Early access in the United States. We are still building our directory for the United States. The profiles here show real public evidence from named sources, but coverage is limited and our checks are not yet as complete as on our UK site. Treat this as a preview, not a full picture.

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Notes from the record.

Plain-English guides and original research on hiring contractors well: how to read reviews, check credentials and spot trouble early, with the public evidence attached. No ads, no paid placement.

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Start with the check you need

Choose the question closest to the decision you are making now.

Find a contractor

Browse contractors by trade and location, then compare their public evidence.

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Rogue Contractor Check

Look up a business name to check reviews, credentials and company status together.

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Certifications

Understand what trade credentials mean and where to verify them before work starts.

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How we check reviews

See how review totals and ratings from named public sources are checked and presented.

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