Browse by trade
Select a trade to see full regional day rates, hourly rates, and a regional comparison.
Electrician
£225–£620/day
£345 national typical
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Plumber
£215–£570/day
£330 national typical
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Gas Engineer
£230–£590/day
£345 national typical
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Plasterer
£165–£490/day
£265 national typical
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Carpenter / Joiner
£180–£515/day
£280 national typical
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Painter & Decorator
£150–£440/day
£235 national typical
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Roofer
£185–£540/day
£290 national typical
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Bricklayer
£170–£490/day
£265 national typical
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Tiler
£165–£490/day
£260 national typical
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General Builder
£170–£500/day
£270 national typical
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Landscaper
£145–£430/day
£225 national typical
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Bathroom Fitter
£215–£580/day
£325 national typical
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Kitchen Fitter
£215–£590/day
£330 national typical
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HVAC Engineer
£245–£650/day
£370 national typical
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Scaffolder
£170–£485/day
£265 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.