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 plumber cost near me?

Plumbers near you typically charge £40–£70 per hour with call-out fees of £50–£100. Emergency plumbers cost £80–£150 per hour. Most standard jobs - leak repairs, tap replacement, toilet fitting - cost £150–£400 all-in. All plumbers on MyApproved provide upfront fixed-price quotes before work starts.

How do I find a verified plumber in my area?

Use MyApproved to find a verified plumber near you. Every plumber listed is identity-verified, carries minimum £2M public liability insurance, and is reviewed by real customers who completed a confirmed booking. Post your job free and receive quotes within hours.

Are MyApproved plumbers Gas Safe registered?

Any gas work (boilers, gas appliances, central heating) on MyApproved is carried out exclusively by Gas Safe registered engineers. You can verify their 7-digit Gas Safe ID at gassaferegister.co.uk before work begins.

What is the cheapest way to find a reliable plumber?

MyApproved is free for homeowners - post your job and receive up to 3 competitive quotes from verified local plumbers at no cost. You only pay the plumber for completed work. Comparing quotes saves homeowners an average of 15–25% vs. hiring the first plumber you find.

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How much does a verified plumber cost in the UK?

Verified plumbers in the UK charge £40–£70/hour for standard work; £80–£150/hour for emergency call-outs. Common jobs: tap replacement £80–£150, boiler service £80–£120, burst pipe repair £150–£400. Every plumber on MyApproved is Gas Safe registered where required, carries £2M public liability insurance, and is ID-verified before quoting. Get 3 free quotes - no obligation.

How does MyApproved verify a plumber in the UK before they can quote?

MyApproved applies a 4-point pre-listing check to every the UK plumber: (1) government-issued ID verification, (2) £2M public liability insurance confirmation, (3) Gas Safe registration check where applicable, (4) customer reference screening. Unlike directories that accept self-reported credentials, MyApproved independently verifies each document. Verification is renewed annually. Only plumbers who pass all 4 checks can receive quote requests.

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How to Hire a Verified Plumber

Four steps, completely free, takes under 2 minutes.

Post your job

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

Receive verified quotes

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

Plumber Services Covered

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

Leak Repairs

Boiler Installation

Bathroom Fitting

Pipe Repairs

Emergency Plumbing

Central Heating

Tap Installation

Toilet Repairs

Shower Installation

Radiator Repairs

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The MyApproved Difference

Why MyApproved verification outperforms Checkatrade

Checkatrade, MyBuilder, and MyJobQuote accept self-reported credentials. MyApproved independently verifies every plumber 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 plumber 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 verified plumber cost in the UK?

How does MyApproved verify a plumber in the UK before they can quote?

How to Hire a Verified Plumber

Post your job

Receive verified quotes

Compare & choose

Hire with confidence

Plumber Services Covered

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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

Electricians

Builders

Roofers

Carpenters

Loft Conversion Specialists

Conservatory Installers

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

How much does a verified plumber cost in the UK?

How does MyApproved verify a plumber in the UK before they can quote?

How to Hire a Verified Plumber

Post your job

Receive verified quotes

Compare & choose

Hire with confidence

Plumber Services Covered

Find Plumbers 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 plumber cost in the UK?

Are all plumbers on MyApproved verified?

Is MyApproved free for homeowners?

How quickly will I receive quotes from plumbers?

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Builders

Roofers

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