Faq's

For Homeowners

Is it free to use the Local Postcode Directory as a homeowner?

Yes! Searching for trades or businesses is completely free. You can request up to 3 quotes
per job and even contact us directly if you prefer to speak with someone.

Just enter your postcode and select the service you need. You’ll see a list and map
showing the nearest vetted local trades or businesses in your area.

Yes — we verify ID and proof of address for all premium tradespeople listed on the platform.

Absolutely. After your job is complete, you’re encouraged to leave a review to help others
make informed decisions and support local professionals.

Call our dedicated local number and we’ll do the searching for you.

For Trades & Businesses

How much does it cost to advertise?

• Trades & businesses: £7.50 per week (or £30/month)
• Trade Essentials (suppliers, skip hire, tool hire, etc.): £12.50 per week
• No contracts. Cancel anytime.

Yes!
• 6 months upfront: Save 10%
• 12 months upfront: Save 20%

Your own dedicated page includes:
• Your business logo
Photos of your work or premises
Customer reviews
Business description & services offered
Contact details and website link
• Map visibility based on postcode
• Access to our built-in messaging portal
• Inclusion in social media rotation posts and blog spotlights

Trade Essentials is for businesses that supply or support the trades — like building
merchants, skip hire, tool hire, scaffolding, insurance providers, and more. For £12.50/week,
you get:
• A featured listing on the homepage
• Full business profile with links and media
Weekly social media posts
• Blog spotlight opportunities

Listings are displayed based on the postcode entered by the homeowner — so the
nearest trades or businesses show up first. This creates a fair and transparent system for
everyone, not influenced by how much you spend on ads like with Google.

Simply click “Join Now” on the homepage, choose your package (free or premium), fill
in your business details, upload documents (if required), and go live once verified.

We’re here to help. You can contact us directly, and a member of our team will guide
you through the process — or even do it for you over the phone if needed.

Yes. There are no long-term contracts — you can cancel whenever you like.