How it works
From "I need someone" to job done.
Five steps. No phone tag, no mystery quotes, no faff.
Choose your view
For homeowners
Your journey to job done
01
Tell us what you need
~ 2 minTwo minutes, no account required to start.
- Add photos, postcode, and start date
- Pick urgency: emergency, this week, or flexible
- Save your draft, finish later from any device
02
Local trades respond
Times vary in early launchYour job is matched to local trades by reputation, not by who paid the most.
- Up to 4 quotes from local Pals
- Ranked organically. Any paid visibility is clearly labelled
- Phone number stays private until you choose
03
Compare like-for-like
See who actually showed up on time.
- Side-by-side quotes with breakdowns
- Filter reviews by exact job
- See response time and repeat-customer rate
04
Book and pay your way
Agree the price directly with your trade.
- Cash, bank transfer, or card direct
- Optional protected card payment via ServicePay
- No platform fee, no booking fee
05
Leave an honest review
Honest reviews, good or bad.
- Reviews tied to a paid job are labelled as such
- Rate quality, communication, and value
- Help the next homeowner
Why GotAPal?
Built differently to the directories you've used before.
No lead fees
Every quote you send is free.
Reputation ranks
Score-based ordering. No ad budget required.
Verified reviews
Reviews are tied to confirmed jobs.
You own your customers
Direct contact, direct payment.
Ready to start?
Find a trade you can actually trust.
Post a job or browse vouched-for trades near you. No spam, no lead fees.