Guides
Cards, tax, rates and getting hired, in plain English. Written for people on the tools.
Construction Work in Winter: What the Law Says About Cold
Understand UK rules for cold weather on site. Learn about temperature limits, who decides when work stops, and how pay is affected for day rate vs price work.
14 September 2026
How to Quote a Construction Work Package: A Subcontractor's Guide
Learn to read scopes, price labour & materials, factor in prelims, and avoid common mistakes when quoting fixed price or day rate packages.
31 August 2026
How To Get A Labouring Job With No Experience
Want to start a labouring job but have no experience? This guide covers getting your CSCS card, building a profile, finding work, and what to expect on site.
24 August 2026
Right to Work Check Construction Site: Your Guide
Understand right to work checks on UK construction sites. Learn what contractors must check, what documents workers need, and how share codes work.
17 August 2026
Day Rate vs Price Work Construction: Which Pays Best?
Decide how to charge for your construction work. Learn when day rate protects you, when price work offers higher earnings, and how to spot a bad price work job.
10 August 2026
CIS vs PAYE for Labourers: Which is Better for You?
Deciding between CIS self-employment and PAYE? Understand the differences in tax, holiday pay, sick pay, and take-home earnings with our simple guide for UK labourers.
28 July 2026
Which CSCS card do you need? A trade-by-trade guide
Not every trade uses the standard CSCS card. Scaffolders need CISRS, plant operators need CPCS or NPORS, electricians need ECS. Here's the right card for each trade in 2026.
25 July 2026