Browse by trade
Select a trade to see full regional day rates, hourly rates, and a regional comparison.
Electrician
£220–£535/day
£325 national typical
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Plumber
£215–£520/day
£315 national typical
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Gas Engineer
£230–£570/day
£345 national typical
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Plasterer
£170–£415/day
£250 national typical
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Carpenter / Joiner
£195–£470/day
£285 national typical
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Painter & Decorator
£165–£395/day
£240 national typical
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Roofer
£190–£460/day
£280 national typical
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Bricklayer
£170–£415/day
£250 national typical
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Tiler
£165–£395/day
£240 national typical
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General Builder
£200–£485/day
£295 national typical
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Landscaper
£155–£380/day
£225 national typical
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Bathroom Fitter
£180–£440/day
£270 national typical
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Kitchen Fitter
£190–£460/day
£280 national typical
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HVAC Engineer
£230–£560/day
£340 national typical
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Scaffolder
£150–£365/day
£225 national typical
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Important: Rates are indicative benchmarks only. Always obtain at least three quotes before commissioning any work. All figures are for labour only, excluding materials, VAT, and call-out charges.
About these figures
Day rates are for self-employed tradespeople, labour only, based on an 8-hour day. They exclude materials, VAT (20%), and any call-out charges. Benchmarked against Checkatrade and UK industry surveys.
Why rates vary by region
Cost of living, demand, and competition drive regional differences. London and the South East run 30–45% above the national midpoint. The North East, Wales, and Northern Ireland sit 15–20% below.
How to use this data
Use these figures to sense-check quotes, not as a fixed price. A quote 20% above the typical isn't automatically unfair — experience, accreditations, and job complexity all affect pricing. Always get three quotes.