The local tradesman has been a pillar of our communities for centuries. Word of mouth used to be the way that we heard about reliable tradesman in our area, going off the trusted recommendations of friends or family - now we have the benefit of resources such as Trust Local, which advertises trusted and verified local tradesmen in the directory.
So there is still every reason to go local, but why should you look to hire a builder, plumber or electrician from your own locality, rather than choose a team from one of the big corporates to do the job?
Favourable rates
In choosing a big brand name, you are often paying for the privilege, rather than the quality of service itself. Local tradesmen have a track record of offering agreeable rates as they are eager to build up a loyal customer base in their area. Competition is also rife, meaning many local tradesmen are willing to lower their prices in order to put themselves at the front of the queue when it comes to customers.
Ease of access
Why call in a team from a depot 20 miles away, when you have an equally capable local tradesman on your doorstep? In many cases, the jobs that tradesmen take on require local knowledge in terms of the best suppliers and the quickest delivery routes. When you select a local tradesman, you buy into their expertise, and projects can be a lot simpler. The same goes for last minute or emergency work - the advantages of having a local tradesman nearby can speed the process up when you need it the most.
Community spirit
The local community spirit lives on in the UK as residents support local businesses, which in turn feeds the economy of their village, town or city. While big business will always be powerful, there is a movement to support local providers of products and services, which in many cases has wider benefits.
Someone you can trust
Don't forget that reputation is an important part of a local tradesman's ability to secure new customers. They are conscientious workers who are keen to build their profile from recommendations, displaying a level of care you might not find from larger companies.
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