How The Hire Site works
Whether you want to hire something or earn money from what you already own, we make it simple, safe and fair for everyone.
Find what you need today
Tools, vans, tradespeople, garden gear — if you need it, someone near you probably has it.
Search near you
Enter what you need and your location. Browse tools, vehicles, tradespeople and more — sorted by distance. No account needed to look around.
Message the lister
Found something? Send a message to confirm availability, ask questions, or agree on delivery. Most listers reply within an hour.
Book & pay securely
Confirm your dates and pay through our secure checkout. Payment is held safely until your hire begins — no cash, no awkwardness.
Hire & review
Collect your item or get your tradesperson onsite. Once done, leave an honest review — it helps great listers get more bookings.
Turn what you own into income
Your unused tools, van, or trade skills are earning nothing sitting idle. Change that in minutes.
List for free
Create your listing in minutes. Add photos, set your price per hour, day or week, and describe what you're offering. It costs nothing to list.
Get verified
Verified listings get a trust badge and far more enquiries. Upload insurance docs, certifications, or simply verify your identity.
Accept bookings
You're in control. Approve or decline enquiries, set your availability, and manage everything from your dashboard.
Get paid
Once the hire is complete, funds are released straight to your bank. We take a 12% commission — only when you earn.
Built on trust
Every feature is designed to protect both sides of every hire.
Secure payments
All payments processed via Stripe. Funds are held in escrow until your hire begins — never sent directly to listers until the job starts.
Verified users
Listers can upload insurance certificates, trade credentials, and ID. Verified badges show at a glance who's been checked.
Real reviews
Reviews are only left by people who have actually completed a booking. No fake stars — just honest feedback from real hires.
Common questions
Is it free to list?
Yes. Creating a listing or tradesperson profile is completely free. We charge a 12% commission only when a booking is completed and payment is released.
How does payment work?
We use Stripe to process all payments securely. When a hirer books, their payment is held in escrow. It's released to you once the hire period begins. Deposits are held and returned automatically.
What if something goes wrong?
We have a dispute resolution process. If there's damage, a no-show, or another issue, contact our support team within 48 hours and we'll mediate. This is why we recommend listers always have insurance.
Do I need insurance?
For items, we strongly recommend public liability insurance. For tradespeople, it's required to get the Insured badge and is increasingly expected by customers. You can upload proof during listing setup.
How are tradespeople verified?
Tradespeople can upload proof of insurance, Gas Safe registration, NICEIC certification and other credentials. Our team reviews each document. Verified tradespeople get a badge on their profile.
Can I cancel a booking?
Yes, but cancellation policies vary by listing. Check the lister's terms before booking. If a lister cancels on you, you'll receive a full refund automatically.
What areas do you cover?
We're UK-wide and growing. Most listings are currently concentrated in major cities — Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham and London — but we're adding new areas every week.