Trade Rates in Bristol — 2025 Prices

How much do tradespeople charge in Bristol? Hourly rates, day rates, and job cost examples across all 15 trades. Bristol consistently commands above-average rates. The city has fewer tradespeople relative to demand than comparable cities, and high property values drive quality expectations.

Clifton, Redland, and Cotham carry a noticeable premium for residential work. The wider Bristol and Bath area is one of the most expensive outside London for trade services. All rates are for 2025 and represent typical market prices for competent, insured tradespeople. Always get three quotes for larger projects.

Plumber
£50–£83/hr
£220–£385/day
Electrician
£50–£88/hr
£240–£420/day
Builder
£33–£66/hr
£200–£385/day
Roofer
£39–£72/hr
£200–£385/day
Plasterer
£39–£66/hr
£200–£350/day
Carpenter
£39–£72/hr
£200–£385/day
Painter & Decorator
£28–£55/hr
£165–£310/day
Tiler
£33–£61/hr
£175–£330/day
Gas Engineer
£61–£99/hr
£275–£495/day
Kitchen Fitter
£39–£72/hr
£220–£440/day
Bathroom Fitter
£39–£72/hr
£220–£440/day
Landscaper
£28–£61/hr
£165–£330/day
Groundworker
£39–£72/hr
£220–£440/day
Scaffolder
£39–£72/hr
£220–£440/day
HVAC Engineer
£61–£105/hr
£310–£550/day

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