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Guides on quoting, scheduling, invoicing and getting paid, from people who’ve worked on the tools.

Too Many Old Customers in Your Trade App? Archive Them Instead
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Too Many Old Customers in Your Trade App? Archive Them Instead

Got old or one-off customers cluttering your customer list? See how tradespeople can archive inactive customers while keeping their quotes, jobs, invoices and statements available.

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Love Invoicing Team · 15 September 2026
Customer Accepted Your Quote? What Happens Next for UK Tradespeople?
INVOICING

Customer Accepted Your Quote? What Happens Next for UK Tradespeople?

Your customer accepted the quote. What happens next? See how UK tradespeople can turn an accepted quote into a scheduled job, record proof of work, create the invoice and get paid.

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Love Invoicing Team · 11 September 2026
How to Quote a £2,000 Job From Your Van: Trade Quoting App UK
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

How to Quote a £2,000 Job From Your Van: Trade Quoting App UK

Just inspected a £2,000 job? Build a professional trade quote from your phone before you drive away. Add labour, materials and VAT, set a validity date, send it and track what happens next.

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Love Invoicing Team · 10 September 2026
Field Worker App for Tradespeople UK: Give Engineers the Job, Not the Finances
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Field Worker App for Tradespeople UK: Give Engineers the Job, Not the Finances

Give field workers the jobs they need without giving them the whole business. See how Love Invoicing Team connects assigned work, navigation, proof and completion.

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Love Invoicing Team · 9 September 2026
Tap to Pay for Tradespeople UK: Take Card Payments on Your Phone
PAYMENTS

Tap to Pay for Tradespeople UK: Take Card Payments on Your Phone

Take contactless card payments on site using Tap to Pay. See how UK tradespeople can collect invoice payments from a compatible phone with Love Invoicing and Stripe.

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Love Invoicing Team · 7 September 2026
Best Job Management Software for Sole Traders UK in 2026: 7 Apps Compared
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Best Job Management Software for Sole Traders UK in 2026: 7 Apps Compared

Compare seven job management apps for UK sole traders, plumbers and electricians across quoting, jobs, scheduling, invoicing, payments, pricing and ease of use.

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Love Invoicing Team · 6 September 2026
Best Job Management Software for UK Tradespeople in 2026: 7 Apps Compared
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Best Job Management Software for UK Tradespeople in 2026: 7 Apps Compared

Love Invoicing and TradiePad solve different problems. Compare actual job management software with a software consultancy and training service for tradespeople.

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Love Invoicing Team · 5 September 2026
Customer Wants an Extra Socket Mid-Job? Add £60 to the Quote on Site in Seconds
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Customer Wants an Extra Socket Mid-Job? Add £60 to the Quote on Site in Seconds

Customer asks for extra electrical work after you've quoted? Add the item from your phone. Edit drafts directly or create a new version of a sent quote.

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Love Invoicing Team · 4 September 2026
Love Invoicing vs Simpro UK (2026): Which Is Better for Tradespeople?
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Love Invoicing vs Simpro UK (2026): Which Is Better for Tradespeople?

Love Invoicing vs Simpro compared for UK tradespeople. Compare pricing, job management, field teams, GPS evidence, payroll, stock, invoicing and payments.

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Love Invoicing Team · 2 September 2026
Love Invoicing vs Powered Now UK (2026): Which Is Better for Tradespeople?
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Love Invoicing vs Powered Now UK (2026): Which Is Better for Tradespeople?

Love Invoicing vs Powered Now compared for UK tradespeople. Compare pricing, jobs, team management, GPS evidence, payroll, CIS, inventory, invoices and payments.

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Love Invoicing Team · 2 September 2026
Love Invoicing vs Jobber UK (2026): Which Is Better for Tradespeople?
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Love Invoicing vs Jobber UK (2026): Which Is Better for Tradespeople?

Love Invoicing vs Jobber compared for UK tradespeople. Compare job management, teams, quotes, GPS, payroll reporting, CIS, invoicing, payments and pricing.

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Love Invoicing Team · 31 August 2026
Love Invoicing vs ServiceM8 UK (2026): Which Is Better for Tradespeople?
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Love Invoicing vs ServiceM8 UK (2026): Which Is Better for Tradespeople?

Love Invoicing vs ServiceM8 compared for UK tradespeople. Compare jobs, Android support, teams, payroll reporting, GPS, CIS, invoicing, payments and pricing.

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Love Invoicing Team · 31 August 2026
Love Invoicing vs Fergus UK (2026): Which Job Management Software Is Better?
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Love Invoicing vs Fergus UK (2026): Which Job Management Software Is Better?

Love Invoicing vs Fergus compared for UK tradespeople. See the differences in pricing, team management, payroll reports, jobs, evidence, invoicing and payments.

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Love Invoicing Team · 30 August 2026
Love Invoicing vs Tradify UK (2026): Which Is Better for Tradespeople?
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Love Invoicing vs Tradify UK (2026): Which Is Better for Tradespeople?

Love Invoicing vs Tradify compared for UK tradespeople. See the differences in pricing, job management, teams, quotes, evidence, invoicing and payments.

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Love Invoicing Team · 30 August 2026
How to Stop Losing Quotes in a Plumbing Business
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

How to Stop Losing Quotes in a Plumbing Business

Stop plumbing quotes disappearing after you send them. Track responses, send reminders, record lost quotes and turn accepted work into jobs or invoices.

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Love Invoicing Team · 29 August 2026
Fast Invoicing App for Plumbers: Create and Send an Invoice on Site
INVOICING

Fast Invoicing App for Plumbers: Create and Send an Invoice on Site

Create a customer, build a plumbing invoice from saved or manual line items, mark it sent, take or record payment, and share the PDF from your phone.

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Love Invoicing Team · 29 August 2026
Plumber Invoice App UK: Create, Send & Track Plumbing Invoices on Site (2026)
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Plumber Invoice App UK: Create, Send & Track Plumbing Invoices on Site (2026)

A practical guide to plumber invoice apps in the UK, covering job-to-invoice workflows, payment tracking, partial payments and Stripe-powered payment collection.

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Love Invoicing Team · 28 August 2026
Best Tradify Alternatives UK: Top Job Management Software
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Best Tradify Alternatives UK: Top Job Management Software

Looking for a Tradify alternative in the UK? Compare job management software for tradespeople and see how Love Invoicing connects quotes, jobs, teams, GPS tracking, invoicing and payments.

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Love Invoicing Team · 27 August 2026
“How Did You Get to That Price?” Itemised Invoices for Tradespeople UK
INVOICING

“How Did You Get to That Price?” Itemised Invoices for Tradespeople UK

Customer asking for a labour and materials breakdown? Learn what an itemised trade invoice can show and how to create clearer invoices without exposing internal costs.

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Love Invoicing Team · 27 August 2026
“Where Did That Part Go?” Van Stock Management for Tradespeople UK
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

“Where Did That Part Go?” Van Stock Management for Tradespeople UK

Stop searching the van to check stock. See how tradespeople can track products, stock levels and out-of-stock items from their phone before the next job.

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Love Invoicing Team · 26 August 2026
“Why Has My Invoice Been Rejected?” PO Numbers for Tradespeople Explained
INVOICING

“Why Has My Invoice Been Rejected?” PO Numbers for Tradespeople Explained

Customer refusing to process your invoice because the PO is missing? Learn what a PO number is, why invoices get rejected and how to correct and resend one.

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Love Invoicing Team · 26 August 2026
Has the Job Been Finished? Keep Office & Field Teams in Sync
JOB MANAGEMENT

Has the Job Been Finished? Keep Office & Field Teams in Sync

Stop chasing field workers for job updates. See how trade businesses can track assigned, in-progress and completed jobs, evidence and reports in one workflow.

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Love Invoicing Team · 25 August 2026
“Why Am I Paying You Just to Turn Up?” Call-Out Fees for Tradespeople UK
PRICING

“Why Am I Paying You Just to Turn Up?” Call-Out Fees for Tradespeople UK

Should tradespeople charge a call-out fee? Learn how to price attendance and diagnosis clearly, avoid customer disputes and keep the charge connected to the job.

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Love Invoicing Team · 25 August 2026
Why Am I Still Doing Quotes & Invoices at 9pm? Cut Evening Admin
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Why Am I Still Doing Quotes & Invoices at 9pm? Cut Evening Admin

Finished on the tools but still working at night? See where trade admin time disappears and how a connected quote-to-payment workflow can reduce repeated paperwork.

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Love Invoicing Team · 24 August 2026
“That’s Not the Price We Agreed”: Quote vs Estimate for Tradespeople UK
QUOTES

“That’s Not the Price We Agreed”: Quote vs Estimate for Tradespeople UK

A verbal price can turn into a costly argument. Learn how UK tradespeople can use clear written quotes, itemised scope and acceptance records to reduce disputes.

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Love Invoicing Team · 24 August 2026
Tradesman Callbacks: When Should You Fix It Free and When Is It a New Job?
JOB MANAGEMENT

Tradesman Callbacks: When Should You Fix It Free and When Is It a New Job?

Customer says your previous work has failed? Learn how tradespeople can review the original scope, worker, photos, job evidence and guarantee before deciding what happens next.

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Love Invoicing Team · 23 August 2026
Should Tradespeople Charge for Quotes? Free vs Paid Quotes UK
QUOTES

Should Tradespeople Charge for Quotes? Free vs Paid Quotes UK

Free quotes can cost tradespeople hours in site visits, pricing and follow-up. Learn when charging may make sense and how to make quoting faster and more consistent.

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Love Invoicing Team · 23 August 2026
Deposits for Tradespeople UK: Protect Materials, Bookings & Cash Flow
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Deposits for Tradespeople UK: Protect Materials, Bookings & Cash Flow

Should tradespeople take deposits? Learn how to protect material costs, secure bookings and track upfront and staged payments without losing sight of the final balance.

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Love Invoicing Team · 22 August 2026
Are You Undercharging? How to Price Trade Jobs Without Guessing
PRICING

Are You Undercharging? How to Price Trade Jobs Without Guessing

Not sure what to charge? Learn how tradespeople can price labour, materials and extras consistently, build reusable rates and create clearer quotes without relying on guesswork.

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Love Invoicing Team · 22 August 2026
Customer Not Responding to Your Quote? How Tradespeople Can Follow Up
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Customer Not Responding to Your Quote? How Tradespeople Can Follow Up

Sent a quote but heard nothing? Learn how tradespeople can follow up professionally, send reminders, track responses and turn accepted quotes into jobs without losing potential work.

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Love Invoicing Team · 21 August 2026
Scope Creep for Tradespeople: Handle Extra Work Without Losing Money
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Scope Creep for Tradespeople: Handle Extra Work Without Losing Money

While you're here, can you also do this?” Small extras can mean unpaid time and delays. Here are two ways tradespeople can manage extra work without losing control of schedule or quote.

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Love Invoicing Team · 21 August 2026
Proof of Work for Tradespeople: Keep Job Photos & Notes Organised
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Proof of Work for Tradespeople: Keep Job Photos & Notes Organised

Keep job photos, notes, contributors, timestamps and location organised for clearer proof of work and job reports with Love Invoicing.

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Love Invoicing Team · 20 August 2026
Job Scheduling Software for Tradespeople UK: Assign Jobs & Manage Teams
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Job Scheduling Software for Tradespeople UK: Assign Jobs & Manage Teams

Managing jobs is simple alone. Add electricians, plumbers or builders and you’re answering "Where am I tomorrow?", reshuffling work and tracking completion. Job scheduling software fixes this now!!

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Love Invoicing Team · 20 August 2026
Late Invoice Payments: How Tradespeople Can Chase Customers & Get Paid
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Late Invoice Payments: How Tradespeople Can Chase Customers & Get Paid

Chasing overdue invoices? Learn how UK tradespeople can track unpaid bills, send automatic reminders, check customer balances, and share statements with Love Invoicing.

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Love Invoicing Team · 19 August 2026
VAT for Tradespeople UK: When to Use 20%, 5% or 0% on Invoices
VAT

VAT for Tradespeople UK: When to Use 20%, 5% or 0% on Invoices

Not sure if 20%, 5% or 0% VAT applies to your job? Learn how UK VAT rates work and set the correct treatment on your quotes and invoices with Love Invoicing.

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Love Invoicing Team · 19 August 2026
Take Payment vs Record Payment: A Guide for UK Tradespeople
PAYMENTS

Take Payment vs Record Payment: A Guide for UK Tradespeople

Learn the difference between taking and recording payments. With Love Invoicing, UK tradespeople can collect card payments via Stripe or record bank transfers, cash, and other manual payments.

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Love Invoicing Team · 18 August 2026
Invoice PDF vs Balance PDF: Show Customers Exactly What They Owe
PAYMENTS

Invoice PDF vs Balance PDF: Show Customers Exactly What They Owe

Send the original invoice or a current balance PDF showing payments received and what remains due. See how Love Invoicing keeps invoice documents clear on web and mobile.

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Love Invoicing Team · 18 August 2026
Invoice Payment History: Track Multiple Payments on One Invoice
PAYMENTS

Invoice Payment History: Track Multiple Payments on One Invoice

Track multiple payments against the same invoice, see what has already been received and keep a clear payment history with Love Invoicing on web and mobile.

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Love Invoicing Team · 17 August 2026
How to Record Partial Invoice Payments: A Guide for UK Tradespeople
INVOICING

How to Record Partial Invoice Payments: A Guide for UK Tradespeople

Learn how to record partial invoice payments, track what has already been paid and see the balance still due. See how Love Invoicing helps UK tradespeople manage part-paid invoices on web and mobile.

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Love Invoicing Team · 17 August 2026
UK Trades Invoice Tracker: Track Paid, Partial & Overdue Invoices
INVOICING

UK Trades Invoice Tracker: Track Paid, Partial & Overdue Invoices

Track paid, partial & overdue invoices in one place. See what customers owe, record payments, get reminders, and manage invoices from web or mobile with Love Invoicing.

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Love Invoicing Team · 16 August 2026
Job Tracking Software for Tradespeople UK: From Quote to Payment
JOB MANAGEMENT

Job Tracking Software for Tradespeople UK: From Quote to Payment

Track quotes, scheduled jobs, field workers, proof of work, invoices and payments with job tracking software built for UK tradespeople.

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Love Invoicing Team · 16 August 2026
Digital Job Sheet Software for Tradespeople UK (2026): Complete Guide
JOB MANAGEMENT

Digital Job Sheet Software for Tradespeople UK (2026): Complete Guide

Discover how digital job sheet software helps UK tradespeople manage field jobs, workers, photos, notes, proof of work and invoicing without paper job sheets.

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Love Invoicing Team · 15 August 2026
How to Schedule Jobs for Tradespeople: Job Scheduling Software Guide UK (2026)
JOB MANAGEMENT

How to Schedule Jobs for Tradespeople: Job Scheduling Software Guide UK (2026)

Learn how UK tradespeople can schedule jobs, assign workers, manage repeat and multi-day work, track jobs and keep customers, quotes and invoices connected.

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Love Invoicing Team · 15 August 2026
Job Scheduling Software for Tradespeople UK (2026): Complete Guide
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Job Scheduling Software for Tradespeople UK (2026): Complete Guide

Discover how job scheduling software helps UK tradespeople organise jobs, assign workers, manage multi-day and repeat work, track field teams and keep every appointment organised.

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Love Invoicing Team · 14 August 2026
Best Job Management Software for Roofers UK (2026): Complete Buying Guide
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Best Job Management Software for Roofers UK (2026): Complete Buying Guide

Discover the best roofing job management software for UK roofing contractors. Manage quotes, roof inspections, scheduling, teams, proof of work, invoices and payments from one platform.

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Love Invoicing Team · 13 August 2026
Best Job Management Software for Heating Engineers UK (2026)
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Best Job Management Software for Heating Engineers UK (2026)

Discover how UK heating engineers can manage quotes, boiler jobs, servicing, proof of work, invoices and payments from one connected platform.

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Love Invoicing Team · 13 August 2026
Best Job Management Software for Builders in the UK (2026): Complete Guide
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Best Job Management Software for Builders in the UK (2026): Complete Guide

Discover how UK builders manage quotes, projects, schedules, subcontractors, proof of work, invoices and payments using one connected job management platform.

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Love Invoicing Team · 13 August 2026
Best Job Management Software for Plumbers in the UK (2026): Complete Guide
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Best Job Management Software for Plumbers in the UK (2026): Complete Guide

Discover how UK plumbers can manage quotes, jobs, scheduling, proof of work, invoices and payments from one connected job management platform.

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Love Invoicing Team · 13 August 2026
Job Management Software for Electricians UK: A Complete Guide (2026)
JOB MANAGEMENT

Job Management Software for Electricians UK: A Complete Guide (2026)

Discover how job management software can help UK electricians manage quotes, schedule jobs, organise field workers, capture proof of work, invoice customers and track payments.

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Love Invoicing Team · 21 July 2026
Best Invoicing Software for Tradespeople in the UK (2026)
TRADESPEOPLE GUIDES

Best Invoicing Software for Tradespeople in the UK (2026)

Compare invoicing software for UK tradespeople and learn what to look for when managing quotes, jobs, proof of work, payments and invoices in one workflow.

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Love Invoicing Team · 15 June 2026

One useful thing a fortnight.

Two emails a month, max. Templates, tax dates, the odd customer story. No fluff. No upsells.