28/04/2026
I have news! I’m now a Trustmark registered tradesman!
Using a TrustMark tradesperson gives you a bit more protection and peace of mind compared to hiring someone at random—especially in a trade like decorating where quality can vary a lot.
Here’s what matters in practice:
1. They’ve been vetted properly
TrustMark isn’t just a directory. Tradespeople have to be approved by a recognised scheme operator and meet standards around:
* workmanship
* customer service
* trading practices
So you’re less likely to get someone cutting corners or disappearing mid-job.
2. There’s accountability if things go wrong.
If a job turns into a headache, you’ve got a route to complain through the scheme. That’s a big step up from hiring someone off social media where your only option might be chasing them.
3. Financial protection (in some cases)
For certain types of work, especially bigger jobs, there may be:
* guarantees
* insurance-backed warranties
Not every job has this automatically, but it’s far more likely than with an unregistered trader.
4. They’re meant to follow proper standards
That includes things like contracts, clear pricing, and doing work to industry guidelines—not just “that’ll do” jobs.
5. Consumer confidence (helps win better clients)
From your side—as someone in the trade—being TrustMark registered can:
* build trust quickly with customers
* justify higher pricing
* win bigger or more formal jobs (especially council or grant work)
