Resources
Guides for running a UK service business
Plain-English UK guides on invoicing, quoting, job management software, pricing, and how to actually grow the business — organised by the problem you're solving right now.
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The operational basics of running a service business day to day.
Foundation
How to Run a Service Business in the UK (2026 Practical Guide)
Get the business running smoothly
Read guide · next: see job management →
How to
Switching from Spreadsheets to Job Management Software (UK Sole Trader Guide)
Make the switch from spreadsheets
Read guide · next: see how wrkgenie works →
Foundation
Is Job Management Software Worth It? (UK Sole Traders & Small Teams)
Judge if software is worth the cost
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Quote and price work
Work out what to charge and quote it professionally.
Decision
How to Quote a Job in the UK (2026 Guide With Examples)
Build a professional quote the customer accepts
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Decision
How to Price a Job in the UK — A Guide for Trades and Self-Employed
Price a job so it's worth doing
Read guide · next: calculate your hourly rate →
Invoice and get paid
Create correct invoices and handle VAT.
How to
How to Invoice Clients in the UK (Step-by-Step Guide for Trades & Small Businesses)
Produce a compliant invoice and get paid
Read guide · next: use the free invoice generator →
Foundation
UK VAT for Tradespeople — A Practical Guide (2026)
Get VAT right as a tradesperson
Read guide · next: use the free vat calculator →
Choose software
Evaluate job management and invoicing options for UK trades.
Decision
How to Choose Job Management Software (UK Guide for Trades) — WrkGenie
Choose the right software
Read guide · next: compare job management software →
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Best Job Management Software for UK Trades & Service Businesses (2026 Honest Comparison)
Compare job management software
Read guide · next: compare job management software →
Decision
Best Job Management Software for UK Sole Traders (2026) — Honest Guide
Compare options for a one-person business
Read guide · next: compare job management software →
Decision
Best Invoicing Software for UK Trades & Sole Traders (2026 Honest Comparison)
Pick invoicing software
Read guide · next: try the free invoice generator →
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Best Invoicing App for UK Sole Traders (2026) — Honest Comparison
Pick an invoicing app
Read guide · next: try the free invoice generator →
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How Much Does Job Management Software Cost in the UK? (2026) — WrkGenie
Budget for job management software
Read guide · next: see wrkgenie pricing →
Industry guides
Software choices for specific trades.