Starting a trade business

Launch a trade business customers can recognise.

From your first business name to your first website, we help you put the essentials in place. Start with a clear offer, a consistent identity and a straightforward way for customers to contact you.

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01 / 09

Decide what you want to be known for

Your services, working area and ideal jobs give the business a direction. We use those details to shape a name and message customers can understand and remember.

If you need help choosing a name, we can develop a shortlist. Company, domain and trade mark checks still need to be completed before you adopt it.

02 / 09

Create a recognisable identity

A clear logo, consistent colours and readable lettering help customers recognise you across your van, workwear, quotes and website.

We focus on the applications you need for launch and supply the relevant files and guidance.

03 / 09

Connect your domain and email

A domain that fits your name and a professional business email give customers a consistent point of contact. Setup or connection can be included with your website.

We confirm what needs registering, the associated costs and who controls each account before proceeding.

04 / 09

Give customers a useful first website

Explain your services, the areas you cover and how to request a quote. We build a site that is easy to use on a phone and gives customers enough information to take the next step.

Starting without a portfolio? Clear service descriptions and an honest introduction can establish the basics while you build up completed projects.

05 / 09

Set up your social profiles

Bring your Facebook and Instagram profiles into line with the website: the same name, identity, services and contact details.

We organise approved material into a manageable publishing plan, with access and approvals clear from the start.

06 / 09

Prepare the content you need

Service copy, introductory posts and useful project photographs give you material for your launch. We can help create it or work with suitable photographs and notes you supply.

A short introduction or project walkthrough can also explain what you do. We recommend video where it adds something useful, with production priced separately where needed.

07 / 09

Make the business easier to find

Clear service pages, consistent business information and sound website structure help customers and search engines understand what you offer.

We can also guide eligible businesses on Google Business Profile. Search rankings and map placement cannot be guaranteed.

09 / 09

Be ready for the first enquiry

Decide what you need to know before calling back: the type of work, postcode, timing and contact details. We can build those questions into a clear enquiry form.

This service covers your marketing launch. Legal, tax and accountancy decisions need separate professional advice.

Free Marketing Review

Put your business launch in order.

Tell us your trade, working area and how far you have got. Your free review will help identify what to put in place first. No finished name or marketing plan needed.

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