How VetMyBuilder works
Post a job and we do the heavy lifting - matching you with the right tradespeople, verifying their credentials, and surfacing quality recommendations from your community.
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Post your job
Describe what you need in plain English. We'll automatically break it down - which trades are involved, complexity level, and an estimated budget range - so you and your tradespeople are on the same page from day one.
- Project insights generated instantly from your description
- Estimated budget range based on scope, property, and location
- Matched tradespeople in your area are notified automatically
- Edit or close your job at any time
Gather recommendations
Share your invite link with friends, neighbours, or local groups. Every recommendation is cross-checked - Companies House verification, Google Reviews, and review quality analysis - so you see the real picture, not just a name.
- Recommenders share their own first-hand experience
- Every tradesperson checked against Companies House automatically
- Google ratings and review counts pulled in for extra confidence
- Review quality scored so generic one-liners don't outweigh detailed feedback
Shortlist & hire
We rank tradespeople by how well they match your specific job - trade type, location, reputation, and recommendation quality. Compare profiles side by side and hire the right person, not the loudest one.
- Smart matching scores every tradesperson against your project
- Full profiles: past jobs, ratings, Google reviews, verified status
- Real-time notifications when new recommendations arrive
- No commission taken - you deal directly with your tradesperson
Frequently asked questions
Is VetMyBuilder free to use?
Yes - completely free for homeowners. Always. We don't charge commission, we don't take a cut of any job. We make money through optional tools for tradespeople.
How does VetMyBuilder know which tradespeople to match me with?
When you post a job, we analyse your description to understand the trades involved, complexity, and location. We then match you with tradespeople whose skills and service areas fit your project, ranked by reputation and recommendation quality.
What if I don't know many people locally?
You can share your invite link in local Facebook groups, Nextdoor, or community WhatsApp chats. We also notify matching tradespeople in your area automatically - they can express interest and share their profile with you.
How is this different from review directories?
Most directories rely on reviews from strangers. VetMyBuilder collects recommendations from people you actually know - neighbours, friends, local community members. Every tradesperson is verified against Companies House and Google Reviews, and we score each recommendation for quality so detailed first-hand accounts carry more weight.
What does 'verified' mean on VetMyBuilder?
We automatically check every recommended tradesperson against the Companies House register and pull in their Google Reviews rating. You'll see their filing status, Google score, and review count right on their profile - no manual vetting needed.
How accurate is the budget estimate?
The estimated budget range is generated from your project description, property type, and location. It's a guide to help you plan - not a quote. Actual costs will depend on the tradesperson's site visit and final scope.
Can a tradesperson pay to appear higher in results?
No. Ranking is based on how well a tradesperson matches your project - trade type, location, recommendation quality, and verification status. We don't accept paid placements.