How to check tradesperson
reviews before you hire
From Checkatrade and Trustatrader to Rated People and Google Reviews — here's how to find genuine, verified reviews for UK tradespeople, and how Bizzy Day puts them all in one place.
Find a Tradesperson — FreeWhy tradesperson reviews matter
Hiring a tradesperson is a significant decision. Whether it's a new boiler installation, an electrical rewire, a loft conversion, or a bathroom refit — you're inviting someone into your home and often spending thousands of pounds. Reviews from previous customers are one of the most reliable signals that a tradesperson delivers on their promises.
But not all reviews are equal. A handful of five-star ratings on an unverified platform tells you far less than a consistent track record of detailed, verified reviews across multiple sites. Knowing where to look — and what to look for — makes a significant difference to the quality of the tradesperson you end up hiring.
Bizzy Day is built around this idea. Every tradesperson profile can link directly to their Checkatrade and Trustatrader pages, so you can check verified reviews without searching across multiple sites. And because you can also see their live availability calendar, you'll know they're actually free before you even call.
UK tradesperson review platforms explained
What each platform checks — and how much weight to give it.
The UK's largest dedicated tradesperson review platform. Members are vetted before listing — with background checks, insurance verification, and qualification checks. Reviews are contacted directly to confirm authenticity.
- Background checks required
- Insurance and qualifications verified
- Reviews authenticated by Checkatrade
- Trading Standards partner
A well-established UK review platform trading since 2004. Members go through a vetting process before listing and reviews are verified by the Trustatrader team. Endorsed by Trading Standards.
- Vetting process required
- Trading Standards approved
- Verified customer reviews
- Dispute resolution available
A popular UK platform where homeowners post jobs and tradespeople apply to quote. Reviews are left by verified customers after job completion, providing a useful track record of real, completed work across all common trades.
- Job-specific reviews from real customers
- Reviews tied to completed work
- Wide range of trades covered
- Large active UK homeowner community
Google Reviews appear directly in Maps and Search results, making them highly visible. Widely used and easy for customers to leave, with a large volume of reviews across most UK trades.
- Highly visible in search results
- Large volume of reviews
- Easy for customers to leave
- Includes photos and star ratings
One profile. Multiple review sources. Real availability.
Every tradesperson on Bizzy Day can link their Checkatrade, Trustatrader, and Rated People profiles to their listing. When you find someone available in your area, their verified reviews are a single click away — no extra searching required.
On top of that, you can see their live availability calendar before you pick up the phone — so you're only contacting tradespeople who are genuinely free on your dates.
- Direct link to Checkatrade verified reviews
- Direct link to Trustatrader verified reviews
- Direct link to Rated People reviews
- Live availability calendar — AM/PM precision
- Phone and email — contact directly, no middleman
- Free to search, no account needed
The old way
- 1Search Google for a tradesperson near you
- 2Find a name, search Checkatrade separately
- 3Search Trustatrader separately
- 4Call to check availability — they're booked
- 5Start again with the next result
With Bizzy Day
- 1Search by trade type, postcode, and dates
- 2See who is actually available on your dates
- 3Open their profile — Checkatrade, Trustatrader & Rated People links right there
- 4Call or email them directly
What to look for in tradesperson reviews
Six things that separate a genuine review record from an inflated one.
Check multiple platforms
A tradesperson with consistent reviews on both Checkatrade and Trustatrader is a far stronger signal than reviews on a single platform. Consistency across sources matters most.
Look at how they handle negative reviews
Even great tradespeople occasionally get a critical review. How they respond — professionally and constructively, or defensively — tells you a great deal about who you're dealing with.
Find reviews for similar work
If you need a boiler installed, look for reviews specifically mentioning boiler work. Specificity is a sign of authenticity, and relevant experience is what actually matters to you.
Prioritise recent reviews
Reviews from the last 12 months are more relevant than older ones. A tradesperson's quality, reliability, and availability can change significantly over time.
Value detail over star rating
A five-star review that says "great work" tells you less than a four-star review that explains what was done, how long it took, and how tidy the tradesperson was. Look for specifics.
Consider volume alongside score
Two reviews averaging 5.0 stars is a much weaker signal than 60 reviews averaging 4.7. Volume gives context — a pattern of consistent quality is more reliable than a handful of perfect scores.
Find reviewed tradespeople across all UK trades
Bizzy Day lists tradespeople across all common UK trades. Search by trade type, postcode, and your required dates to find someone available and reviewed.
Frequently asked questions about tradesperson reviews
Find a reviewed tradesperson near you
Search by trade type, postcode, and date. See who's available. Check their verified Checkatrade, Trustatrader, and Rated People reviews. All in one place — always free.
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