Trades business website checklist.
A trades website has a simple job: help the right local customer understand the service, trust the business and make contact quickly.
1. Say exactly what you do
Use plain service names in headings and navigation. A visitor should not need to decode a slogan to work out whether you solve their problem.
2. Make the service area clear
State the real towns, counties or travel area you cover. Avoid claiming locations you do not genuinely serve.
3. Put contact routes where people need them
Phone, quote and contact actions should be easy to find on mobile as well as desktop. Keep forms short enough that somebody can complete them quickly.
4. Use real proof
- Original project photos where possible.
- Genuine qualifications or accreditations only.
- Real reviews or testimonials with permission.
- Clear information about what happens after an enquiry.
5. Check the technical basics
HTTPS, mobile usability, sensible page speed, working forms, descriptive page titles, one clear H1 and self-referencing canonicals are all worth checking before chasing more advanced SEO ideas.
This guide is general information for UK small businesses, not a guarantee of search rankings, legal compliance or a particular technical outcome.
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