Find your people.
Search by trade, business name or area. Explore profiles, previous projects and available reviews to find someone who fits your job.
A clearer way to get started
A job to do.
A place to find your person.
You don’t need to know everyone in the trade. You need enough information to make a considered choice, and a straightforward way to take the next step.
Explore the marketplaceFrom first look to finished work
Three steps. Your choice throughout.
Start the conversation.
Create a client account and send a job request. Explain what you need, then agree on scope, timing and costs with the tradesperson.
Keep things moving.
Follow the status of your request in the app. Once the job is completed, share a review to help the next person choose.
Before you send a request
A little homework helps.
Check the fit.
Start with the trade you need and the area where the work will happen. Read the business profile and service area. A nearby business may still need to confirm that your job is within reach.
Look beyond the name.
Explore previous projects and available reviews. Look for work similar to yours, then use your shortlist to compare up to three businesses before deciding who to approach.
Make your brief useful.
Describe the problem or project, where it is, and any timing constraints. Clear details help the tradesperson understand what you need and decide whether they can help.
After the introduction
Agree the details.
Keep track of the job.
Your request goes to the tradesperson you choose. In the app, you can see whether it is pending, accepted, declined or completed.
When a request is accepted, your contact details are shared with that tradesperson so you can arrange the next steps. Discuss the work, timing, materials and costs directly before proceeding.
Good questions to ask
- What is included in the work, and what is excluded?
- Does the job need a site visit before pricing?
- Who supplies the materials and removes any waste?
- What are the expected timing and payment arrangements?
- Are any qualifications or certificates needed for this work?
After the job is completed, leave a review through TradeMatch. Your experience gives the next person more context.
Explore trades and project guidanceWhat is TradeMatch?
TradeMatch is a South African trade marketplace that helps people discover tradespeople, explore their previous work and manage job requests. It gives skilled businesses a place to show what they do, and clients a clearer way to start a project.
Can I look around before creating an account?
Yes. You can browse and search public tradesperson profiles before signing up. Create a client account when you are ready to send and manage a job request.
How do I choose a tradesperson?
Look at relevant previous work, service areas and available reviews. Discuss the scope, qualifications required for your particular job, timing and costs directly with the tradesperson before agreeing to work.
Does TradeMatch carry out or guarantee the work?
No. Tradespeople provide their services independently. TradeMatch helps you connect and manage requests, but does not guarantee workmanship, pricing, availability or job outcomes. Agree on the details directly with your chosen tradesperson.
Can I use TradeMatch on my phone?
Yes. The web app works in your phone's browser as well as on a computer. You can open the app from this website without installing anything.
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