Better Alternative to Checkatrade
Pay-per-lead model with no monthly fees. Only pay for the leads you want, when you want them. Better for contractors, better for homeowners.
Better Home Hub vs Checkatrade
See why thousands of contractors are switching to our platform
| Feature | Better Home Hub | Checkatrade |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Membership Fee | £0 - Pay per lead only | £99-199/month |
| Lead Purchase Model | Choose leads you want | Automatic lead purchase |
| Platform Transaction Fee | 5% on payments | No payment system |
| Business Management Tools | Full CRM, invoicing, contracts | Basic profile only |
| Payment Protection | Built-in payment system | No payment handling |
| Lead Quality Guarantee | Money-back guarantee | Limited guarantee |
| Contract Length | No contract | 12 month minimum |
Why Contractors Are Switching
Real feedback from professionals who made the switch
No Monthly Fees
"Saving £150/month on membership fees alone. Now I only pay when I get leads I actually want."
Better Lead Quality
"Leads are pre-qualified by admin team. Much higher conversion rate than other platforms."
Built-in Business Tools
"The CRM, invoicing, and contract templates save me hours each week. It's like having a business manager."
Common Checkatrade Complaints
Issues contractors frequently report about Checkatrade
High Monthly Costs
£99-199/month whether you get leads or not, plus lead costs on top.
Poor Lead Quality
Many leads are price shoppers or not serious about hiring.
Long Contracts
12-month minimum contracts with difficult cancellation terms.
Limited Business Tools
Just a profile page - no CRM, invoicing, or business management features.
How Better Home Hub Solves These Problems
Pay-Per-Lead Model
No monthly fees
- • Only pay when you want to purchase a lead
- • Choose which leads interest you
- • No wasted money on irrelevant leads
- • Cancel anytime with no penalties
Pre-Qualified Leads
Admin vetted
- • Every lead reviewed by our admin team
- • Customers contacted to verify legitimacy
- • Budget and timeline confirmed
- • Money-back guarantee on poor quality leads
Complete Business Suite
All-in-one platform
- • CRM to manage customers and leads
- • Professional invoice and quote generation
- • Contract templates and digital signatures
- • Payment processing with 5% fee
Payment Protection
Secure transactions
- • Customers pay through secure platform
- • Dispute resolution service included
- • Automatic payment release on completion
- • Protection for both contractors and customers
Calculate Your Savings
See how much you could save by switching from Checkatrade
Typical Checkatrade Costs
Better Home Hub Costs
You Save £2,400 Per Year
That's enough to buy new tools, van signage, or invest in your business growth!
Ready to Make the Switch?
Join thousands of contractors who've already switched to Better Home Hub
Sign Up Free
Create your professional profile in minutes
Get Verified
Upload insurance and qualifications
Start Getting Leads
Choose and purchase only the leads you want
No contracts • No monthly fees • Cancel anytime
Better for Homeowners Too
Why homeowners prefer Better Home Hub over Checkatrade
Pre-Qualified Contractors
Every contractor is admin-verified with insurance and qualifications checked
Payment Protection
Secure payment system with dispute resolution and completion guarantees
Faster Response Times
Contractors respond faster because they choose your specific project