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The Vertex Blog
Plain-English guides for UK tradespeople on getting found on Google, winning more work, and what a website should actually do for you.
How Much Should a Tradesperson Pay for a Website? (2026 UK Guide)
What a website really costs UK tradespeople in 2026 — DIY, cheap web guy, agency — and how to tell what's worth paying for.
Do Tradespeople Actually Need a Website in 2026?
Word of mouth is great — until it isn't. Here's why a website still matters for tradespeople, even when you're busy.
How to Get Your Trade Business to the Top of Google
A plain-English guide for tradespeople on getting found on Google — the Business Profile, reviews, and a site that ranks locally.
Checkatrade vs Your Own Website: Which Is Better for Tradespeople?
Lead sites like Checkatrade vs owning your own website and Google presence — the real trade-offs for UK tradespeople.
How to Get More Customers as a Tradesman (Without Paying for Leads)
Practical, no-nonsense ways for UK tradespeople to win more work in 2026 — from Google to reviews to a website that actually brings in jobs.
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