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A balanced, factual look at whether Checkatrade is worth it for UK tradespeople in 2026 — how it charges, who it suits, and what to weigh up before you commit.
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Going self-employed as a tradesperson: a UK starter guide
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Tradelynx team27 Jun 2026 · 8 min
Property logbooks for tradespeople: what they are and why they matter
What a property logbook is, why UK home-buying reform is pushing them, and what it means for tradespeople — your recorded work becoming part of a home's permanent record.
Tradelynx team27 Jun 2026 · 6 min
What the 2026 home-buying reforms mean for tradesmen
The UK's June 2026 home-buying and selling reforms push digital property logbooks and upfront information. Here's what that shift means for tradespeople — in plain English.
Tradelynx team27 Jun 2026 · 6 min
Digital job records for trades: why they're worth the habit
Why keeping digital records of your work pays off for UK tradespeople — warranties, repeat work, disputes, and the property logbooks home-buying reform is pushing — and how to do it without the admin.
Tradelynx team27 Jun 2026 · 5 min
See Tradelynx for yourself — a day in the life, no sign-up
You shouldn't have to register to find out whether a product is for you. So we rebuilt our demos to play out a real day — for homeowners, tradespeople and property teams — with Property DNA, Property Health and live data you can interact with. No account required.
Tradelynx Team13 Jun 2026 · 2 min read
The Trades Industry Doesn’t Have a Lead Problem. It Has a Trust Problem.
The trades industry doesn’t have a lead problem — it has a trust problem. Tradelynx is building the future of property operations by creating a connected record of maintenance, compliance and improvement history that stays with a property for life.
Tradelynx Team10 Jun 2026 · 2 min read
Free leads for traders.
Most platforms charge traders for introductions, whether the work happens or not. Tradelynx is now structured differently: lead acceptance is free, the platform is free, and we only earn when a job completes. This post walks through what changed, why, and what it means for the trade.
Tradelynx Team21 May 2026 · 4 min read
How much does a boiler service cost in 2026?
A straightforward breakdown of boiler service costs in the UK for 2026, what affects pricing, and how to avoid overpaying.
Tradelynx team28 Mar 2026 · 5 min
Do I need an EICR? Electrical safety certificates explained
What an EICR is, who needs one, how much it costs, and what happens if your property fails the inspection.
Tradelynx team25 Mar 2026 · 6 min
How to find a reliable plumber without wasting time
Practical advice on finding a trustworthy plumber in the UK — what to look for, what to avoid, and how to shortcut the process.
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