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Local SEO for Trade Businesses 2026
Google Business Profile optimization, citations, review velocity, and content strategies that keep your trade business in the local top 3.
Competitor Undercutting Your Prices by 30%: Your Response
Competitor is 30% cheaper? Use these scripts to hold your price, explain the difference without slagging them off, and still win the job.
Customer Review Management for Trade Businesses 2026
5-star business with 8 reviews loses to a 4.6-star business with 50 reviews. Quantity beats quality—here
Customer Not Home for Scheduled Appointment: Your Response
Customer not home for a booked slot? Follow this 15-minute protocol to document the no-show, apply your callout fee, and reschedule calmly.
Customer Says 'I'll Pay Next Week': Response Scripts
The exact words to use when customers delay payment. Firm but professional scripts that get invoices paid without damaging relationships.
How to Start an Electrical Business in 2026: Complete Guide
How to start an electrical business in 2026: registrations, pricing, first customers, and the simple systems to run jobs and get paid.
Should I Charge for Quotes? The Real Math
Should you charge for quotes? Use this numbers-first guide to stop tyre-kickers, cover travel time, and still win the right customers.
How to Scale from 1 Van to 3 Vans Without Going Broke
Revenue targets, team structures, and operational changes required to grow from solo trader to 3-van operation.
How to Get Paid Same Day: A Guide for UK Trades
Get paid same day as the job. Set deposits, send invoices instantly, and use card/bank transfer links so you stop waiting 30–60 days for cash.
Complete CIS Tax Guide for Subcontractors 2026
Everything you need to know about the Construction Industry Scheme: CIS deductions, gross payment status, UTR registration, monthly returns, and common mistakes to avoid.
Property Manager Partnership Playbook (2026)
Pitch decks, SLAs, and onboarding workflows that turn property managers into repeat trade customers, plus a fit score calculator.
Job Management Software for Trades in the UK (2025)
How to choose job management software for UK trades in 2025, including must-have features, pricing ranges, and a rollout checklist.