How do I choose a trustworthy welder?

Compare the public evidence on each profile — how many independent reviews they have and across how many named platforms, the rating and how recent it is, any verified credentials, and the company record. A welder backed by several named sources is harder to fake than one with a single listing.

Does MyTrustedTraders rank or recommend welders for payment?

No. There are no ads and no paid placement. Welders are ranked only by the strength of independent public evidence — no one can pay to rank higher, add a badge, or change their reviews.

Where do the reviews come from?

They're imported from named public review platforms and always shown with the source named — they aren't reviews written on MyTrustedTraders. We cross-check the same business across sources rather than creating new reviews.

What should I check before hiring a welder?

Confirm credentials and insurance directly with the welder, get a written quote, and run the Cowboy Checker on the business first. MyTrustedTraders helps you shortlist on the evidence — it doesn't replace your own checks before you hire.

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What to check when hiring welders in the United Kingdom

MyTrustedTraders ranks on independent public evidence — no ads, no paid placement. Use these checks alongside the evidence on each profile before you decide who to contact.

Look for consistent reviews across several named platforms, not one polished profile.
Check any verified credentials, and that the business details independently check out.
Get a written quote and keep guarantee, insurance and payment terms in writing.
Run the Cowboy Checker before you commit to anyone.

Which credentials should a welder have? See the guide →

How to judge a welder

Independent, no-ads guidance — the trade-specific checks that matter most, the warning signs, and what to ask before you hire. Use it alongside each trader’s public evidence above.

Verify before you hire

Ask to see a coded welder certificate (BS EN ISO 9606-1) — there is no statutory licence for welders in the UK, so this is the main proof of real qualification.
For structural work (RSJs, lintels, beams), check the fabricator is EN 1090 UKCA-certified via the free public directory at 1090register.com.
Ask for proof of public liability insurance — welding involves intense heat and fire spatter, so uninsured work on your property is a serious risk.
Look for consistent reviews across multiple platforms (Checkatrade, MyBuilder, TrustATrader); review text mentioning 'building control passed' or 'coded welder' is a strong quality signal.

Warning signs of a cowboy

No coded qualification and no willingness to show a certificate — anyone can buy a MIG welder and call themselves a welder.
Cash-only, no written quote, or a quote that is suspiciously low compared to other prices you have seen.
Cannot confirm they carry public liability insurance — welding near timber, fences, or a garage creates a genuine fire risk.
Pushes to start immediately without seeing the job or giving you a written, itemised scope of work.

Questions to ask before you hire

Are you a coded welder to BS EN ISO 9606-1, and can I see your certificate before you start?
Do you carry public liability insurance, and what is the level of cover — will you share a copy of the certificate?
If this is structural steelwork: is your business EN 1090 UKCA-certified, and are you listed on 1090register.com?
What fire-safety precautions do you use when welding near timber or other flammable materials on site?

Frequently asked questions

How do I choose a trustworthy welder?: Compare the public evidence on each profile — how many independent reviews they have and across how many named platforms, the rating and how recent it is, any verified credentials, and the company record. A welder backed by several named sources is harder to fake than one with a single listing.
Does MyTrustedTraders rank or recommend welders for payment?: No. There are no ads and no paid placement. Welders are ranked only by the strength of independent public evidence — no one can pay to rank higher, add a badge, or change their reviews.
Where do the reviews come from?: They're imported from named public review platforms and always shown with the source named — they aren't reviews written on MyTrustedTraders. We cross-check the same business across sources rather than creating new reviews.
What should I check before hiring a welder?: Confirm credentials and insurance directly with the welder, get a written quote, and run the Cowboy Checker on the business first. MyTrustedTraders helps you shortlist on the evidence — it doesn't replace your own checks before you hire.

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