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Local services on The Spool List are paid listings from local businesses that do physical, hands-on work. Each listing shows its service area, opening hours where published and, for licensed trades, the licence number. You can contact the business directly, or book and pay through the listing: your payment is held safely until the job is done. The Spool List does not vet or guarantee anyone's work.

Plumbers, electricians, gardeners, cleaners, handymen, movers and other hands-on local businesses. Open a listing to contact the business directly.

Last updated November 6, 2026 ·

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All listings are paid placements. Contact a business directly, or book and pay through its listing: your payment is held safely until the job is done. The Spool List does not vet or guarantee anyone's work.

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How do I contact a business listed here?

Open its listing and tap Contact. The phone number and email are shown in The Spool List app or web app, and you contact the business directly.

Does The Spool List check these businesses?

Every listing passes automatic checks, the business confirms its phone number, and licensed trades must show a licence number. We don't vet or guarantee the quality of anyone's work, so every listing is marked as paid.

Do I pay through The Spool List?

Only if you book. You can contact the business and pay them directly, or book and pay through the listing: your payment is held safely until the job is done and goes to the business when you confirm, or after 7 days unless you open a dispute. Booking costs you nothing extra; the business pays a 12% platform fee.

What kinds of businesses are listed?

Physical, hands-on local trades such as plumbers, electricians, gardeners, cleaners, handymen, roofers, movers, locksmiths, tailors and welders. Online-only services such as AI, apps, web design and marketing are not listed.

How can I list my own business?

Create an account at app.thespoollist.com/business. A listing costs $5 a month, or $60 a year with $50 for the first year on your first yearly plan during the launch offer. Tax is added where applicable.

Offer this service?

List your business for $5 a month and be seen by makers and buyers nearby. Calls and emails are free; booked jobs carry a 12% fee.

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