Trades and services in Essex
61 businesses are listed in Essex across 18 trades and services. The biggest groups are builders, handymen and cleaners. The busiest postcode districts are RM17, RM6 and CM9. None manages its own profile yet: the details come from public records.
- Businesses listed
- 61
- Trades and services
- 18
- Run their own profile
- 0
- Busiest district
- RM17
Figures from GotAPal's listings, updated 16 October 2026.
Trades in Essex
49 trade businesses in 14 trades. The most listed in Essex are builders (18), handymen (12) and car mechanics (6). For one-off jobs, ask about qualifications and insurance, and get more than one quote.
Services in Essex
11 service businesses in 4 services. The most listed in Essex are cleaners (7), gardeners (2) and computer repair firms (1). For jobs that come round again, ask what each visit includes, how often they come and what it costs per visit.
More Essex profiles to look at
Listed from public records, with the fullest details we hold. Your business? Open the profile to claim it free.
What people look for in Essex
The Essex searches that most often bring people to GotAPal from Google.
Where in Essex
The busiest postcode districts for listings. RM17 has the most, with 4. Choose one to see the businesses there.
Towns near Essex
Many businesses cover more than one town. These are the nearest with their own GotAPal page.
Before you hire: cost guides
UK price guides for the jobs Essex businesses here do most.
Questions about Essex
How many trades and services are listed in Essex?
61 businesses in 18 trades and services are listed in Essex on GotAPal. The biggest groups are builders (18), handymen (12), cleaners (7), car mechanics (6) and electricians (2).
Which parts of Essex are they in?
By postcode district: RM17 (4), RM6 (4), CM9 (3), EN9 (3), SS8 (3) and SS9 (3).
Do any Essex businesses manage their own GotAPal profile?
Not yet. Every Essex listing comes from public records. A business can claim its profile free to manage its own details.
Which towns near Essex also have trades listed?
The nearest are Brentwood, Billericay, Basildon, Ingatestone and Ongar.
Is it free to find a local business in Essex on GotAPal?
Yes. Contacting a business and posting a job are free, and GotAPal charges no lead fees or commission to either side. GotAPal doesn't vet the businesses it lists, so check insurance and qualifications before you hire.
Run a business in Essex?
No Essex business runs its own profile yet. Find your listing, claim it free and add your services, photos and the areas you cover. No lead fees, no commission.