Best Way to Find Trusted Tradespeople in Scotland
- Edward Fisher
- Apr 4
- 4 min read
After nearly 20 years working in the trades, I’d had enough of seeing good people on both sides struggle. Homeowners couldn’t find someone reliable. Traders were drowning in admin, chasing payments, and paying through the nose for leads that often went nowhere.
So, I'm building Tradiy.
Tradiy is an all-in-one platform for tradespeople and homeowners.
Tradespeople can list their business, get found by local customers, and manage everything from quotes to invoices in one place.
Homeowners can find verified local tradespeople, post jobs, compare quotes, and book with confidence all without the usual hassle.
Our goal is simple: cut out the hassle, connect the right people, and make the whole process fairer.
How to Find a Reliable Tradesman Near You
Trying to find someone who’ll actually turn up, do a proper job, and not overcharge you shouldn't be this difficult. But for most people, it still is.
1. Can’t Tell Who’s Actually Qualified?
There are loads of people advertising their services, but you’ve no idea if they’re legit. No insurance shown, no real reviews, no clue who you’re letting into your house.
Tradiy will only show verified traders. Proper checks, real reviews, and a bit of peace of mind.
2. Need Emergency Help But Don’t Know Who to Call?
When something goes wrong (burst pipe, no heating, broken electrics) finding someone fast is stressful, especially if it’s out of hours.
With Tradiy, you’ll be able to use the filter in our online directory to see which local tradespeople are available right now, so you’re not left waiting or scrolling through endless listings.
3. Sent a Message and Heard Nothing Back?
This happens all the time. You message three or four people, maybe one replies, and they’re fully booked. It’s frustrating.
We’re building Tradiy to make this easier. You’ll be able to message a bunch of verified traders at once and get responses quicker.
4. Getting Quotes Takes Forever
You need a job done, you ask around, and no one gets back to you. Or only one person does, and you feel stuck.
With Tradiy, you can send a quote request straight from the tradesperson’s profile and get notified as soon as they reply. If you sign up, you’ll also be able to see all the messages you’ve sent to different traders in one place. No more digging through emails or trying to remember who you contacted.
How to Get More Work as a Tradesperson in Scotland
Running a trade business isn’t just about doing the job. It’s everything else that comes with it: quoting, chasing leads, sorting admin, dealing with late payments. Tradiy is being built to make that part simpler.
1. More local jobs without paying for leads
Most lead generation sites charge upfront, even if the enquiry doesn’t turn into work. Tradiy will give you a free profile where local customers can find and contact you directly — no hidden fees, no middlemen.
2. Fewer time-wasters, more real enquiries
We know how frustrating it is to spend time quoting only for the customer to disappear. Tradiy is designed to connect you with serious customers who are actually ready to hire.
3. Admin tools that don’t take over your evenings
From quotes and invoices to scheduling and payments, admin adds up fast. Tradiy will include simple tools to help you manage it all in one place, without needing to work late.
4. Payment tracking that keeps your cash flow steady
Late payments can make running a business stressful. With built-in payment reminders and tracking, Tradiy helps you stay on top of what you’re owed without awkward follow-ups.
5. A better online presence without doing the marketing
Not every tradesperson has the time to worry about websites or ads. Tradiy makes it easy to build trust! Every completed job can trigger a review request, helping you stand out and attract more work over time.
What Is Tradiy and How Will It Work?
Tradiy is a platform I’m building to connect customers with proper, verified tradespeople across Scotland. It’s still in the works, but here’s what it’ll do:
For customers: Help you find someone local and reliable, fast.
For tradespeople: Help you get more jobs and sort your admin without it taking over your life.
That’s it. No big promises or buzzwords. Just a tool that makes things simpler for everyone.
Best App for Finding Local Tradespeople in Scotland (Coming Soon)
We’re starting with a soft launch in Ayrshire, with plans to expand across Scotland soon. Whether you need help with a repair or want to grow your trade business, Tradiy is being built to make things easier.
For Homeowners and Businesses
Verified local traders with real customer reviews
Emergency support when you need it most
No more searching across endless websites
For Tradespeople
Free to join
Connect with local customers who are ready to hire
Manage your jobs, payments, and bookings all in one place
This isn’t a big tech company guessing what traders need. It’s a tool being built by someone who’s worked in the trade and knows exactly what the pain points are.
Join the Tradiy Community Early
We’re not live yet, but we’re getting close.
👉 Register your interest at https://signup.tradiy.com/
Be one of the first to use Tradiy and help shape the future of the trades industry.
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