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 handyman cost near me?

Handymen near you charge £25–£40 per hour with a minimum call-out of 1–2 hours. Half-day rates run £80–£150; full-day rates £150–£280. All handymen on MyApproved carry public liability insurance and are reviewed by real local customers - no hidden fees.

How do I find a trustworthy handyman near me?

MyApproved lists verified, insured handymen with genuine customer reviews. Every handyman passes ID verification and insurance checks before listing. Post your job free and receive quotes from local handymen - ideal for small jobs that don't require a specialist trade.

What jobs can a handyman do?

A handyman handles: flat-pack assembly, picture and mirror hanging, curtain rail and blind fitting, shelf installation, TV wall-mounting, minor plumbing (tap washers, toilet seats), door adjustments, fence repairs, and general home maintenance. They cannot carry out notifiable electrical or gas work - those require certified specialists.

Is it worth hiring a handyman for small jobs?

Yes - hiring a verified handyman for multiple small tasks in one visit is cost-effective and avoids the safety risks of DIY. MyApproved handymen can batch several jobs in a half-day visit for a flat rate of £80–£150, making them ideal for landlords and busy homeowners.

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How much does a local handyman charge in the UK?

Handymen in the UK charge £25–£40/hour with a minimum 1–2 hour call-out. Half-day rate: £80–£150. Full day: £150–£280. Common tasks: flat-pack assembly (£50–£150), picture hanging (£30–£60), minor repairs (£60–£200). Every MyApproved handyman is ID-checked, insured, and reviewed by real local homeowners - no fake reviews.

What does MyApproved verify before a handyman can quote in the UK?

Handymen in the UK must pass MyApproved's 4-point check: government ID verification, public liability insurance confirmation (minimum £1M), skill-specific qualification check where electrical or gas-adjacent work is involved, and customer reference screening. Any handyman undertaking notifiable electrical work must be NICEIC or NAPIT registered - MyApproved verifies this separately. Unqualified electrical work is rejected.

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How to Hire a Verified Handyman

Four steps, completely free, takes under 2 minutes.

Post your job

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

Receive verified quotes

Up to 3 local handymen 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 handyman is ID-checked, £2M insured, qualification-verified, and reference-screened.

Handyman Services Covered

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

General Repairs

Flat Pack Assembly

Picture Hanging

Shelf Installation

Curtain Rails

TV Mounting

Minor Plumbing

Minor Electrics

Garden Maintenance

Odd Jobs

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Browse verified handymen in major cities and towns across the UK.

The MyApproved Difference

Why MyApproved verification outperforms Checkatrade

Checkatrade, MyBuilder, and MyJobQuote accept self-reported credentials. MyApproved independently verifies every handyman 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 handyman 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 does a local handyman charge in the UK?

What does MyApproved verify before a handyman can quote in the UK?

How to Hire a Verified Handyman

Post your job

Receive verified quotes

Compare & choose

Hire with confidence

Handyman Services Covered

Find Handymen 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

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Kitchen Fitters

Bathroom Fitters

Tilers

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

How much does a local handyman charge in the UK?

What does MyApproved verify before a handyman can quote in the UK?

How to Hire a Verified Handyman

Post your job

Receive verified quotes

Compare & choose

Hire with confidence

Handyman Services Covered

Find Handymen 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 handyman cost in the UK?

Are all handymen on MyApproved verified?

Is MyApproved free for homeowners?

How quickly will I receive quotes from handymen?

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