Best Vans for Tradespeople in the UK 2026
Your van is more than just a way to get from job to job. It’s your mobile workshop, your storage unit, and your first impression when you pull up on a customer’s driveway. Getting the right one makes a real…
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What to Do If a Customer Refuses to Pay
Most tradespeople will face this situation at some point. You’ve done the work, done it well, and the customer simply won’t pay. Whether it’s a dispute over quality, a customer who’s gone quiet, or someone who’s openly refusing, it’s one…
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How to Write a Contract for a Building Job
Most tradespeople never use a written contract. They agree a price, shake hands, and get on with the job. And most of the time that works fine – until it doesn’t. When a customer disputes the price, refuses to pay,…
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Best Income Protection Insurance for Tradespeople
As a self-employed tradesperson, you have no sick pay. No employer to cover your wages if you’re off work. No safety net if an injury or illness keeps you off the tools for weeks or months. For most tradespeople, their…
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Do I Need Employers Liability Insurance as a Tradesperson?
If you ever take on help – a labourer for a big job, a mate who helps out occasionally, an apprentice – employers liability insurance is something you need to know about. If you employ anyone in the UK, employers…
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Best Public Liability Insurance for Tradesmen UK (2026)
If you work in someone’s home, on a building site or at a market stall, public liability insurance is the cover that stops one accident turning into a bill you can’t pay. This guide compares the best public liability insurance…
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Best Business Bank Accounts for Sole Traders and Tradespeople UK (2026)
Still running your trade business through your personal bank account? You’re making your financial life harder than it needs to be – and tax time significantly worse. Here are the best business bank accounts for UK tradespeople in 2026, including…
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How to Manage Cash Flow as a Tradesperson
You can have a full diary, happy customers, and a profitable business on paper – and still struggle to pay your bills if the money isn’t coming in at the right time. The feast and famine cycle is one of…
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What Expenses Can a Tradesperson Claim on Tax?
Most UK tradespeople underclaim on tax every single year – leaving money on the table that’s legally theirs to keep. This guide covers every expense category you can claim, so you’re not paying a penny more than you need to.…
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How to Do a Self Assessment Tax Return as a Tradesperson
If you’re self-employed as a tradesperson in the UK, you need to complete a Self Assessment tax return every year. Getting it wrong or missing the deadline can result in automatic fines from HMRC. The good news: once you understand…