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Tradespeople in Scottish Borders

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Scottish Borders tradespeople

Styles Tiles

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Glasgow

Covering Glasgow, Bellshill, Coatbridge, Hamilton and surrounding areas

At Styles tiles, we operate in the whole central belt area, creating bespoke tile patterns, stunning ...

Services & skills:
  • Brick Tiling
  • Porcelain Tiles
  • Slate Tiles
  • Ceramic Tiling
  • Natural Stone Tiles

Accepts Urgent Jobs

PRO Paint

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Glasgow

Covering Glasgow, Bellshill, Coatbridge, Hamilton and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Exterior Painting
  • Wallpapering
  • Wall Murals & Paint Effects
  • Door Stripping
  • Anti Vandal Coatings
RB Electrical

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Glasgow

Covering Glasgow, Bellshill, Coatbridge, Hamilton and surrounding areas

RB Electrical has proven track record of delivering high-quality electrical services to clients within ...

Services & skills:
  • Sockets, Switches & Fittings
  • Electrical Installation / Testing
  • External Lighting / Garden Lighting
  • Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Repair
  • Electrical Inspection

Domestic and commercial projects, Flexible, Guaranteed customer satisfaction, Highly professional

JLC Renovations & Maintenance

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Carlisle

Covering Carlisle, Brampton, Gretna, Wigton and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Bathrooms
  • Fitted Kitchens
  • Tiling Services
  • Bathroom Refurbishment / Remodelling
  • Flooring Services
Macauley Masonry

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Carlisle

Covering Carlisle, Brampton, Gretna, Wigton and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Driveways
  • Fencing
  • Architects & Surveyors
  • New Home Builders
  • Renovations & Refurbishment
H C Contractors

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Carlisle

Covering Carlisle, Brampton, Gretna, Wigton and surrounding areas

Based in Carlisle

Services & skills:
  • Guttering & Rainwater Pipe
  • Plastering
  • Painting & Decorating
  • Bricklaying
  • Chimneys Installation / Repair

All work guaranteed, Family owned, Fully insured, No job too small

M Smith Plastering Rendering And Roughcasting

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Dumfries

Covering Dumfries, Dalbeattie, Lockerbie, Thornhill and surrounding areas

m smith plastering rendering & rough casting was founded in 2008, we specialise in external and internal ...

Services & skills:
  • Plastering
Borders Property Solutions

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Carlisle

Covering Carlisle, Gretna, Wigton, Brampton and surrounding areas

Borders Property Solutions are providing services including Replacement Locks, Plumbing repair & maintenance, ...

Services & skills:
  • Fencing
  • Plumbing Repair & Maintenance
  • Decking
  • Gardening Services
  • Loft Conversion Specialists

Cards Accepted, Clean and tidy, Efficient timescales, Free estimates (Excl. insurance)

JB Builders

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Glasgow

Covering Glasgow, Bonnybridge, Denny, Airdrie and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Renovations & Refurbishment
  • House Extension Builders
  • Log Cabins / Timber Framed Buildings
  • Walls / Ceilings / Knock-Throughs / Partition Walls
  • Decking
Staple Carpets

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Glasgow

Covering Glasgow, Hamilton, Bellshill, Motherwell and surrounding areas

Staple Carpets is a well-established company that has been providing a wide range of services to its ...

Services & skills:
  • Painting & Decorating
  • Handyperson
  • Driveways
  • Removals
  • Flooring Services
C.kelly Plumbing & Heating

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Glasgow

Covering Glasgow, Hamilton, Bellshill, Motherwell and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Gas Boiler - Installation / Service / Repair
  • Radiator
  • Solar Panel Installation
  • Gas Cooker / Hob / Oven
  • Oil-Fired Boiler / Oil Heating
Plumbdog Plumbing Services

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Glasgow

Covering Glasgow, Hamilton, Bellshill, Motherwell and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Plumbing Services
  • Plumbing Repair & Maintenance
  • Power Showers & Pump
  • Water Tanks & Immersion Heater
  • Solar Panel Installation
SDM Roofing

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Glasgow

Covering Glasgow, Hamilton, Bellshill, Motherwell and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Guttering & Rainwater Pipe
  • Chimneys Installation / Repair
  • Asphalt Roofing Installation
  • Single Ply Membrane Roofs Installation
  • Hot Melt Roofing Repair
Perthshire Building Services

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Alloa

Covering Alloa, Alva, Menstrie, Tillicoultry and surrounding areas

Perthshire Building Services are Builders providing services including and covering a 70 mile radius ...

Services & skills:
  • Driveways
  • New Home Builders
  • Renovations & Refurbishment
  • House Extension Builders
  • Garden Office Builders

24 hour callout, Commercial work covered, Domestic work covered, Free quotes / estimates

Asco Asbestos

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Alloa

Covering Alloa, Alva, Menstrie, Tillicoultry and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Asbestos Removal, Surveys & Testing
Colorbond

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Cupar

Covering Cupar, Perth, Glenrothes, Dundee and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Guttering & Rainwater Pipe
  • Painting & Decorating
  • Driveways
  • Flat Roofers
  • Fascias, Soffits & Cladding
Patersons Plastering

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Glasgow

Covering Glasgow, Coatbridge, Airdrie, Bellshill and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Plastering
  • Renderers
E K Multitrade

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Glasgow

Covering Glasgow, Hamilton, Strathaven, Motherwell and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Painting & Decorating
  • Kitchens
  • Plumbing Services
  • Bathrooms
  • New Home Builders
Compassionate Care Glasgow Ltd

Tradesperson in Scottish Borders

Operates in Scottish Borders

Based in Glasgow

Covering Glasgow, Hamilton, Strathaven, Motherwell and surrounding areas

Services & skills:
  • Kitchens
  • Fencing
  • New Home Builders
  • Renovations & Refurbishment
  • House Extension Builders

Past Jobs Posted / Projects

A small example of past local projects

Plumbing Services – Innerleithen

Heating engineers

Fitting a gas fire

Bathrooms – Gorebridge

Main Bathroom (Partial renovation)

Partial renovation to main bathroom. New extractor fan. Radiator. Storage. Glass shower screen

House Extension Builders – Gorebridge

Garage conversion

Looking to have garage converted into living room

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Services in Scottish Borders

Our network of tradesmen covers a wide range of services. Common tasks tradespeople undertake include:

  • General handyman/odd-jobs around the home
     
  • Full room renovations, extensions, refurbishments
     
  • Plumbing, electrical, heating, roofing, flooring work
     
  • Carpentry, joinery, tiling, decorating
     
  • Garden and exterior works: landscaping, fencing, driveways
     
  • Maintenance, repairs, and service calls
     
  • Small build-projects, out-buildings, loft or cellar conversions
     
  • Any trade-specific jobs you need — and coordination of multiple trades if required

Average Tradesperson Costs in Scottish Borders

Hiring a skilled tradesperson in Scottish Borders typically costs around £25-£45 per hour, or £200-£300 per day, depending on the trade, region, job complexity and materials involved. Day-rates and hourly-rates can vary significantly by trade and demand.

Most homeowners can expect:

  • Hourly rate: ~ £25-£45 per hour (depending on the trade and region).
     
  • Day rate: ~ £200-£300 per day for standard skilled work (could be higher in London/SE).
     
  • Fixed or project-based quotes are common for larger jobs (refurbishments, full room builds, extensions) rather than simply hourly.
     
  • Materials & subcontracted trades often add to cost — verify what the quote covers.

To get the best value, compare quotes from several service providers in Scottish Borders, clarify what the job includes (labour only vs materials) and choose one whose scope and price align with your budget and schedule.


Example Prices for Common Tradesperson Jobs in Scottish Borders

Here’s a helpful guide of typical jobs and costs. Prices will vary widely by trade type, materials, job size and region — treat these as broad averages.

Service / Trade

Average Cost

Handyperson (odd-jobs, 3-4 hrs)

~ £90-£180 (3-4 hours at ~£25-£45/hr)

Skilled tradesman (standard day work)

~ £200-£300 per day depending on trade and region

Small refurbishment (single room)

~ £3,000-£8,000 depending on scope and finishes

Medium room renovation (walls, floor, joinery)

~ £6,000-£12,000

Full house refurbishment (multi rooms)

~ £20,000-£60,000+ depending on property size

Specific trade job (e.g., electrical, plumbing)

Hourly ~£30-£60, day-rate ~£250-£400

Tradesman materials-only units

Varies widely – ask for detailed breakdown

Emergency/travel /after-hours work

Often hourly £40-£80+ depending on trade and time

 


Get Accurate Quotes in Scottish Borders

For precise local pricing, request free quotes. Comparing multiple quotes helps you ensure you get the best workmanship, materials and value for your project. Having at least three quotes will give you some spread of prices to guage what realistic but competitive looks like in your area.


How to Choose the Right Service in Scottish Borders

Before hiring it’s wise to consider:

  • Read client reviews – See how previous clients rated their reliability, workmanship, communication and clean-up and go beyond checking the reviews on a single website too. Check around the internet as a whole for past reviews on the service providers you are considering.
     
  • Check credentials – While not all trades legally require certification, look for experience, insurance, references, and relevant trade body memberships. Remember the onus is still on the homeowner to check credentials before hiring.
     
  • Compare multiple written quotes – Get at least three quotes to compare cost, scope (labour, materials, trades included), timeframe and payment terms.
     
  • Inspect the quote’s detail – What’s included/excluded: materials, prep work, waste removal, access, scaffolding, finishes?
     
  • Ask about sub-trades & coordination – For larger jobs, you may need a provider who can manage or coordinate other services too (electricians, plumbers, plasterers).
     
  • Check for hidden costs – Access difficulties, structural surprises, late finishes, hidden expenses may add up.
     
  • Beware very low quotes – If a quote is far below averages, ensure you understand what’s being omitted (quality, materials, finishing, warranty).
     
  • Align the skills with job type – A general handyman is fine for small tasks; larger projects often require specialists or a builder/trades-contractor.
     
  • Check timelines & clean-up – Good service providers minimise disruption, leave the site tidy and finish on budget/time.

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