The Park, West Bridgford, and Wollaton carry higher residential rates. Student HMO conversions around the universities are a consistent source of trade work. All rates are for 2025 and represent typical market prices for competent, insured tradespeople. Always get three quotes for larger projects.
Plumber
£41–£68/hr
£180–£315/day
Electrician
£41–£72/hr
£200–£340/day
Builder
£27–£54/hr
£160–£315/day
Roofer
£32–£59/hr
£160–£315/day
Plasterer
£32–£54/hr
£160–£290/day
Carpenter
£32–£59/hr
£160–£315/day
Painter & Decorator
£23–£45/hr
£135–£250/day
Tiler
£27–£50/hr
£145–£270/day
Gas Engineer
£50–£81/hr
£225–£405/day
Kitchen Fitter
£32–£59/hr
£180–£360/day
Bathroom Fitter
£32–£59/hr
£180–£360/day
Landscaper
£23–£50/hr
£135–£270/day
Groundworker
£32–£59/hr
£180–£360/day
Scaffolder
£32–£59/hr
£180–£360/day
HVAC Engineer
£50–£86/hr
£250–£450/day