Guides & Resources for UK Tradespeople

Everything you need to know about public liability, employers' liability and tool insurance as a UK tradesman.

Understand the difference between taking on a subcontractor and employing someone — and why it matters for tax and liability.

What to include in a contract with customers, downloadable template, and how written terms protect you on every job.

Step-by-step guide to taking on your first employee as a tradesman — PAYE, contracts, insurance and employer obligations.

How to write a simple business plan as a self-employed tradesman — useful for loans, growth planning and staying on track.

Which approved trader and trust mark schemes are worth joining, what they cost and how they affect customer trust.

When to register, how VAT works on labour and materials, the VAT reverse charge for construction, and flat rate scheme options.

How MTD for Income Tax affects self-employed tradesmen, what software you need, and the key deadlines to know.

Up-to-date day rates for electricians, plumbers, builders, plasterers and more across the UK for 2026.

Pricing guides for skim, full re-plaster, artex removal and render — with 2026 day rates and how to quote accurately.

What to do before you leave every job site — snagging, sign-off, photos, invoices and customer handover.

Which CSCS card you need, how to apply, what tests are required and how much it costs.

How to become Gas Safe registered, the assessment process, annual fees and what work requires registration.

18th Edition, Part P, ECS card and competent person schemes explained — what qualifications you need and how to get them.