Websites for trades in Ireland that turn searches into booked jobs
Irish plumbers, electricians, builders, and landscapers get found when the site is fast on mobile, shows the work, and makes it one tap to call or WhatsApp. A Facebook page alone rarely ranks for “plumber near me” the way a clear brochure site can. Own the Site builds Year-1 packages from €1,290 (Launch, up to 8 pages) with hosting and care included. See Pricing.
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Prices in EUR. VAT is not charged. Lucro Limited is not currently VAT-registered.
Why trades lose jobs online
Most lost enquiries are boring problems, not “not enough followers.”
- 01No click to call on mobile
- 02Vague “we do everything” copy, no named services
- 03No areas served (or twenty towns with no proof)
- 04Old photos, or none
- 05Facebook only, so Google and AI answers have nothing solid to cite
- 06Contact forms that go nowhere, or a phone number buried in an image
You do not need a big agency site. You need a site that looks like a real local business and gets out of the way when someone wants to book.
What a strong trade website needs
Must haves
- 01Click to call and WhatsApp above the fold on mobile
- 02Named services (emergency call out, installs, maintenance), not one vague blob
- 03Areas you actually cover (honest list, not the whole island)
- 04Proof (job photos, reviews, insurance/regs if you want them shown)
- 05Clear hours / response expectation (“usually same day reply”)
- 06One enquiry path that works (call, WhatsApp, or form that hits your inbox)
Nice to have
- Emergency or “same day” banner if that is real for you
- Before and after gallery
- Simple FAQ (call out fees, coverage, what to prepare)
- Google Business Profile aligned with the same name, phone, and area
Page map (checklist)
A useful brochure site for a trade often looks like this. Pick Launch (up to 8 pages) or Standard (up to 10) on Pricing if this map fits.
| Page | Job it does |
|---|---|
| Home | Who you are, where you work, click to call, top services |
| Services | Overview of what you take on |
| Service detail (clone pages) | One page per main service (e.g. boiler service, rewires, extensions) |
| Areas | Towns/counties you cover, without fake doorway spam |
| Gallery / recent work | Photos that prove the van does real jobs |
| Reviews | Or a tight block of Google reviews |
| About | Short trust story. Faceless is fine. |
| Contact | Phone, WhatsApp, form, hours |
Clone service or area pages reuse a layout. Extra clones after your package allowance start from €110 on the live pricing page.
Facebook is not a website
Facebook is useful for posts and recommendations. It is a weak home for:
- Showing up when someone googles your trade + town
- A stable page AI answers can cite
- A fast mobile call button that is always yours
- Owning your content if the platform changes
Keep Facebook. Put the real offer, services, and proof on a site you control. Link them to each other.
Pricing for Irish trades
Own the Site Year-1 packages (design, build, hosting, and care):
| Package | Year 1 all-in | Pages | Year-1 care | Typical turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | €1,290 | Up to 8 | Light | About 5 days once content is in |
| Standard | €1,590 | Up to 10 | Light | About 5 days once content is in |
| Pro | €2,090 | Up to 15 | Standard | About 5 to 10 days once content is in |
Clock starts when agreed content is in.
Most trades fit Launch or Standard. Use Standard if you need more service or area pages. Full detail, care renewals, and ownership wording: Pricing. Market context: How much does a website cost in Ireland?
After Year 1, care renews on Light (€490/year or €49/mo) for Launch and Standard by default. You can upgrade if you need more edit time.
How it works
- 01Book a short call or email hello@ownthesite.com
- 02Pick Launch or Standard (or Pro if the page list is longer)
- 03You supply copy, photos, logo, and contact details (we can guide gaps)
- 04Site goes live in about five days once that content is in (Launch/Standard)
- 05Year of care keeps hosting and sensible updates with the same studio
No agency theatre. One person. You own your domain and content.
Common questions
Do trades in Ireland need a website if they have Facebook?+
Facebook helps with visibility among people who already know you. A proper site helps you show up in Google, keep a clear service list, and make calling easy. Most trades do better with both.
What should be on a plumber or electrician website?+
Home, services, a few named service pages, areas served, gallery or proof, and contact with click to call. Keep it honest and mobile first. See the page map above.
How much does a trade website cost with Own the Site?+
Year-1 packages start at €1,290 (Launch, up to 8 pages). Standard is €1,590 (up to 10). Pro is €2,090 (up to 15). Each includes design, build, hosting, and Year-1 care. See Pricing. VAT is not charged while Lucro Limited is not VAT-registered.
How fast can a trade site go live?+
Launch and Standard: about five days once your content is in. Pro: typically about 5 to 10 days once content is in.
Will you write all the copy?+
You supply the core content (services, areas, photos, contact). Writing from scratch can be quoted separately. Details on what is and is not included live on: Pricing.
Is this for cafes and restaurants too?+
Own the Site also builds brochure sites for other Irish SMEs. Hospitality menu apps and live ordering are a different product. Trades are a strong fit for the Launch and Standard packages.
Ready for a site that gets the call?
If you want a site that gets the call, start on Pricing (Launch or Standard for most trades). Or book a call / email hello@ownthesite.com.
Questions about market rates first? Read How much does a website cost in Ireland?