Top trades in Scotland

Checkatrade.com reveals the highest rated trade experts across Scotland

Checkatrade has revealed Scotland’s top tradespeople, as decided by the consumers who used them.

With over 44,000 members, Checkatrade’s ‘best of the best’ were selected by using the 5 million verified reviews left by customers. Those which made the cut achieved consistently brilliant customer feedback, going above and beyond in everything they do.

Top trades include Fern Plumbing and Heating, Glasgow who has secured an average review score of 10.00, and Scott Drum, a Plasterer from Airdrie who also has generated an average review score of 10.00 in the last 12 months – the highest score achievable on Checkatrade.

The top five Scottish trades based on the best average review score across the following categories include:

Builders

“Absolutely delighted with the work carried out by the team at MCP. Always arriving on time and the place was always left in the same condition as it was found. I will be using the company for all future works as I think I even prefer this kitchen to my own! Great job folks!” – Review for MCP Contracting Ltd, Paisley

1. MCP Contracting Ltd, Paisley
2. Macfarlane Joiners And Building Contractors Ltd, Glasgow
3. Alpha Business Contractors Ltd, Edinburgh
4. First Choice Painters & Joiners, Edinburgh
5. ACS All Trades, Shotts

Carpenters

“Brilliant! Fast, clean and did exactly what he was here to do. So polite and nice too. I would recommend him to anyone who needs it.” – Review for Chris Kyriacou Joiners, Glenrothes

1. Chris Kyriacou Joiners, Glenrothes
2. HE-R Joinery, Glasgow
3. FH joinery Services, Edinburgh
4. S&B Joinery 24/7, Glasgow
5. JC Joinery, Dunfermline

Landscapers & Gardeners

“Fantastic job carried out professionally to a high standard from the planning of the initial idea to completion of the works within the timeframe specified by [Michael]. Very happy with the communication throughout the work and the aftercare advice of the fencing and grass, as well as the great price. Highly recommend.” – Review for Landscaping and Building, Kirkcaldy

1. Brooks Landscaping and Building, Kirkcaldy
2. T L Contracts, Glasgow
3. DMC Groundworks Civils & Landscape Design Limited, Paisley
4. MF Gardening & Landscaping, Longniddry
5. Stewart Improvements Ltd, Kirkcaldy

Painters & Decorators

“Extremely efficient, friendly and very courteous throughout. [Rafal] couldn’t have been more helpful. Everything was left tidy. I would definitely recommend, and I am using again to do further rooms.” – Review for Quality Décor, Edinburgh

1. Quality Décor, Edinburgh
2. Grant Clarke Painter & Decorator, Edinburgh
3. Renfrew Decorator, Renfrew
4. Steven Allison Painter & Decorator, Cowdenbeath
5. L&G Painting & Decorating Ltd, Edinburgh

Plumbers

‘’[Jamie] exceeded my expectations. He was punctual, extremely tidy, competitively priced and did a fantastic job. I can highly recommend him and will definitely call him again for more jobs.’’ – Review for Fern Plumbing and Heating, Glasgow

1. Fern Plumbing and Heating, Glasgow
2. Alba Plumbing Services, Edinburgh
3. Borders All Trades Ltd, Dalkeith
4. Fisher Heating & Maintenance, Aberdeen
5. SNT Plumbing and Heating, Airdrie

Plasterers

“Great job done. [Scott] turned up bang on time when he came round to quote for my plastering work – always a good sign. I have been very impressed throughout, not just on the quality of the finish, but also the fact that he kept me up-to date all the way through. I would highly recommend.” – Review for Scott Drum, Airdrie

1. Scott Drum Plasterer, Airdrie
2. Perfection Plastering, Glasgow
3. Aces, Peterhead
4. M H Home Improvements Ltd, Glasgow
5. Highlands Plastering Services, Glasgow

Tilers

“Paul did a splendid job of our bathroom. It was not an easy task because of the dimensions of the room and its awkward shape but our bathroom is now transformed. We are absolutely delighted.” – Review for Paul Jaconelli Pro Tiling, Johnstone

1. Paul Jaconelli Pro Tiling, Johnstone
2. Dean Birrell Tiling, Kirkcaldy
3. Versatile Ceramics, Kirkcaldy
4. Paisley Pro Tiling, Paisley
5. Caledonia Tiling, Glasgow

Roofers

“Work done to a very high standard, happy with completed work, also happy with price, would not hesitate in recommending [Tony] for any future work for myself or others.” – Review for Tony McCorisken Roofing and Building Services Ltd, Bathgate

1. Tony McCorisken Roofing and Building Services Ltd, Bathgate
2. McGill Roofing and Roughcasting, Kirkcaldy
3. Action Roofing (Scotland) Limited, Airdrie
4. Watson Roofing Ltd, Edinburgh
5. Property Care Roofing, Kelty

Mike Fairman, CEO of Checkatrade, said:

“Currently, over one million customers visit Checkatrade every month to find reputable trade experts in their local area. We wanted to recognise the local tradespeople who go above and beyond and consistently deliver excellent work, so homeowners can find recommendations they can rely on the next time they need a tradesperson.”

Checkatrade carries up to 12 checks on every member that joins the site, ensuring homeowners are put in touch with properly insured and checked tradespeople, whose reviews have been verified.