NZ Trade Directories
NZ homeowners increasingly search trade-specific platforms before hiring. These are the directories and job platforms where trade businesses need a presence.
Job Platforms & Lead Generation
High trafficWhere NZ homeowners go first when looking for a tradie — a strong profile here drives consistent leads.
NZ's largest home improvement job platform. Homeowners post jobs; tradespeople quote. A verified profile with reviews drives consistent leads.
NZ review and rating platform for tradespeople. Customers specifically check NoCowboys to vet tradies — a strong profile here builds trust.
NZ trade and services directory with ratings. Lists businesses across building, plumbing, electrical, and other trades.
NZ's most-visited marketplace. The services section is widely used by homeowners looking for tradespeople — a free listing gets significant exposure.
On-demand services marketplace gaining traction in NZ. Homeowners post tasks; tradespeople and service providers bid for the work.
Official Trade Registers
Legally requiredGovernment-backed registers for licensed tradespeople. Customers increasingly check these before hiring — and in some trades, being on the register is a legal requirement.
MBIE-backed register for licensed builders, roofers, carpenters, bricklayers, external plasterers, and foundation specialists. Homeowners can search and verify LBP licence status before engaging a builder.
Official register for licensed plumbers, gasfitters, and drainlayers. Consumers are encouraged to check the register before hiring — a stronger trust signal than any generic tradie directory.
Industry Body Directories
Trade association directories carry more credibility than generic citation sites — membership signals accountability to an industry code of conduct.
Official body for NZ builders. Being a member and listed here signals professional credibility to homeowners.
Widely recognised builder association directory. NZCB membership signals accountability to a professional code of ethics and dispute resolution process.
High-trust industry body listing for plumbers, gasfitters, and drainlayers. Master Plumbers members back their work with a residential guarantee.
Key vertical directory for electricians. Master Electricians membership is a strong credibility signal for residential and commercial electrical work.
Roofer-specific industry body directory covering qualified roofing professionals nationwide.
Strong vertical directory for residential, commercial, and industrial painters. Better credibility signal than generic citation sites.
Important for solar, battery, and energy management businesses. SEANZ members work to a published Code of Conduct — a trust signal for a market where consumers have limited other ways to verify quality.
NZ industry directory for heat pump, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration businesses.
Specialist directory for fireplace, woodburner, and solid fuel appliance installers. Useful for home heating and compliance-related categories.
NZ builders and construction business directory covering residential, commercial, and renovation work.
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