Best Apps for Tradespeople

Tradespeople wear many hats. You're the salesperson, the project manager, the accountant, the customer service team, and the person doing the actual work. The right apps can save you hours every week.

JobStacker (that's us) is the all-in-one solution for managing customers, quotes, jobs, and invoices. But there are other tools that pair well with it depending on your needs.

For bookkeeping and accounting, Xero and FreeAgent are popular choices among UK tradespeople. They handle VAT returns, self-assessment, and bank reconciliation. JobStacker handles the quoting and scheduling, while your accounting software handles the tax side.

For marketing and lead generation, Google Business Profile is essential. It's free and it's how most customers find local tradespeople. Keep your profile updated with photos, services, and responses to reviews.

For communication, WhatsApp Business is surprisingly powerful. You can create quick quotes, send photos, and keep customer conversations organised with labels.

For payment processing, SumUp and iZettle let you take card payments on site. JobStacker lets you mark jobs as paid and generate receipts, so you can track which payments are from card and which are from cash or bank transfer.

The key is to find tools that work together rather than having ten disconnected apps. JobStacker can be your central hub for customer and job management, connected to your accounting and payment tools.

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