Tradie resources
Resources for Tradies.
Invoices and quotes: a practical guide
What has to be on a compliant NZ tax invoice, the GST rules you need to know, and how to write a quote that protects you and the homeowner — with sample templates.
Read the full guide →Getting paid: a practical guide
Contracts, deposits, and progress payments, invoicing and follow-up, and your options — Disputes Tribunal, Construction Contracts Act — if a client won't pay.
Read the full guide →Growing your skills and trade career
Apprenticeships and formal training, becoming a licensed builder, electrical and plumbing registration, and how to keep upskilling around a full workload.
Read the full guide →Why your quote matters
Why the quote you send is often the deciding factor in whether you win the job — first impressions, trust, and standing out from other tradies.
Read the full guide →Writing a winning quote
How to structure and price a quote that wins jobs — what to include, what to leave out, and the mistakes that quietly cost tradies work.
Read the full guide →Pricing your work right
Cost breakdowns, fair margin, researching regional rates, and the pricing mistakes that catch tradies out.
Read the full guide →How communication wins jobs
How clear, responsive communication turns one-off jobs into repeat business and referrals.
Read the full guide →Professionalism on the job
Punctuality, presentation, site conduct, and safety — the habits that build your reputation faster than word of mouth alone.
Read the full guide →Why follow-up matters
When to follow up with a homeowner after a quote, how to do it without being pushy, and how it keeps you top of mind.
Read the full guide →Building a strong TradieMatch profile
Photos, bio, qualifications, reviews, and verification status — how to stand out among tradies bidding the same job.
Read the full guide →Backing our tradies
The trade takes a toll — long days, business pressure, and the expectation to just harden up. Why looking out for your mates is part of the job, and where to get free support.
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