges £3.99 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 identity verification. Step 3: Upload your public liability insurance certificate - MyApproved confirms it with your insurer. Step 4: Provide your regulated trade registration number (Gas Safe, NICEIC, FENSA, etc.) if applicable - verified against the live official register. Step 5: Provide 2–3 customer references from recent completed work - MyApproved contacts them independently. Step 6: Once all 4 checks pass, your verified profile goes live and you begin receiving matched lead enquiries at £3.99 per accepted lead.

Is MyApproved free for homeowners?

Yes. Posting a job, receiving quotes, comparing tradesperson profiles, and reading verified reviews 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 24+ 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.

How much does a local builder cost near me?

Builders near you charge £35–£60 per hour or quote projects at a fixed price. Single-storey extensions cost £20,000–£45,000; double-storey £40,000–£80,000; loft conversions £30,000–£60,000. All builders on MyApproved are insured, ID-checked, and rated by verified local homeowners.

How do I find a trustworthy builder in my area?

MyApproved verifies every builder's ID, insurance, and qualifications before listing. Reviews are left only by homeowners who completed a confirmed project - not anonymous feedback. Post your building job free and compare quotes from verified local builders.

Do I need planning permission for a home extension?

Many single-storey rear extensions up to 4 metres (terraced/semi) or 8 metres (detached) fall under Permitted Development and require no planning permission. Loft conversions within volume limits are also usually permitted. Your MyApproved builder will advise on your specific project before quoting.

What should a builder's quote include?

A professional builder's quote should itemise: labour costs, materials with specifications and quantities, groundwork, waste removal, approximate timeline, and payment schedule. All MyApproved builders provide detailed written quotes - never accept a verbal estimate for work over £1,000.

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How much do verified builders charge in the UK?

Builders in the UK charge £35–£60/hour for labour. Project costs: single-storey extension £20,000–£45,000, loft conversion £30,000–£60,000, garage conversion £10,000–£25,000, full renovation £50,000–£150,000+. MyApproved builders provide itemised written quotes - materials, labour, and programme - before signing any agreement. Compare 3 verified quotes free.

What verification does MyApproved carry out on builders in the UK?

Builders are the UK's most regulated-yet-inconsistent trade. MyApproved applies 4 mandatory checks to every the UK builder: government ID verification, £2M public liability insurance confirmation (checked annually), FMB or NHBC membership check where applicable, and customer reference screening from recent completed projects. Planning consent and building regulations compliance are discussed at quote stage - MyApproved builders do not skip building control notification.

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How to Hire a Verified Builder

Four steps, completely free, takes under 2 minutes.

Post your job

Describe the builder work you need and your location. Free — takes 2 minutes.

Receive verified quotes

Up to 3 local builders send you fixed, written quotes. No verbal estimates.

Compare & choose

Review profiles, verified ratings, and itemised quotes. Message directly — no obligation.

Hire with confidence

Every builder is ID-checked, £2M insured, qualification-verified, and reference-screened.

Builder Services Covered

Our verified builders cover all the following services. Request a free quote and specify exactly what you need.

House Extensions

Loft Conversions

Garage Conversions

Renovations

Structural Work

New Builds

Garden Rooms

Porches

Conservatories

Driveways

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The MyApproved Difference

Why MyApproved verification outperforms Checkatrade

Checkatrade, MyBuilder, and MyJobQuote accept self-reported credentials. MyApproved independently verifies every builder against official records before they can quote.

MyApproved

£3.99 / lead

Pay only when you accept a lead. No monthly subscription required.

Checkatrade

£300+ / month

Fixed subscription regardless of lead volume. Trades locked in for 12-month contracts.

MyBuilder / MyJobQuote

£15–£80 / lead

Variable lead cost up to £80. Same lead sold to multiple competing trades simultaneously.

Step 01 · MyApproved

Government-Issued ID Verification

Every applicant submits a government-issued photo ID. MyApproved checks it against official identity records before the profile is created. No ID match - no listing.

How competitors handle this

Self-declared. Checkatrade does not independently verify identity documents against official records.

Step 02 · MyApproved

£2M Public Liability Insurance Confirmation

Certificate of insurance is submitted at onboarding and verified against the insurer directly. Cover level, policy status, and expiry are all checked. Renewals trigger automatic re-verification.

How competitors handle this

Self-uploaded. MyBuilder and Checkatrade accept insurance certificates without independent insurer confirmation.

Step 03 · MyApproved

Trade Qualification Check

Regulated trades (Gas Safe, NICEIC, NAPIT, FENSA, MCS, OFTEC) are verified against the live official register - not self-declared. Lapsed or suspended registrations are flagged immediately.

How competitors handle this

Checkatrade states tradespeople 'may' hold relevant qualifications. MyJobQuote does not verify regulated trade credentials.

Step 04 · MyApproved

Customer Reference Screening

Applicants provide references from recent completed jobs. MyApproved contacts referees independently. Reviews on the platform are gated to confirmed bookings only - no anonymous or self-submitted ratings.

How competitors handle this

Checkatrade reviews can be left by anyone, not just confirmed customers. Review authenticity is not independently verified.

Annual re-verification - not a one-time check

Every builder on MyApproved is re-verified every 12 months. Insurance lapses, suspended Gas Safe registrations, and revoked qualifications trigger immediate account suspension - before any homeowner can be affected. Checkatrade and MyBuilder do not operate an automated annual re-verification system.

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How much do verified builders charge in the UK?

What verification does MyApproved carry out on builders in the UK?

How to Hire a Verified Builder

Post your job

Receive verified quotes

Compare & choose

Hire with confidence

Builder Services Covered

Find Builders by Location

Major UK Cities

Stoke-on-Trent & North Staffordshire

Staffordshire

Cheshire

Why MyApproved verification outperforms Checkatrade

Government-Issued ID Verification

£2M Public Liability Insurance Confirmation

Trade Qualification Check

Customer Reference Screening

Frequently Asked Questions

Plumbers

Electricians

Roofers

Carpenters

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Conservatory Installers

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Find Verified Builders Near YouID-Checked · Insured · Real Reviews

How much do verified builders charge in the UK?

What verification does MyApproved carry out on builders in the UK?

How to Hire a Verified Builder

Post your job

Receive verified quotes

Compare & choose

Hire with confidence

Builder Services Covered

Find Builders by Location

Major UK Cities

Stoke-on-Trent & North Staffordshire

Staffordshire

Cheshire

Why MyApproved verification outperforms Checkatrade

Government-Issued ID Verification

£2M Public Liability Insurance Confirmation

Trade Qualification Check

Customer Reference Screening

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a builder cost in the UK?

Are all builders on MyApproved verified?

Is MyApproved free for homeowners?

How quickly will I receive quotes from builders?

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