The AllSorted Journal

UK home services, explained.

Honest cost guides, side-by-side platform comparisons, and practical advice for hiring UK tradespeople — updated for 2026 by the AllSorted editorial team.

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Homeowner Guides6 min

How to Post a Tradesperson Job (And Get the Best Bids)

Step-by-step guide to posting a great tradesperson job on AllSorted in 2026 — what to include, photos to take, how to phrase scope, and the moves that triple your number of bids.

8 May 2026READ →
Homeowner Guides6 min

Emergency Plumber UK: How to Find One Fast (And What to Pay)

Need an emergency plumber in the UK? What counts as a real emergency, what to pay (and not pay), and how to find an available plumber in minutes — not hours.

8 May 2026READ →
For Tradespeople8 min

Why Lead-Buying Sites Are Killing UK Tradespeople (And the Alternative)

Per-lead fees have hit £15–£100+ per lead in 2026. Why lead-buying platforms hurt UK tradespeople, the unit economics, and what to use instead.

8 May 2026READ →
For Tradespeople8 min

How Much Should Tradespeople Charge in the UK? (2026 Pricing Guide)

Honest 2026 pricing benchmarks for UK tradespeople: what to charge per hour, per day, by trade and region — plus how to set rates that win work without underselling.

8 May 2026READ →
For Tradespeople9 min

How to Get More Jobs as a Tradesperson in the UK (2026 Playbook)

How UK tradespeople can win more local work in 2026: which platforms actually deliver, how to price competitively, and proven ways to grow without buying dud leads.

8 May 2026READ →
Homeowner Guides7 min

How to Get and Compare Tradesperson Quotes (UK 2026)

Stop comparing apples to oranges. The UK 2026 guide to getting like-for-like tradesperson quotes — what to ask, what to demand in writing, and how to spot hidden costs.

8 May 2026READ →
Homeowner Guides7 min

10 Red Flags to Watch For When Hiring a Tradesperson in the UK

Spot a cowboy before you pay them: 10 red flags every UK homeowner should know in 2026, plus what to do when you see one.

8 May 2026READ →
Homeowner Guides9 min

How to Find a Trusted Tradesperson in the UK (Without Getting Ripped Off)

The 2026 step-by-step guide to finding a trustworthy UK tradesperson — credentials to check, where to look, what to ask, and how to spot a cowboy before you pay.

8 May 2026READ →
Comparisons9 min

Best Checkatrade Alternatives in the UK (2026 Comparison)

The 7 best Checkatrade alternatives for UK homeowners in 2026 — including AllSorted, MyBuilder, Bark, Rated People and more. Pricing, vetting, pros and cons.

8 May 2026READ →
Comparisons7 min

AllSorted vs Bark: Honest Comparison for UK Homeowners (2026)

AllSorted vs Bark in 2026: how both platforms work, what tradespeople pay, response times, vetting differences and which gets UK homeowners better quotes.

8 May 2026READ →
Comparisons7 min

AllSorted vs MyBuilder: Real-Time Bidding vs Quote Requests

AllSorted vs MyBuilder in 2026: pricing, vetting, response times, lead fees and which gets UK homeowners the best deal on tradespeople.

8 May 2026READ →
Comparisons8 min

AllSorted vs Checkatrade: Which Is Better for UK Homeowners?

AllSorted vs Checkatrade compared in 2026: how each works, what tradespeople pay, lead fees, verification, reviews and which gets you better quotes faster.

8 May 2026READ →
Cost Guides9 min

Boiler Replacement Cost UK 2026: Combi, System & Heat Pumps

What a new boiler really costs in the UK in 2026: combi swaps, system & regular boiler replacements, and how heat pumps compare. With realistic install times.

8 May 2026READ →
Cost Guides7 min

How Much Does a Cleaner Cost in the UK? (2026 Rates)

UK cleaner prices in 2026: hourly rates by region, weekly vs one-off cleans, deep cleans, end-of-tenancy and Airbnb cleaning. What's fair to pay.

7 May 2026READ →
Cost Guides10 min

Bathroom Renovation Cost UK: 2026 Price Breakdown

What does a bathroom renovation actually cost in the UK in 2026? Full breakdown — labour, fixtures, tiling, plumbing, electrics — for small, mid-range and luxury builds.

7 May 2026READ →
Cost Guides8 min

Electrician Rates UK 2026: How Much Should You Pay?

Honest 2026 UK electrician prices: hourly rates by region, fixed prices for sockets, fuse boards, EICRs and rewires, plus call-out and emergency fees.

7 May 2026READ →
Cost Guides9 min

How Much Does a Plumber Cost in the UK? (2026 Price Guide)

UK plumber prices in 2026: hourly rates by region, common job costs (boilers, leaks, taps), call-out fees and emergency charges. Updated for 2026.

7 May 2026READ →
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