Industry Guide

Tradesman Websites That Actually Work

Real examples of tradesman websites that bring in customers every day. See what works, what doesn't, and how to apply it to your business.

6 Features Every Successful Tradesman Website Has

These are the common elements we see on every tradesman website that brings in regular customers.

Click-to-Call Buttons
Big, obvious phone buttons that make it dead easy for customers to call you right now.

Example:

"Call Now: 0800 123 4567" buttons in the header, footer, and after every service description.

Trust Signals Everywhere
Certifications, insurance details, and guarantees that prove you're the safe choice.

Example:

"Fully Insured", "Gas Safe Registered", "10 Year Guarantee" badges prominently displayed.

Real Customer Reviews
Genuine testimonials with names and photos that build instant credibility.

Example:

"Mark fixed our boiler in 2 hours on Christmas Eve. Absolute lifesaver!" - Sarah T, Birmingham

Local Area Focus
Content that mentions your specific service areas and local landmarks.

Example:

"Emergency plumber serving Edgbaston, Moseley, and central Birmingham since 2015."

Emergency Availability
Clear messaging about 24/7 availability and emergency response times.

Example:

"24/7 Emergency Service - We Answer Within 30 Seconds, On-Site Within 60 Minutes."

Clear Service Pricing
Transparent pricing that builds trust and filters out time-wasters.

Example:

"No Call-Out Fee", "Fixed Price Quotes", "Price Match Guarantee" clearly stated.

Before & After: Real Examples

See how small changes made massive differences to these real tradesman websites.

Plumber

Case Study 1

❌ Before: Generic Plumbing Company

  • No phone number visible
  • Stock photos only
  • Vague service descriptions
  • No local mentions
  • No pricing info

✅ After: Birmingham Emergency Plumbers

  • 0121 XXX XXXX in header
  • Real team photos
  • Specific services listed
  • Birmingham areas covered
  • Transparent pricing

Result: 3x more phone calls within 6 weeks

Electrician

Case Study 2

❌ Before: ABC Electrical Services

  • Slow loading website
  • No trust signals
  • Hidden contact info
  • No emergency service
  • Generic testimonials

✅ After: NICEIC Approved Electricians

  • Fast loading site
  • Certifications displayed
  • Click-to-call buttons
  • 24/7 emergency service
  • Real customer reviews

Result: 5x increase in emergency callouts

5 Mistakes That Kill Tradesman Websites

Avoid these common pitfalls that turn potential customers away.

Hiding Your Phone Number

Why it's a problem:

Customers want to call, not fill out forms for urgent repairs.

How to fix it:

Put your phone number in the header, footer, and after every service description.

Using Stock Photos

Why it's a problem:

Customers want to see real people, not generic models with hard hats.

How to fix it:

Use photos of your actual team, van, and completed work.

Being Vague About Services

Why it's a problem:

"General plumbing" doesn't tell customers you can fix their specific problem.

How to fix it:

List specific services: "Boiler repairs", "Blocked drains", "Tap repairs".

No Local Information

Why it's a problem:

Customers want someone local who can get there fast.

How to fix it:

Mention specific areas you cover and local landmarks.

No Trust Signals

Why it's a problem:

Customers are letting strangers into their homes - they need reassurance.

How to fix it:

Display certifications, insurance details, and guarantees prominently.

Industry-Specific Website Examples

See examples of websites that work for different trades.

Plumber Websites
Emergency focus, boiler specialists, drainage experts
  • • 24/7 emergency callouts
  • • Gas Safe registration prominent
  • • Before/after photos of work
  • • Fixed price guarantees
Electrician Websites
Safety focus, certification display, emergency services
  • • NICEIC/NAPIT badges visible
  • • Safety guarantees prominent
  • • Emergency electrical services
  • • Installation galleries
Builder Websites
Project galleries, testimonials, local focus
  • • Extensive photo galleries
  • • Detailed project testimonials
  • • Local area coverage maps
  • • Insurance and guarantees

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