Guide
Card payments for tradespeople
Plumbers, electricians, builders, gardeners, mobile mechanics and other on-site trades get paid away from a fixed counter. The setup should suit the van, not the shop.
Take payment on site
A mobile terminal with its own connection lets you take a card the moment the job is signed off, instead of raising an invoice and chasing it two weeks later.
Pay by link for quotes and deposits
Sending a payment link by text or email is often the quickest way to secure a deposit before materials are ordered. We check which providers include it and at what cost.
Payout speed and cash flow
When you are buying materials weekly, settlement timing matters as much as the headline rate. We compare payout speed alongside cost on every recommendation.
Low or irregular volume
Some months are busy, some are quiet. Fixed monthly minimums can cost more than the transaction fees themselves, so we factor in your real pattern. Request a free comparison.
Just starting out?
If you're going self-employed or just starting out, you don't need a payment history to work with us. We'll compare providers on how you plan to trade, recommend the right terminal and set you up on a competitive rate from day one — see card payments for new businesses.