Is a Facebook page enough for a trade business?
It helps with social proof, but it is not a substitute for clear service pages, local SEO, and a direct enquiry path on your own domain.
No website vs a professional trade website
Quick verdict: Facebook pages and word of mouth work until customers search Google and find a competitor with a proper site. A trade website makes services, areas, and contact paths obvious — with no payment until you accept the preview.
Many trades rely on Facebook recommendations or van signage alone. That can work locally, but searchers comparing options often skip businesses with no dedicated website. We build a preview so you can see whether it is worth switching.
| Feature | Build My Trade Site | No website / Facebook only |
|---|---|---|
| Typical upfront cost | £495/year after Site Acceptance | Free for social profiles — but no owned enquiry hub |
| Preview before payment | Yes — private Website Preview before any payment | Not applicable |
| Built for UK trades | Yes — tailored to local service and trade businesses | Social posts are not structured for local service SEO |
| Enquiry handling | Enquiry forwarding included in Annual Website Plan | DMs and comments — easy to miss enquiries |
| Ongoing maintenance | 6 maintenance updates per year plus technical upkeep | You post updates manually; no structured maintenance plan |
| You own the website | Yes — your domain, your business presence | No — social platforms control reach and layout |
Common questions
I get enough work from referrals — do I need a site?
If your pipeline is full, maybe not yet. A website protects you when referrals slow or when customers Google you before calling.
Will a website guarantee more leads?
No one can guarantee rankings or lead volume. We focus on a credible local presence with Local SEO Foundation — not empty promises.
Do I pay anything before seeing the site?
No deposit and no card details. We build a private Website Preview first; payment starts only after Site Acceptance.