Guides

How We Verify Builders on BuilderFinder

A detailed look at our verification process - identity, face and address verification, trade qualification checks, manual review by a real person, Companies House checks, and how we handle disputes.

28 Aug 2026

How to register on BuilderFinder

Creating an account takes a couple of minutes, whether you're a homeowner or a builder.

28 Aug 2026

How to post a job as a homeowner

Post your job for free, keep it private, and hear directly from matched builders.

28 Aug 2026

How to register as a builder and start getting leads

Set up your profile, pick your trades and areas, and start hearing about local jobs.

28 Aug 2026

Getting verified as a builder

What the Verified badge means, and how to get one on your profile.

28 Aug 2026

Builder vs. general contractor: what's the difference?

The terms get used interchangeably in the UK, but the right choice depends on how many trades your job needs.

28 Aug 2026

How to check if a builder is insured (and why it matters)

Public liability insurance protects you, not just them. Here's what to ask for and how to verify it.

28 Aug 2026

Questions to ask a builder before you hire them

A short list of practical questions that separate a good hire from a stressful one.

28 Aug 2026

How much deposit should you pay a builder?

A reasonable deposit protects the builder's costs. An unreasonable one is a warning sign.

28 Aug 2026

Do you need planning permission for an extension?

Many extensions fall under permitted development - but the limits are specific, and it's worth checking before you commit.

28 Aug 2026

How to spot a rogue trader before you hire them

The warning signs are usually visible before any money changes hands, if you know what to look for.

28 Aug 2026

How effective is online advertising for winning new customers?

A BuilderFinder profile brings in matched leads, but it works best as one channel among several - here's what actually moves the needle.

28 Aug 2026