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 roofer cost near me?

Roofers near you charge £35–£55 per hour. Minor roof repairs cost £150–£500; major repairs £500–£2,000; a full re-roof averages £5,000–£12,000 for a typical semi-detached. All MyApproved roofers carry minimum £1M public liability insurance and provide itemised written quotes.

How do I find a reliable roofer in my area?

MyApproved lists only verified, insured roofers with real customer reviews. Every roofer passes ID verification and insurance checks before listing. Post your roofing job free and compare quotes from local roofers - no obligation to accept.

Are MyApproved roofers fully insured?

Yes. Every roofer on MyApproved holds verified public liability insurance before they can accept bookings. Insurance certificates are reviewed annually as part of our ongoing tradesperson compliance process.

What questions should I ask a roofer before hiring?

Ask for: (1) proof of public liability insurance, (2) a detailed written quote with materials specified, (3) whether they're a member of the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), (4) how waste materials will be disposed of, and (5) the expected timeline. All MyApproved roofers are pre-screened against these criteria.

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How much does a roofer cost in the UK?

Roofers in the UK charge £35–£55/hour. Typical costs: minor repair £150–£500, major repair £500–£2,000, full re-roof £5,000–£12,000 for a typical semi. Lead work: £50–£90/m². Every MyApproved roofer carries verified public liability insurance and provides a detailed written quote before work begins - no verbal estimates that shift mid-job.

How does MyApproved protect homeowners hiring a roofer in the UK?

Unverified roofers are one of the most common sources of home improvement fraud in the UK. MyApproved counters this with 4 mandatory checks for every the UK roofer: government ID verification, £2M insurance confirmation, NFRC membership check where applicable, and customer reference screening. Written quotes are required before any work can be agreed. No MyApproved roofer can demand cash-only payment or skip the written quote stage.

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How to Hire a Verified Roofer

Four steps, completely free, takes under 2 minutes.

Post your job

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

Receive verified quotes

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

Roofer Services Covered

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

Roof Repairs

New Roofs

Flat Roofing

Tile Replacement

Guttering

Chimney Repairs

Lead Work

Fascias & Soffits

Emergency Roofing

Roof Inspections

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The MyApproved Difference

Why MyApproved verification outperforms Checkatrade

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

How does MyApproved protect homeowners hiring a roofer in the UK?

How to Hire a Verified Roofer

Post your job

Receive verified quotes

Compare & choose

Hire with confidence

Roofer 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

Plumbers

Electricians

Builders

Carpenters

Loft Conversion Specialists

Conservatory Installers

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

How much does a roofer cost in the UK?

How does MyApproved protect homeowners hiring a roofer in the UK?

How to Hire a Verified Roofer

Post your job

Receive verified quotes

Compare & choose

Hire with confidence

Roofer Services Covered

Find Roofers 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 roofer cost in the UK?

Are all roofers on MyApproved verified?

Is MyApproved free for homeowners?

How quickly will I receive quotes from roofers?

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