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17/02/2014
One lump or two in builder’s favourite brew
It is possible to be even more precise: the tradesman on the Clapham Omnibus likes a bag of PG Tips with one or two sugars, according to a poll for RatedPeople.com, the recommendation website. Read more
16/02/2014
February
Toby Buckland offers advice on how to sow seeds. Read more
11/02/2014
RatedPeople to list on stock market
The group said that it ad closed a pre-float investment round raising £6.5 million before moving to the junior Aim market later this year. Read more
11/02/2014
RatedPeople tradesmen website to list on stock market
Online firm RatedPeople.com which helps put homeowners in touch with recommended local tradesmen has laid the foundations for a stock market float. Read more
11/02/2014
Since 2011, when Frog first invested, the business has doubled its revenues and cemented its position as leader in the UK market. Read more
10/02/2013
RatedPeople tradesmen website to list on stock market
Chief executive Chris Havemann said the money would help fund an advertising campaign starring property TV star Phil Spencer to help it take a greater share of the £40 billion UK home improvement market. Read more
10/02/2014
RatedPeople.com raises GBP 6.5 million in pre-IPO investment round
RatedPeople.com said Monday that it had raised GBP 6.5 million in a pre-initial public offering, ahead of plans to float on AIM later this year. Read more
11/02/2014
RatedPeople.com announces closure of £6.5 million pre-IPO round
The Pre-IPO round comprises of £5.5 of new equity investment co-led by RatedPeople.com’s existing investor Frog Capital (“Frog”); along with £1m of venture debt from Silicon Valley-based Western Technology Investment (“WTI”). Read more
10/02/2014
Rated People joins flurry of tech companies planning Aim float
Rated People, the online trade recommendation service, yesterday became the latest technology firm to unveil its plants to float on Aim. Read more
9/2/2014
Float beckons for trading site RatedPeople.com
RatedPeople.com, the website that matches homeowners with local tradesmen, will join the stream of companies debuting on London’s junior Aim market this year. Read more
25/01/2014
January
Toby Buckland plants a cheerful winter pot. Read more
27/01/2014
Smart shopper
Finding a good tradesperson can be a nightmare. But Ratedpeople.com may well be the answer. Log on and give a description of the job you want doing and then wait for a rated plumber, electrician or odd-job man to get in touch. Read more
17/01/2014
Britain’s five favourite ways to add value
According to Ratedpeople.com, projects include dormers and skylights have increased by 12 per cent over the past year. Read more
17/01/2014
Team player
Chris Havemann MBA1999 is the new Chair of the International Alumni Council of London Business School and CEO of Rated People, the UK’s leading online marketplace for tradesmen. Read more
7/01/2014
My space
Abigail is a RatedPeople.com ambassador. Read more
3/01/2013
Five things I can’t live without: Fiona Fullerton
Fiona Fullerton is an ambassador for tradesmen search site ratedpeople.com. Read more
1/01/2014
Go graphic in your bathroom
Find a specialist tradesman in your area through ratedpeople.com. Read more
12/12/2013
Rated People
This apps helps you find qualified tradespeople in your area, and avoid being ripped off by cowboys. Read more
22/11/2013
More work… on tighter budgets
RatedPeople.com’s Tariq Dag Khan says: ‘Homeowners are still struggling to make their money go further so budgets are being cut across the many different trades we offer.’ Read more
15/11/2013
Bathing
Martin Heady of MGH Building Solutions (a member of tradesman website RatedPeople.com) on how to look after your hot tub in winter. Read more
11/11/2013
Chim-Chim Kerching! The return of the chimney sweep
Both sweeps are members of online tradesmen RatedPeople.com, which has reported a 34pc increase in fireplace-related projects this year. Read more
05/11/2013
Winterproof your home
At ratedpeople.com […] you can read reviews and ratings from previous clients in your area. This could save you time and trouble. Read more
28/10/2013
Can she fix it?
Ratedpeople.com, another tradesman site, says the number of women signing up to be listed doubled between June 2011 and June 2013 […]. Read more
6/10/2013
We can’t get the staff
Some of the biggest spikes in demand have been for large-scale projects. RatedPeople.com, a tradesman review site, has seen a huge increase in building projects this year, particularly for loft conversions – the number of such jobs posted on the site is up by 174% compared with 2012. Read more
23/09/2013
Fiona Fullerton, 56, is a property guru, journalist, author, ex-actress and Bond girl. […] Fiona is also an ambassador for RatedPeople.com a website for tradesmen reviews and recommendations. Read more
05/09/2013
Find-a-builder websites
The websites mybuilder.com and ratedpeople.com are both useful starting points, but once again can’t guarantee that all the listed builders are reliable. Read more
05/09/2013
Chose your kitchen style
An experienced carpenter found through RatedPeople.com can custom-make concertina doors. Read more
05/09/2013
Essential elements
Tradespeople: Rated People ratedpeople.com. Read more
01/09/2013
Hall
To find a reputable local carpenter visit ratedpeople.com. Read more
25/08/2013
Average loft conversion costs
You have the option to the visit a company that deals specifically with loft conversions, or you can also go through individual contractors to find a competitive rate. However, remember that loft conversion costs shouldn’t be compromised on – to find the most competent builders to work on your project, use sites such as Ratedpeople.com. Read more
25/08/2013
Pay the price if you wait to fix a leak
Homeowners are waiting an average of six months to fix a leak in their homes with many waiting over a year, research by RatedPeople.com has found. Read more
27/08/2013
Project managing
Managing a budget, big or small, follows the same rules. If there’s structural work get at least three quotes from builders. Use RatedPeople.com. Read more
25/08/2013
Brush off DIY disasters
If you don’t feel qualified enough to carry out certain jobs around the home, don’t be afraid of calling in the professionals. […] useful services include CheckATrade.com, RatedPeople.com. Read more
12/08/2013
Who to trust?
At RatedPeople.co.uk [sic] you can post the work you need to be done and three traders should contact you with a quote for the job. If they have secured previous work through the site, you can read customer reviews. Read more
22/08/2013
Living room / Modern retro living rooms
For a recommended local tradesman to make a built-in shelving unit, search on Rated People. Read more
11/08/2013
5 tips to finding a good tradesman
Tradesman websites: MyBuilder.com and RatedPeople.com are two market-leading websites that offer a database of recommended tradesmen. Read more
05/08/2013
Leaky taps wasting 1.6bn litres of water
The online tradesmen recommendation service also found that seven in every 100 properties will end up suffering from flooding as a result of an untreated leak. Read more
05/08/2013
Leaky taps wasting 1.6bn litres of water
Chief Marketing Officer at RatedPeople.com Tariq Dag Khan said: “We tend to view leaky taps as an irritation; however, something that starts small can quickly escalate to a very serious and damaging problem for your property.” Read more
05/08/2013
Are we still a nation of DIY lovers?
Leaky taps are wasting 1.6 billion litres of water every year, new research has discovered. Carried out by RatedPeople.com it found that 40% of homeowners claimed their property suffered extensive damage before they realised the severity of problems caused by a seemingly minor leak. Read more
02/08/13
Our favourite things…
Abigail Ahern: Interior designer and ambassador for tradesman recommendation service RatedPeople.com. I’m obsessed with supersized convex mirrors. They’re my favourite piece in homes and I use them everywhere. Mirrors are one of the most important components in the decorating book. Read more
30/07/2013
My countryside… Phil Spencer
Growing up on a farm, eating with the seasons and having a passion for fly fishing have all given the TV presenter a deep respect for the British countryside. Phil Spencer is an ambassador for ratedpeople.com, which helps to connect homeowners with their best local tradesmen. Read more
08/07/2013
The house of (burnt) orange
Buck the usual summer trend for light colours and bathe your interior in this bolder, versatile hue this year […] Ahern is an ambassador for the tradesperson recommendation service www.ratedpeople.com Read more
05/07/2013
How can you boost the value of your home?
Recent findings from RatedPeople.com, a tradesmen recommendation service, found that despite the recession, two thirds of people are undertaking renovations, with top cosmetic treatments including laying new floor or carpets, updating wallpaper or paintwork, re-plastering walls and ceilings, repainting the front door, and installing energy-saving measures. Read more
05/07/2013
The latest home security updates
‘It’s important to consider the types of security you want,’ says Simon Minor of Go-Green Electrical Brighton, a member of RatedPeople.com. Read more
05/07/2013
Make a statement with a new worktop and splashback
Expert tip: Glass worktops are becoming increasingly popular for a modern kitchen look. Gavin Dyda from B&Z, a member of RatedPeople.com. Read more
02/07/2013
Home ideas
For a truely bespoke service, a carpenter or joiner will be able to create furniture to fit your brief. You can find a local carpenter at RatedPeople.com. Read more
21/06/2013
Ten smartphone apps to help you save money on your household bills
Best for finding a decent plumber: Rated people. Finding a good builder, plumber or electrician is like finding the holy grail and once you find someone you trust it can save hassle and money. The app will help you find qualified and highly rated tradespeople in your area, while you are on the go. Read more
20/06/2013
Neighbours take Dorset man to court over car collection “eyesore”
Britain is a nation of hoarders with over half describing their homes as “cluttered”, according to a survey by RatedPeople.com, but a Dorset man who has a collection of 30 old cars in his back garden discovered it’s a habit that can cost a day in court and a £2,000 bill. Read more
19/06/2013
You never know, it might come in useful one day
A poll of 1,000 homeowners by RatedPeople.com found that paperwork such as old bank statements and receipts are the most common form of clutter, cited by almost half of respondents. Read more
19/06/2013
Old birthday cards, useless gadgets – Britons can’t part with their junk
Tariq Dag Khan from RatedPeople.com added: “De-cluttering your home could also provide inspiration for other home improvement projects; you’ll be amazed at the possibilities of what you can do with the extra space in your home, once you’re able to see it.” Read more
12/06/2013
Name firms that mistreat consumers says Citizens Advice
Chris Havemann, chief executive of trader website RatedPeople.com, said that the proposals did not do enough to protect the small businesses that could be in dispute with their customers. Read more
12/06/2013
Beat rogue builders or plumbers. Turn snooper with your smartphone…
The proposals have gone down like a lead balloon with the industry, although Chris Havemann, chief executive of trades people’s website RatedPeople.com, said: “If recording conversations will give both parties greater peace of mind, and help to reduce this figure, then tradesmen should welcome the implementation of the bill.” Read more
12/06/2013
Name firms that mistreat consumers says Citizens Advice
Chris Havemann, chief executive of trader website RatedPeople.com said […] “The trade industry at present require a great deal of trust for both the tradesman and the consumer, and it is just as likely that a tradesman will be left in difficult circumstances due to delayed payments or customers changing their mind about agreed activitiy as it is for consumers to be faced by poorly completed projects […].” Read more
02/06/2013
A screw loose
How much does it cost for someone else to change a lightbulb? £932,400 a month, according to the website RatedPeople.com, which says its tradesmen attend nonemergency callouts costing £140m a year. Read more
30/05/2013
How to choose a splashback
If you’re buying a splashback to makeover your kitchen, then choose a tile fitter or specialist splashback supplier by following up recommendations or searching online and visiting sites such as ratedpeople.com […]. Read more
30/05/2013
What’s new in home security?
‘It’s important to consider the type of security you want,’ says Simon Minor of Go-Green Electrical Brighton, a member of RatedPeople.com. Read more
30/05/2013
Buyer’s Guide: Flooring
Vinyl flooring is generally a tough, hygienic and wipe-clean solution, which makes it suitable for kitchens and bathrooms. ‘Vinyl flooring is versatile’ says Chris Lloyd of Clic It (a member of ratedpeople.com). Read more
24/05/2013
Top 10 DIY jobs homeowners can do themselves
RatedPeople.com has found that at least once a month 37 per cent of tradesmen find themselves called out for far more unusual “emergencies” including releasing people hand-cuffed to pipes and bedposts or helping to change a light bulb. Read more
17/05/2013
DIY tips every woman should know
Tradesmen comparison website RatedPeople.com have calculated that we waste up to £140 million each year on needless tradesmen jobs. Read more
08/05/2013
Money down the drain: Brits waste £140m a year on home ’emergencies’
In a survey of 1,100 registered tradesmen by comparison site RatedPeople.com, 37% find themselves being called out for unusual emergencies. Read more
05/05/2013
What ever happened to… Bond girl Fiona Fullerton
Fiona is an ambassador for Rated People. To find a reliable tradesman in your area, visit RatedPeople.com or download the Ratedpeople.com app. Read more
03/05/2013
Choose your garden style
Dermarta, a member of ratedpeople.com, could build a structure like this from £3,870. Read more
01/05/2013
Sent round the U-bend
Nearly 10% of tradesmen have emptied drains to find watches and rings […] A tradesman said: “I got a call out from two children who needed their house redecorated. They had a party and needed to cover their tracks”. Read more
16/04/2013
Small businesses rocked by £174m loss from March’s freeze
Of course, there are always some businesses which benefit from times like these. A RatedPeople.com survey found that there was a 160% increase in calls for boiler repairs. Read more
15/04/2013A RatedPeople.com survey found that there was a 160% increase in calls for boiler repairs. But the same survey did highlight a 30% fall in the umber of gardening jobs posted. Read more
12/04/2013
How to renovate with less stress
Pick the right tradesman: Ask friends and family or check rating sites such as RatedPeople.com […] Rebbecca Rowlands, of Oakfield Home Improvements, says you should ask to see examples of previous work and references. Read more
11/04/2013
130,000 Brits Moonlighting to Pay Bills and Clear Debts
Sites where you can post an ad offering your freelance services include Gumtree, Rated People, or you could use Twitter and Facebook to showcase your skill or service. Read more
10/04/2013
Households in debt to energy suppliers rise sharply
RatedPeople.com said it has seen a 160% increase in boiler repairs in the first two weeks of March, compared with the same period last year. Read more
05/04/2013
Fiona Fullerton
Fiona has written books on property and is an ambassador for RatedPeople.com. Read more
04/04/2013
Update your home for under £50
[…] employ the services of a local carpenter. For suitable tradesmen check out ratedpeople.com. Read more
04/04/2013
iZettle Teams Up with RatedPeople.com
RatedPeople.com, the UK’s largest online trade recommendation service, has announced that it is to collaborate with mobile payments provider iZettle. Read more
03/04/2013
How to build extra value into your property
First impressions count when marketing your property, says Dermot Steedman at builder Dermarta. “Give your property ‘kerb appeal’ by painting or replacing your front door, gate or fence. A tiled garden path with subtle lighting will definitely add value.” Read more
03/04/2013
How to build extra value into property
You could also post details of your project on websites Mybuilder.com and Ratedpeople.com and ask builders to offer quotes for the job. Read more
27/03/2013
iZettle, RatedPeople.com start m-payment tial
The partners are rolling out a trial to enable users to accept credit card payments on the go via their smartphones or tablet devices. Read more
27/03/2013
iZettle teams up with RatedPeople.com for m-payment service
The two companies are set to roll out a trial to enable users to accept card payments on the go via their smartphone or tablet devices. Read more
26/03/2012
UK merchant rating site partners with iZettle
RatedPeople.com will be rolling out a trial that will offer iZettle’s mPOS service to these tradespeople so they can accept credit and debit cards from customers. Read more
26/03/2013
iZettle, RatedPeople.com give U.K. tradesmen mobile payment option
RatedPeople.com, the UK’s largest online trade recommendation service, today announces its collaboration with mobile payments provider iZettle. Read more
26/03/2013
iZettle strikes deal with UK trade recommendation service RatedPeople.com
Rolling out a trial with the Swedish payments firm to enable users to securely accept card payments on the go via their smartphone or tablet device. Read more
26/03/2013
RatedPeople.com […] joining forces with the Swedish payments firm iZettle to help them [tradesmen] take card payments via a dongle plugged into a smart phone or tablet. Read more
26/03/2013
iZettle UK joins forces with RatedPeople.com
RatedPeople.com, the UK’s largest online trade recommendation service, announced its collaboration with mobile payments provider iZettle. Read More
26/03/2013
Mobile Payments Platform iZettle team up with RatedPeople.com to Empower 30,000 Tradesmen
UK mobile payments platform iZettle has teamed up with RatedPeople.com to provide tradesmen with the means to accept payments on the go. Read more
25/03/2013
iZettle UK joins forces with RatedPeople.com
RatedPeople.com, which has 30,000 registered tradesmen on its books, including plumbers, electricians, bricklayers and carpenters, is rolling out a trial. Read more
21/03/2013
Students don’t know about Apprenticeship options, study finds
RatedPeople.com has launched its own initiative — RatedApprenticeships.com — to connect young people who are looking to learn a trade with skilled tradesmen. Read more
20/03/2013
Budget announcement: apprenticeships
GB Plumbing and Heating’s apprentice Chris Alavi speaks about his experience learning a trade and finding work post-apprenticeship. Listen here
13/03/2013
How to deal with life’s slipperiest characters
You don’t even have to waste time calling around, thanks to the new, free Find a Tradesman app from Rated People. Read More
12/03/2013
Apprenticeships ‘just cheap labour’
Almost half of young people believe apprenticeships are “just a source of cheap labour”, with just a fifth thinking they will lead to careers, a RatedPeople.com survey found. Read More
11/03/2013
Preconceived ideas mean Britain’s youth are not considering apprenticeships
The campaign generated coverage across 104 major, regional and local radio stations across the UK, including BBC Radio Merseyside. Listen this interview with Gareth Butcher, the owner of GB Plumbing & Heating, and his apprentice Chris Alavi talking about apprenticeships and RatedApprenticeships.com. Listen here
11/03/2013
Young people are in the dark about apprenticeships
The RatedPeople.com Apprenticeships Attitude Report reveals UK youth are unaware of Apprenticeships scheme.
11/03/2013
David Cameron wants apprenticeships to become ‘the new norm’
RatedPeople chief executive Chris Havemann said: “The UK economy is built on the backbone of skilled workmen. However, the challenge we face is attracting young people into these professions when so much emphasis is placed on university education and academia.” Read More
11/03/2013
Young people in the dark about apprenticeships
To raise awareness of the prospects of a career in a trade as a viable avenue of employment and to tackle Britain’s growing shortage of skilled tradesmen, the trade recommendation service RatedPeople.com has today launched its own apprenticeship initiative, RatedApprenticeships.com. Read more
07/03/2013
Uni blow as bosses back apprentices
Meanwhile, in a second poll for RatedPeople.com, 45% of youngsters see Government apprenticeship schemes as sources of “cheap labour”. Read More
02/03/2013
Choosing a plasterer
Tristan Rees (a recommended plasterer on www.ratedpeople.com) suggests, a plasterer should charge on average £150 per day and anything from £50-£100 per labourer. Read More
01/03/2013
Women of influence: Fiona Fullerton
One reason I gave up acting was that I felt underestimated as a person. I moved into the property business and I’m involved with ratedpeople.com, a trade recommendation website. Read More
28/02/2013
Launch space mission to better your home
Bigger rooms topped the list of the most important criteria when shopping for a new home, according to a survey of 2,000 homeowners by ratedpeople.com, a website putting consumers in touch with trusted tradespeople. Read More
21/02/2013
Let in the light
“Borrowed light” windows are an old favourite to get natural light into hallways and landings. Just place a window above a doorway. Dermot Steedman, ratedpeople.com. Read More
03/02/2013
Find a tradesman
Find a Tradesman is based on the RatedPeople website, which has a database of more than 30,000 tradespeople in the UK […] with homeowners posting jobs they need doing and rating the quality of the work. Read More
31/01/2013
Key surfaces
For more advice, visit ratedpeople.com.
31/01/2013
Ideas to steal
Dermarta, a member of ratedpeople.com, estimates it would cost £750 to fit similar cladding, including the painted finish, on a standard living-room wall. Read More
22/01/2013
How to avoid rogue tradesmen and cowboy builders
Websites like […] Ratedpeople.com require paid-for-listings and you will be able to check customer testimonials. Read More
16/01/2013
Ground work
Ratedpeople.com allows customers to post their jobs and the website will find you three of its members closest to you, to give quotes; you can check their ratings from previous work and pick the one you like the best. Read More
11/01/2013
Knocking your home into shape
Dermot Steedman, a London builder,says that removing the wall between two reception rooms in a typical three-bedroom terraced Victorian property would cost at least £2,000 […] Read More
11/01/2013
Knocking through – it’s back in fashion
Find a reputable builder, either via a friend’s recommendation or a ratings site such as ratedpeople.com. Read More
09/01/2013
Connecting over 30,000 local tradesmen with homeowners
RatedPeople.com is a trade recommendation service that connects over 30,000 quality, local tradesmen with homeowners nationwide. Read More
02/01/2013
The younger generation really ARE ruder as study shows they are less likely to tip the postman or say hello to strangers
Liam Hamblin, of Scadbury Building Services, said “As a self-employed builder I often don’t find the time to stop for breakfast or lunch, tea is what gets me through the day.’ Read More
02/01/2013
The young generation who won’t say hello to neighbours
Tipping is another courtesy that seems to have been lost between generations […] according to the Toluna survey of 1,000 adults for RatedPeople.com. Read More
02/01/2013
The young are ruder than ever
While 83 per cent of the over-55s surveyed said they would always give builders working in their homes a cup of tea, only half of the younger generation would do the same according to the Toluna survey of 1,000 for RatedPeople.com. Read More
01/01/2013
Ideas to steal
Adam Walker, a member of RatedPeople.com, estimates a pair of bi-fold hardwood doors would cost from £1,000 to build and £150 to fit. Read More
21/12/2012
40 best Android apps this week
Rated People has already launched an Android app to help people “Find a Tradesman” for work around the home. This app deals with the other side of that equation: tradesmen looking for work. Read More
11/12/2012
Property Matters
RatedPeople.com, the online tradesman recommendation service has just launched a ‘find a tradesman’ app, available on both iPhone and Android platforms. Read More
30/11/2012
Tracey Waples: Property Editor
Some 58 per cent of the respondents in RatedPeople.com’s recent questionnaire took over six months to finish off a NERD and 16 per cent of them have lived with one for over three years! Read More
26/11/2012
RatedPeople.com launches “Find a tradesman” app
Available for both Android and iPhone, RatedPeople.com’s ‘Find a Tradesman’ app enables users to easily locate job-specific tradesmen instantly through their mobile phones. Read More
15/11/20102
Best free apps
This app takes the hassle out of finding a reliable, affordable tradesman. Read More
12/11/2012
Trades app
Tradesman recommendation service RatedPeople.com has announced its new tradesman comparison app. Read More
12/11/2012
Find a tradesman
Just as our boilers crank back into action, the popular RatedPeople.com site launches this handy app. Read More
04/11/2012
App watch: Rated People
Looking for a builder, plumber or electrician who won’t overcharge, do a sloppy job, drink all your tea or (worst of all) make you feel like an idiot for not knowing a ballcock from a bleed valve? Read More
04/11/2012
App watch: Rated People
This app lets you search for the best tradesman near you with reviews from other customers. Infinitely preferable to DIY. Read More
02/11/2012
30 best Android apps this week
This is definitely one of the most useful apps in this week’s line up: released by the Rated People website. Read More
30/10/2012
The RatedPeople.com app connects homeowners with quality, local tradesmen on the go
Rated People has today announced its new tradesman comparison app. Available on both Android and iPhone platforms. Read More
15/10/2012
Does B&Q’s Hampshire redundancies mean our love affair with DIY is over?
The RatedPeople.com poll of more than 3,200 families highlighted just how many of us embark on DIY that either goes wrong, falls apart or is never completed. Read More
01/11/2012
Rated People
Rated People brings trades to you, so you don’t have to spend time searching for them. Read More
28/09/2012
Official: Men better at flatpack furniture!
[…] research from RatedPeople.com has found that almost half (44%) of British adults are not able to build flat-pack furniture. Read More
27/09/2012
Tips of the week…how to avoid cowboy builders
Sites such as www.ratedpeople.com […] offer an eBay-style service: you post job, builders provide a quote, and you choose between them based on reviews by others. Read More
20/09/2012
Tips of the week…how to avoid cowboy builders
Sites such as www.ratedpeople.com […] offer an eBay-style service: you post job, builders provide a quote, and you choose between them based on reviews by others. Read More
20/09/2012
Tips of the week…how to avoid cowboy builders
Sites such as www.ratedpeople.com […] offer an eBay-style service: you post job, builders provide a quote, and you choose between them based on reviews by others. Read More
19/09/2012
Brits are rubbish at flat pack furniture
The research was carried out by tradespeople recommendation website RatedPeople.com, who have just put a section on their site. Read More
19/09/2012
How flat-pack furniture has left us scratching our heads and most of us would pay for someone to build it for us
Tariq Dag Khan, of RatedPeople.com, said “More and more people are coming to us for help building flat pack furniture, so it seemed sensible to offer this as a new category in itself on the website, to match our customers with the right tradesman.” Read More
11/09/2012
Chill out in these cool minimal kitchens
A skilled craftsman could achieve an effect like this – use Rated People to find one locally. Read More
11/09/2012
Divine staircases to lift your home
Try Rated People for a local, recommended tradesman. Read More
03/09/2012
How to improve your home (and save money)
Rated People’s ambassador Phil Spencer says: “Although kerb appeal probably won’t add value to your home it will make it – and probably your neighbours’ properties – more saleable […].” Read More
07/09/2012
Expert home improvement advice
Jonnie Irwin from RatedPeople.com, says: “Home improvement shouldn’t just be considered in terms of re-sale value […].” Read More
05/09/2012
To-let or not To-let, that is the question for renters
Trade recommendation service RatedPeople.com, who conducted the study into renter’s habits, found that while people were conscientious about cleanliness when choosing a home, standards dropped once they moved in. Read More
01/09/2012
From the home front
61%. The percentage of British families living with unfinished DIY projects in their homes. Read More
01/09/2012
Hire and fire home helpers
Find a reliable tradesman at ratedpeople.com. Post what work you require, get quotes sent to you and read ratings from past customers. Read More
29/08/2012
So little space, so much room
If you’re not a confident DIYer, consider booking a tradesman to fit your cupboard – we used Liam Hamblin, a member of RatedPeople.com, for our construction work. Read More
28/08/2012
DI When? 14m families are living with unfinished improvements…and some put up with it for longer than three years
The most common involve kitchens and bathrooms, according to the poll by RatedPeople.com, the online trade recommendation service. Read More
28/8/2012
DI When? 14m families are living with unfinished improvements…and some put up with it for longer than three years
The most common involve kitchens and bathrooms, according to the poll by RatedPeople.com, the online trade recommendation service. Read More
28/08/2012
Families ‘fall out’ over unfinished DIY
As many as 14 million homes go up to four years with various jobs still waiting to be done, claimed tradesmen’s website RatedPeople.com. Read More
28/08/2012
Families ‘fall out’ over unfinished DIY
As many as 14 million homes go up to four years with various jobs still waiting to be done, claimed tradesmen’s website RatedPeople.com. Read More
28/08/2012
14m families are living with unfinished DIY
Phil Spencer, the property guru and an ambassador for RatedPeople.com, said Never Ending Renovation Dramas were ‘something that I witness far too frequently. Read More
28/08/2012
DIY way to a row
The study, carried out by tradesmen’s website RatedPeople.com, nicknamed the situation NERD – Never Ending Renovation Drama. Read More
23/08/2012
Power struggle
RatedPeople.com is on hand with top tips for reducing energy usage and wastage in the home. Read More
20/08/2012
Website of the month
(www.ratedpeople.com) aims to connect homeowners with the best local tradesman. Homeowners post requests for free and receive quotes from up to three interested tradesmen. Read More
16/08/2012
Webwatch: finding a tradesman
www.ratedpeople.com provides an online version of the word-of-mouth- recommendation, providing a database of tradesmen who have been rated by customers. Read More
16/08/2012
Finding the perfect location
Here, [Phil] Spencer, an ambassador from RatedPeople.com, Britain’s leading online trade recommendation service, talks pongy drains and how to get your house just right for sale. Read More
14/08/2012
Captain Crunch
uilding an extension, installing a new bathroom and replacing a worn-out kitchen are three most common home improvement jobs people are putting off because of the recession, according to research by trade recommendation site RatedPeople.com. Read More
10/08/2012
Find a reliable tradesman
RatedPeople.com. This site connects over 25,000 homeowners a month with a variety of different tradesmen. Read More
07/08/2012
Find a reliable tradesman
The financial crisis has forced people to dip into their savings in order to carry out essential home repairs, according to online trade recommendation site RatedPeople.com. Read More
06/08/2012
40 fabulous rooms 2012
Log on to ratedpeople.com to find a tradesperson to clad a chimney breast like this. Read More
05/08/2012
Where are all the builders?
You can post your job online at ratedpeople.com […]. Interested tradesmen will then quote via the website; you can choose based on reviews by others. Read More
05/08/2012
Pound notes
Four out of 10 people have delayed home improvement work as a result of the current economic situation, according to a survey by the website RatedPeople.com. Read More
30/07/2012
Home improvement jobs put off due to recession
Tariq Dag Khan, RatedPeople.com, said “The financial crisis has clearly impacted the ability of homeowners to undertake work on their home, we’ve seen that many homeowners have delayed extensive work until they can better afford it.” Read More
24/07/2012
The secret to getting great floorboards
Flooring expert Anthony Hutton from A.M. Decor, a member of www.RatedPeople.com, advises the following […] Read More
25/07/2012
Johnson, Clegg and Cable admit paying tradesmen cash in hand
Tariq Dag Khan, of the tradesman website Rated People, said: “David Gauke’s comments that it is morally wrong to pay tradesmen in cash do little to help tradesmen who are struggling in a difficult economic climate.” Read More
25/07/2012
Of course I pay cash for odd jobs, says Boris
Tariq Dag Khan, from the tradesmen recommendation website Rated People, said that Mr Gauke’s comments would do little to help tradesmen who were struggling in a difficult economic climate. Read More
19/06/2012
Craig seals gap in bathrooms market
We have recently joined a website called ratedpeople.com and are headed towards doubling our turnover in the next few months, and intend to take on one or two apprentices in the future. Read More
01/07/2012
Ideas to Steal
ouchwood Carpenters, member of ratedpeople.com., estimates reclaimed pine floorboards to over 10 sq m would cost around £450 and a further £400 to install. Read More
20/06/2012
The green, green fake grass of home
A new survey by trade recommendation service RatedPeople.com that revealed that neighbours who Astroturf the garden are a source of annoyance to the average homeowner. Read More
20/06/2012
The green, green fake grass of home
A new survey by trade recommendation service RatedPeople.com that revealed that neighbours who Astroturf the garden are a source of annoyance to the average homeowner. Read More
19/06/2012
Avoiding the Cowboys
Rather than moving to find those covetable extra metres, homeowners can add space and save money by improving upon their existing living area. Here areRatedpeople.com’s top tips for finding the right tradesman for you. Read More
18/06/2012
Getting to Know You: Tariq Dag Khan of RatedPeople.com
My current role is as the Chief Marketing Officer for RatedPeople.com, a first-mover in commercializing word-of-mouth in the home improvement and repair industry. Read More
14/06/2012
Why we get upset if next door’s garden is a jungle
A total of 2.390 homeowners were questioned by online trade recommendation service RatedPeople.com and researchers found that 55 per cent judged their neighbours by the state of their garden. Read More
14/06/2012
A haughty cultural lot
Half-finished decking and toys are also met with frowns over the fence, RatedPeople.com said. Read More
14/06/2012
Politician voted ‘least trusted’ profession
The RatedPeople Trust Index calculated four different attributes, has revealed politicians are the least trusted profession in the UK. Read More
01/06/2012
Clubs make a splash at the Duel in the Pool
BSCSC are sponsored by Rated People who took the opportunity to film some of the night’s racing for use in an internet blog, and interviewed several of the swimmers to get their views and experiences. Read More
02/06/2012
We’re keeping up appearances!
Over 2,930 UK homeowners were quizzed by RatedPeople.com. Researchers found that 55 per cent of respondents judged their neighbours by the state of their garden. Read More
01/06/2012
Ideas to Steal
Depending on your current banister, Dermot of Dermarta, a member of ratedpeople.com, could supply and fit 20 decorative Victorian balusters from £330. Read More
01/06/2012
Find a reliable builder
Websites like […] Ratedpeople.com […] let customers give feedback on tradespeople they have hired. You can also post your job details and receive up to three quotes before choosing from highly rated tradespeople. Read More
29/05/2012
Gardens in the battle for social status
Our ‘Plant it’ ambassador Toby Buckland was interviewed by radio stations accross the country, including: BBC Radio Devon, BBC Radio Sussex and Surrey, Kestral FM and Express FM. Read More
28/05/2012
After fame and fear, low-key life suits Fiona fine
[Fiona] Fullerton has written three books on property and offers regular advice on home improvement and suggested projects on RatedPeople.com, the online tradesmen recommendation service. Read More
27/05/2012
Showbiz was not for me
“It’s a brilliant free service for homeowners and a great way to find recommended professionals who are ideal for your job” [Fiona Fullerton on RatedPeople.com]. Read More
26/05/2012
Premier League footballers among least trusted people in UK
In a recent survey carried out by the RatedPeople Trust Index it was revealed that the British public have little or no faith in players they pay to watch every weekend. Read More
25/05/2012
Gardens in the battle for social status
Our outside spaces are the new frontline in the battle to keep up with the Joneses, research by RatedPeople.com has found. Read More
25/05/2012
Gardening tips from Tony Buckland
A survey has just revealed that 55 per cent of Brits think negatively of their neighbours who don’t take care of their gardens, so we’ve got tips from Toby to make sure that your garden is kept in great shape. Read More
02/05/2012
Politicians ‘Least Trusted Profession in UK’
Electricians were named as the tradesmen that provide the best quality of work (50% rated the quality of electricians’ work as good or very good). Read More
01/05/2012
Don’t move improve
Brits could save a whooping £56,122 by improving their home rather than moving according to research by Rated People. Read More
01/05/2012
Fitting in
SourceBook: Rated People. Read More
01/05/2012
Fast Facts
One in six homeowners in the UK think their room sizes are too small, with larger living spaces topping the list of the most important criteria if they were to move house. Read More
01/05/2012
Need a plumber or tradesman?
A personal recommendaton will always be best, but it’s not always possible. Happily, there are websites to help you from being ripped off. […] ratedpeople.com is simple to use. Read More
01/05/2012
Ideas to Steal
Decorator Lloyd Admar, a member of ratedpeople.com, says he could create stripes like these, using a marker pen and a spirit or laser level. Read More
30/04/2012
Politicians Least Trusted Profession In UK, According To Survey
A survey conducted by YouGov for RatedPeople.com, assessed a range of professions on four criteria: value for money, honesty, reliability and quality of work. Read More
30/04/2012
Politicians and bad manners
Out of the professions teachers came out as the most trusted and gardeners were rated as the most trustworthy of the tradesmen. Read More
27/04/2012
RatedPeople.com hires Diffusion for consumer brief
Diffusion has been hired to handle the consumer PR for the company which is currently the UK’s largest online trade recommendation service. The agency will focus on introducing RatedPeople.com as the place to find trusted, quality, local tradesmen for a range of home improvement jobs. Read More
27/04/2012
Are you untrustworthy?
What is the number one reason for earning someone’s mistrust? According to a new report by RatedPeople.com, actions speak louder than words… Read More
24/04/2012
Brits trust teachers the most
A recent survey quizzed over 2,000 Brits to find out their thoughts on various jobs for RatedPeople.com. They ranked professions on four different criteria: value for money, honesty, reliability and quality of work. Read More
11/04/2012
Top energy-saving tips to help you save money
Tariq Dag Khan, RatedPeople.com’s chief marketing officer, comments “Our winter-proofing tips are simple and effective ideas that won’t break the bank”. Read More
05/04/2012
‘Hickey’ section
In a YouGov poll for Rated People, an online recommendation service for tradesmen, the public were asked to rank celebrities they would trust to organise a DIY task. Read More
04/04/2012
Lord Sugar’s DIY skills top of the pile
Lord Sugar has been named the country’s go to celebrity on home improvement, piping the likes of Phil Spencer to the title. Read More
04/04/2012
Lord Alan Sugar heads home improvement dream team
The savvy businessman topped the survey conducted by RatedPeople.com with most people choosing Sugar to complete their home improvement task. Read More
04/04/2012
By all means indulge your instincts for DIY but take care or it’ll cost you
“After months of freezing temperatures, chances are that your roof and gutters might have taken a hit from rain, snow, frost and wind,” says Tariq Dag Khan of tradesmen recommendation site RatedPeople.com. Read More
03/04/2012
On the Money: By all means indulge your instincts for DIY but take care or it’ll cost you
“After months of freezing temperatures, chances are that your roof and gutters might have taken a hit from rain, snow, frost and wind,” says Tariq Dag Khan of tradesman recommendation site RatedPeople.com. “Ensure that no tiles have been dislodged, and that the gutters are intact.” Read More
30/03/2012
Holiday approaching…time for some DIY… but is it worth it?
Jonnie Irwin, speaking for tradesman recommendation site RatedPeople.com, said the website’s own research found that one in six homeowners is dissatisfied with the size of the rooms in their home. Read More
29/03/2012
Brits home improvements won’t improve house prices
“Home improvements shouldn’t just be considered in terms of resale value,” said Jonnie Irwin, spokesman for tradesperson recommendation service Ratedpeople.com. Read More
28/03/2012
How much can home improvements add to your property?
Jonnie Irwin, spokesperson for online trade recommendation service ratedpeople.com, says: “A well-executed project, such as a loft conversion or extension, will almost always add value to your home. Read More
28/03/2012
Owners warned: think before you improve
Jonnie Irwin, brand ambassador for RatedPeople.com, said: “Home improvements shouldn’t just be considered in terms of resale value; the addition of an extension or conversion is, for many, a more viable financial and lifestyle choice than moving house. Read More
25/03/2012
Gardens in the battle for social status
Our outside spaces are the new frontline in the battle to keep up with the Joneses, research by RatedPeople.com has found. Read More
25/03/2012
Gardens in the battle for social status
55 per cent of Brits think negatively of their neighbours who don’t have a well-maintained garden, with 12 per cent admitting that they’re embarrassed about the state of their own garden.
13/03/2012
RatedPeople.com doubles marketing spend
RatedPeople.com is doubling its marketing budget this year as it looks to attract more of the 15 million UK homeowners to its tradesmen database.
09/03/2012
Property news
Brits could save as much as £56,122 by improving their home rather than moving, according to RatedPeople.com. Read More
09/03/2012
Improve, don’t move if you’re unhappy with room sizes
[…] RatedPeople notes that a three-bedroom house costs typically 31 per cent more than a two-bed home. Read More
09/03/2012
Improve, don’t move if you’re unhappy with room sizes
[…] RatedPeople.com […] states that one in six homeowners are desperate for more space as they complain their rooms are too small. Read More
08/03/2012
Top tips for saving money in the home
RatedPeople.com has some top tips for reducing energy usage and wastage in the home. Read More
08/03/2012
Funding drought at mid-stage for techs
Frog has funded businesses such as Rated People, the website for tradesmen, and Ecomera, which provides software to online retailers. Read More
07/03/2012
Why we all want more space
Ratedpeople.com found that the number one thing we want is more space, and bigger rooms were the most important criteria if they were to take the plunge and move. Read More
06/03/2012
1 in 6 homeowners not satisfied with room sizes
After years of hearing that it’s all about location, location, location, research from Rated People.com has shown today that UK homeowners are now crying out for more space in their homes. Read More
02/03/2012
Brits encouraged to improve, not move
RatedPeople.com encourage Brits to improve, not move as Brits turn their backs on new builds. Read More
01/03/2012
Move vs improve: one is £56,122 cheaper
The research, by Rated People, came down firmly on the side of improving rather than moving. Of course as a site dedicated to finding tradespeople that’s not a huge shock, but the figures speak for themselves. Read More
01/03/2012
Expert advice Q&A
Finding a builder you can trust in a new area can be a challenge. […] there are lots of websites where you can enter details about the type of job you need doing. Ratedpeople.com, for example, works by previous customers leaving feedback for the service they’ve received. Read More
01/03/2012
RatedPeople.com
Looking for a plasterer or electrician? This website can put you in touch with a reputable tradesman. Read More
01/03/2012
Ideas to steal
You might also need to reroute electric and pipes. Lloyd Admar, listed on ratedpeople.com, could strip, reroute and make good an average plasterboarded ceiling from £1,500… Read More
01/03/2012
Find a dream team to create your home
Ask local friends for recommendations or use trusted sites such as […] ratedpeople.com. Read More
01/03/2012
Redesign your garden
Expect to pay from around £10 an hour for a gardener – try Ratedpeople.com for quotations. Read More
29/02/2012
Doing your homework to get the job done well
You can find reputable tradesmen on online trade recommendations sites such as RatedPeople.com. The benefit with such online communities, is that homeowners have posted reviews of their genuine experiences with tradesmen. Read More
24/02/2012
Improve, don’t move
The survey was made by Rated People, they’re a trade recommendation service and you basically go on the internet […] and you can find out about customer ratings and tradespeople near you. Read More
23/02/2012
TV’s Toby Buckland teams up with Ratedpeople.com
RatedPeople.com joined forces with the highly-regarded gardening expert, TV presenter and author, Toby Buckland. Read More
01/02/2012
Bookmark these websites!
Ratedpeople.com is an online and mobile service that connects homeowners with tradesmen. Simply post the jobs you have going and up to three tradesmen will contact you for quotes. Read More
18/01/2012
the7stars launches first national ad campaign for RatedPeople.com
The campaign, which was planned and bought by the7stars and created by VCCP, covers TV, radio, press and online and follows a rebrand of the service in 2011. Read More
17/01/2012
RatedPeople.com builds new advert with the7stars and VCCP
RatedPeople.com, which connects the public to local tradesmen, has launched a £2m new national advertising campaign. Read More
13/01/2012
RatedPeople hires Spencer
The campaign, created by VCCP, features the voice of the property guru Phil Spencer, who has become the brand’s celebrity ambassador. Read More
11/01/2012
Phil Spencer joins RatedPeople.com as their new property expert
RatedPeople.com, the leading online matchmaker for homeowners and tradesmen, has announced Phil Spencer, property guru and one of TV’s favourite faces, as a brand ambassador for 2012. Read More
11/01/2012
Autumn is ‘important time for gardens’
According to Ratedpeople.com, the recommendation website for tradespeople like gardeners and garden designers, autumn is the best time of year to seed a new lawn. Read More
09/01/2012
Phil Spencer joins Ratedpeople.Com as its new property expert
RatedPeople.com, a leading online matchmaker for homeowners and tradesmen, has appointed Phil Spencer, of Channel 4’s “Location. Location. Location.” fame, as a brand ambassador for 2012. Read More
09/01/2012
Toby Buckland joins up with Ratedpeople.com to help your garden grow
Throughout the year, RatedPeople.com and gardening guru Toby will be showing you how to maximise your outside space in an easy to manage way!Read More
09/01/2012
Phil Spencer joins Ratedpeople.com as their new property expert
Throughout 2012, Phil will advise first time buyers, existing homeowners, and those with big plans for their property. Read More
06/01/2012
RatedPeople.com recruits Phil Spencer for first national TV ad
The online recommendation service for tradespeople, is rolling out its first national TV campaign, featuring a voiceover by property guru Phil Spencer. Read More
06/01/2012
RatedPeople.com recruits Phil Spencer for first national TV ad
The campaign created by VCCP features a voiceover from Spencer, who has become the brand’s new celebrity ambassador. The TV ad will be supported by radio, print and online activity. Read More
06/01/2012
RatedPeople.com recruits Phil Spencer for first national TV ad
Spencer will work with RatedPeople.com to lend his expert opinion to those looking to buy, sell or add value to their property. He will also contribute regular guest posts and interviews on the RatedPeople.com blog, offering his advice to RatedPeople.com’s homeowners. Read More
03/01/2012
Children’s Rooms: project planning
Get the look: Find a local tradesperson to build a similar bed at Ratedpeople.com.
03/01/2012
New Year, new garden
This is the key season to consider transforming your garden, expains Toby Buckland as he teams up with RatedPeople.com. Finding the right landscaper could be easier than you think… Read More
03/01/2012
Wallpapers, paints and DIY
Leave details of the job you want done and RatedPeople.com… The tradesman really do live and die by their reputation! Read More
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