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Deciding between self-employed and regular work as a tradesman? This guide weighs the pros and cons. It also covers the insurance you'll need.

Starting a carpentry business in the UK requires careful planning, an understanding of the industry, and compliance with legal and safety standards.

Many plumbers charge by the hour. Some charge by the job or provide a day rate. However, they may use an hourly rate when estimating the price of a job.

Trade Direct Insurance is delighted to win Feefo’s exclusive accolade in customer service – the Feefo 10 Year of Excellence Award.

If you are looking at getting into a trade, working as a tiler can be a good option. Always in demand, the work of a tiler is varied and practical, as well as being reasonably well paid. So how do you get started in the business?

The UK construction industry is facing a critical workforce shortage. Many factors, including economic and social outliers, have caused growing concern across the industry with projected figures of workers needed increasing each year in order to meet future demand.

If you’re working as a tiler, you’ll want to know the market rate in order to offer competitive quotes. If you’re thinking of hiring a tiler, you’ll want to know how much it’s going to cost you.

A plumber will typically work in a bathroom, kitchen, or wet room: spaces which often have tiled walls or floors.

Whether you’re thinking of working in construction or employing someone to work on a project, it’s worth understanding the differences between a carpenter and a joiner. While some similarities exist, they are separate occupations.

If you are a builder, it is important that you consider which builders insurance, whether you are a self-employed sole trader or under contract as a freelancer.