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    The Yell Alternative For UK Traders

    Yell sells advertising and directory packages to businesses, usually on a contract. You are paying for visibility, not for completed work. TaapCraft is the other way round.

    Why Traders Look For A Yell Alternative

    Advertising spend is committed up front

    Cost is unrelated to the jobs you actually win

    Contracts can run for a fixed term

    Yell vs TaapCraft: What It Costs A Trader

     YellTaapCraft
    Monthly or annual subscriptionAdvertising or directory package, often contractedNone. No monthly fee, no listing fee.
    Cost of an enquiryEnquiries depend on the package you have paid forFree. You are never charged to see or reply to a job.
    What you paySpend is fixed regardless of resultsCommission on completed work only: 12.5% up to £1,000, 8.5% from £1,001 to £5,000, 5.5% above £5,001 (INC VAT/Payment Fees). Goods-only retailers pay 5% and the customer pays delivery.
    Getting paidPayment is arranged between you and the customerPayment held securely and released on completion, with escrow payment protection.
    Who the job is shared withYou appear in a business directory listingYou choose which jobs you quote for. Customers can message you directly.

    Competitor pricing is described in the terms each platform publishes. Check their current pricing before deciding.

    Yell Alternatives: Common Questions

    What is a good Yell alternative for tradespeople?

    TaapCraft lists your services and goods free of charge and takes commission only on completed jobs, so there is no advertising budget to commit.

    Is there a contract with TaapCraft?

    No. There is no contract, no notice period and no minimum term.

    Can retailers as well as tradespeople join?

    Yes. Goods-only retailers pay 5% inclusive of VAT and payment fees, and the customer pays delivery.

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    Keep More Of Every Job

    No subscriptions, monthly fees or listing fees. Commission on completed work only, from 12.5% down to 5.5% (INC VAT/Payment Fees), and 5% for goods-only retailers.

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